Standard Mail Italy
€1.38 + VAT
Send documents safely and economically across the national territory via API with Poste Italiane.
The Standard Mail Italy service allows you to send low-cost communications in Italy with delivery in 4 days. All via API.
With Standard Mail Italy, you can send letters and documents to one or more recipients (no limits) whether private, business, or P.O. box, all with a single call:
POST 4 SEND REQUEST
POST /ordinarie/
To send an ordinary letter, you must use the endpoint POST /ordinarie/ and provide information such as:
- sender's name and address
- recipient's name and address
- text
{
"data": {
"mittente": {
"ragione sociale": "openapi spa",
"dug": "piazza",
"indirizzo": "cavour",
"civico": "43",
"comune": "roma",
"cap": "00121",
"provincia": "rm",
"email": "[email protected]",
"nazione": "IT"
},
"destinatari": [
{
"nome": "string",
"cognome": "string",
"dug": "string",
"indirizzo": "string",
"civico": "string",
"comune": "string",
"cap": "string",
"provincia": "string",
"nazione": "string",
"id": "664228bbbf1239901b0815f2",
"state": "NEW"
}
],
- "documento": [
"XX XXXXXX XXXXXXXXXXXXXXX XXXXX XXXXXXXX XXXXXXXXX XXXXXXXXX XXXXX XXXXXXXX XXX, XX XXXXXXXX XXXXX X XXX XXXXX XX XXXXXXX XXX 18 XXXXX 2023,XXXXXXX XX XXXXX XX XXXXXXX XXXXXX"
],
- "opzioni": {
"autoconfirm": false,
"mittente": false,
"fronteretro": false,
"colori": false,
"ricevuta": false,
}
}
}
During the request phase, you can also select a series of options:
- double-sided print
- color printing
- schedule sending (timestamp_invio)
- sending receipt
It is also possible to set automatic confirmation (autoconfirm) and thus automatically send the shipment (if the value is set to "true"). In this case, the shipping cost will be charged immediately and the sending will be scheduled.
If you want to verify the shipping data and associated costs before sending, autoconfirm must be set to false.
POST SENDING RESPONSE 4
POST /ordinarie/
The response will include all the information regarding the sender, the recipient, and the message, plus detailed information on the costs and the ID necessary for the sending confirmation.
{
"data": {
"mittente": {
"nome": "Paolo",
"cognome": "De Carolis",
"dug": "piazza",
"indirizzo": "cavour",
"civico": "43",
"comune": "roma",
"cap": "00121",
"provincia": "rm",
"nazione": "IT",
"email": "[email protected]",
},
"destinatari": [
{
"nome": "string",
"cognome": "string",
"dug": "string",
"indirizzo": "string",
"civico": "string",
"comune": "string",
"cap": "string",
"provincia": "string",
"nazione": "string",
"id": "664228bbbf1239901b0815f2",
"state": "NEW"
}
],
"documento": [
"Example document"
],
"opzioni": {
"fronteretro": false,
"colori": false,
"autoconfirm": false,
"timestamp_invio": 1627659712
},
},
"prodotto": "ordinaria",,
"creation_timestamp": 1627659712,
"update_timestamp": 1627659712,
"username": "[email protected]",,
"confirmed": true,,
"state": "CONFIRMED",
"documento_validato": {
"pdf": "https://ws.ufficiopostale.com/Up/pdf/test-document.pdf",
"jpg": "https://ws.ufficiopostale.com/Up/jpg/test-document.jpg",
"parole": 1,
"size": 9350
},
"pricing": {
"dettaglio": [
{
"codice_servizio": "pagine",
"descrizione_servizio": "Tariffa postale pagine",
"percentuale_iva": 0,
"quantita": 2,
"importo_unitario_totale": 3.44,
"importo_unitario_netto": 3.44,
"importo_unitario_iva": 0
},
{
"codice_servizio": "STAMPA",
"descrizione_servizio": "Costo Stampa",
"percentuale_iva": 0,
"quantita": 2,
"importo_unitario_totale": 0.1,
"importo_unitario_netto": 0.1,
"importo_unitario_iva": 0
},
{
"codice_servizio": "IMBUST",
"descrizione_servizio": "Imbustamento",
"percentuale_iva": 0,
"quantita": 2,
"importo_unitario_totale": 0,
"importo_unitario_netto": 0,
"importo_unitario_iva": 0
}
],
"totale": {
"importo_totale_netto": 8.6,
"importo_totale_iva": 0,
"importo_totale": 8.6
},
"lock": false,
"confirmed_timestamp": 1724754216,
"id": "66cda9285673a1b85f092f03"
}
],
"success": true,
"message": "",
"error": null
}
SENDING CONFIRMATION
PATCH /ordinarie/
To proceed with confirming the regular mail sending, a second request with the PATCH method must be made, passing the ID of the previously performed request.
