How we make this list: we compare pricing pages, product documentation and public user reviews. Ratings come from G2, Capterra or Trustpilot, with the date we checked them.
Key takeaways
- The best virtual address service in 2026 depends on mail volume and use: iPostal1 for the largest address network, Traveling Mailbox for scan-heavy personal use, Anytime Mailbox for the cheapest entry, and VirtualPostMail for business formation needs.
- Low base prices look cheap until per-scan fees add up: iPostal1 charges 2.25 dollars per scan order for up to 10 pages, while Traveling Mailbox includes scanning in every plan.
- A virtual mailbox gives you a real commercial street address that accepts courier deliveries, but it will not solve bank KYC: many banks refuse virtual and registered-agent addresses as a physical address.
- Scam warning: legit services disclose mail-handling rules, registered-agent limits vary by state, and any service promising a bank-ready address without explaining limits deserves skepticism.
Quick comparison
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The best virtual address services
Starting price$9.99 per month
Free planNo
iPostal1 suits people who want the largest address network, with thousands of US and international addresses to choose from, plus app-based mail management and check deposit. Its registered-agent add-on costs 99 dollars a year across 24 states plus Washington, D.C.
The catch is scanning cost: at 60 scans a year, per-order fees run 90 to 135 dollars on top of the base plan, so low-volume users save while scan-heavy users pay more. For the widest choice of addresses, iPostal1 leads.
What we like- Largest network with 2,750 to 4,250 plus US and international addresses
- App-based mail management
- Registered-agent add-on at 99 dollars a year
Watch out for- Scanning charged per order at 2.25 dollars for up to 10 pages
- Marketplace quality varies by local operator
- 30-day refund only if unused
Starting price$15 per month
Free planNo
Traveling Mailbox has served travelers since 2011, with plans from 15 dollars a month, unlimited cloud storage, and a US-based in-house team. Its Basic plan includes 35 page scans a month, and the annual plan gives two months free, making it the cheapest all-in option if you scan most of your mail, at about 220 to 240 dollars a year including forwarding.
It offers no registered-agent service, and its operator network covers fewer addresses than marketplace rivals. For scan-heavy personal use, Traveling Mailbox is the best pick.
What we like- Scanning included in every plan
- In-house processing team
- Unlimited cloud storage
- Worldwide forwarding
Watch out for- Fewer addresses than marketplace networks
- No registered-agent service
- Refunds limited to remaining billing-cycle portion
Starting price$4.99 per month
Free planNo
Anytime Mailbox suits address shoppers who want many location options at the cheapest entry, with plans from 4.99 dollars a month and an average plan around 9.99 dollars a month across 2,500 plus global locations. Packages from FedEx, UPS, and DHL are accepted.
Pricing is set by each location, so terms, per-action fees, and timelines vary by operator, and per-action fees add up fast for scan-heavy users. For the cheapest entry with global reach, Anytime Mailbox leads.
What we like- Cheapest plans across 2,500 plus locations
- Global reach
- Packages from FedEx, UPS, and DHL accepted
Watch out for- Pricing set by each location, so terms vary
- Per-action fees add up fast
- Timelines vary by local operator
Starting price$10 per month
Free planNo
PostScan Mail suits mobile-first users who want flexible mail and package handling. Its top-rated apps cover mail scanning, forwarding, AI summaries, local pickup, and package storage, with plans from 10 dollars a month across 1,000 plus global locations.
Scanning is charged per scan on entry plans, so low-volume users save while heavy users pay more. For mobile-first mail handling, PostScan Mail is the best pick.
What we like- Best mobile apps for iOS and Android
- 1,000 plus global locations
- Mail scanning, forwarding, AI summaries, and package storage
Watch out for- Scanning charged per scan on entry plans
- Registered-agent service offered but varies
- Refund requests reviewed case by case
Starting price$20 per month
Free planNo
VirtualPostMail suits remote businesses that want structured mailbox plans with business formation support. Its plans from 20 dollars a month include free registered-agent availability in supported states, with SOC-2 compliance and mail handling for businesses.