The response will return all data regarding the regular mail with the status "confirmed".
The number of pages for regular mail ranges from 1 to 100 pages. Beyond the 50th page, the printing type will automatically be double-sided. The prices listed on the side refer only to the most commonly used price ranges. When sending via the POST /ordinarie/ endpoint, it will be possible to obtain, before billing, the cost of each shipment, which is calculated based on the number of pages and the selected options.
It is also possible to fully customize the cover of the communication, for example by adding a logo, company information, or promotions. Customization can be done through the API or via the Playground, which also allows you to preview before sending.
The Standard Mail Italy includes a free 12-month digital archiving option for the content signed and digitally stamped by Poste Italiane. The legal compliance of the digital archiving certifies the content, ensuring it cannot be denied by the recipient in case of a legal dispute.
Post 4 deliveries occur:
- within 4 working days (Saturdays and holidays excluded) following the acceptance day for 90% of the deliveries
- within 6 working days (Saturdays and holidays excluded) following the acceptance day for 98% of the deliveries
For online shipments, the following processing times are added to the indicated delivery times: printing in one working day (T+1), if the shipment is accepted by 14:00 from Monday to Friday, excluding holidays.
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The Standard Mail Italy, also known as Posta 4, is an economical option offered by Poste Italiane for sending letters and documents within Italy. This service is ideal for those who need to send non-urgent communications, such as business correspondence or administrative documentation, at low costs. Companies can easily integrate Posta 4 into their systems via an API interface, automating the shipping process. The service offers shipment tracking for greater security and represents a sustainable choice, promoting efficient mail management.
The maximum number of pages is currently 50, or 100 if the double-sided option is used. If a document exceeding 50 pages is uploaded without enabling the double-sided option, the system will generate an error message. In such cases, it is mandatory to select the double-sided option to proceed correctly with the document submission.
The maximum size for a PDF document, after our compression, is 5 MB for all products, except for Posta 4 PRO, Posta Massiva, and Raccomandata Smart (these 3 products accept up to a maximum of 15 MB).
No, there are no limits. You can send to one or multiple recipients, whether they are individuals, companies, or post office boxes, with a single request.
In the MESSAGE field, you can include:
- Text
- HTML, with styles, header tags, and other elements
- A URL pointing to a webpage, a PDF, or an image (URLs must start with "http"). The content will be determined by the "Content-Type" header
- A PDF file encoded in base64
- JPEG, PNG, GIF, BMP images
The maximum size for a PDF document, after our compression, is 5 MB for all products, except for Posta 4 PRO, Posta Massiva, and Raccomandata Smart, which accept files up to a maximum of 15 MB.
The maximum number of pages per document is currently 50, or 100 if the FRONT/BACK option is used.
Yes, it is possible to fully customize the cover of the communication, for example by adding the logo, company information, or promotions.
The customization can be done through the API using the dedicated endpoint or via the Playground, which also allows you to preview the cover before sending it.
The cover customization is available for:
- Registered Mail Online
- International Registered Mail
- Post 1
- Post 4
- Postapriority
- Postamail
Digital archiving is the free service, active by default, that allows access to the content sent, signed and digitally stamped by Poste Italiane. The service certifies the content with legal value and makes it available for 12 months.
The service is available for the following postal products:
- Registered Mail Online
- International Registered Mail
- Post 1
- Post 4
- Postapriority
- Postamail
The Standard Mail Italyservice is designed for a wide range of users who wish to send paper documents in Italy economically and practically. Here are some ideal recipients:
- Companies: for sending commercial communications and documentation.
- Professionals: such as lawyers and accountants, for managing legal and fiscal practices.
- Administrative offices: for sending bulletins, notices, and internal communications.
- Marketing operators: for sending promotional materials and newsletters to customers.
- Private individuals: for sending personal correspondence, such as letters and official documents.
This service is particularly advantageous for those managing large volumes of correspondence, thanks to the ability to automate sending via APIs, allowing significant time and resource savings. Additionally, its ease of use makes it accessible even to those without advanced technical skills.
Post 4 deliveries occur:
- within 4 working days (Saturdays and holidays excluded) following the acceptance day for 90% of the deliveries
- within 6 working days (Saturdays and holidays excluded) following the acceptance day for 98% of the deliveries
For online shipments, the following processing times are added to the indicated delivery times: printing in one working day (T+1), if the shipment is accepted by 14:00 from Monday to Friday, excluding holidays.
The cost via recharge starts from €1.38 + VAT. This rate includes postal expenses, enveloping costs, and document printing. The price may increase depending on the number of pages or the choice of additional options.
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