Its TruLease product is the only service here that puts a utility bill in your own company's name, but it is a separate leased-office product at 350 dollars a month prepaid annually, in CA, DE, and FL only. For business formation needs, VirtualPostMail leads.
What we like- Free registered-agent availability in supported states
- SOC-2 compliance
- TruLease documents for bank and lease needs in CA, DE, and FL
Watch out for- Addresses limited to select states
- Pricing not publicly listed in some guides
- TruLease is a separate product at 350 dollars a month prepaid annually
Starting price$49 per month
Free planNo
US Global Mail suits expats, businesses, and users prioritizing US mail workflows, with free check deposits, unlimited exterior scans, and same-day processing. Its expat onboarding is the strongest in this list.
The spring 2026 repricing from 19.95 to 49 dollars a month moved it out of the budget tier into the range of premium providers. For expats and check deposits, US Global Mail is the best pick.
What we like- Free check deposit and shipping consolidation
- Unlimited exterior scans
- Strongest expat onboarding and same-day processing
Watch out for- Spring 2026 repricing from 19.95 to 49 dollars a month moved it out of the budget tier
- Fewer addresses than marketplace networks
- No free plan
Starting price$20 per month
Free planNo
BusinessAnywhere suits founders who want mail, LLC setup, registered-agent service, and online notarization in one account. Its plans cost 20 dollars a month billed annually with unlimited scans included, 2 recipients on the entry plan, and 30 addresses in 21 states plus Washington, D.C.
The address network is smaller than marketplace rivals, and monthly billing costs 25 dollars. For all-in-one founder setup, BusinessAnywhere leads.
What we like- Unlimited scans included
- Online notarization
- First year registered-agent service included
- LLC setup beside mailbox
Watch out for- 30 addresses in 21 states plus D.C., fewer than marketplace networks
- Billed annually at 20 dollars a month, 25 dollars monthly
- Newer vendor than rivals
Starting price$7.98 per month
Free planNo
PhysicalAddress.com suits budget-conscious users who prefer provider-owned addresses. Its one-company model with no third-party mailbox addresses means in-house handling at 7.98 dollars a month, the lowest price in this list for that model.
It covers only 8 US locations, and registered-agent conditions are not published. For provider-owned addresses at the lowest price, PhysicalAddress.com rounds out the list.
What we like- Lowest price for provider-owned addresses
- One-company model with no third-party mailbox addresses
- In-house handling
Watch out for- Only 8 US locations
- Registered-agent service free with conditions not published
- Smaller network than marketplace rivals
How we chose
We ranked providers by address choice, scanning costs, forwarding, compliance support, and value at entry level pricing. We favored providers that disclose per-scan fees and mail-handling rules clearly, since mail-item caps, per-scan fees, and check-deposit charges decide what you actually pay, and we gave extra weight to operator consistency, because marketplace models give thousands of locations but variable quality.
We also weighed compliance honestly. Registered-agent limits vary by state, and no virtual mailbox solves bank KYC on its own: VirtualPostMail itself notes that a virtual mailbox will not work for banking, lease agreements, or utility bills. Price conflicts across sources were handled by using the most commonly cited current figure, so readers should check the provider pricing page before signing up.
Buying guide
Start with mail volume. If you receive more than a few letters a month, a plan with unlimited or included scanning costs less than a cheap base plan with per-scan fees. If you run a US LLC, pick a service that also offers registered-agent service so both addresses sit in one dashboard.
Next, check what the address can and cannot do. A virtual mailbox gives a real commercial street address that accepts courier deliveries and satisfies most institutional requirements, but banks, leases, and utility bills often need a real leased office instead. Confirm whether your bank accepts the address before relying on it.
Finally, watch for scams. Legit services disclose mail-handling rules, forwarding costs, and registered-agent limits, and they require USPS Form 1583 with notarization before handling your mail. Any service promising a bank-ready address without explaining limits, or skipping Form 1583, deserves skepticism, and any service that cannot name its mail operator should be avoided entirely.
Frequently asked questions
What is the best virtual address service overall?
iPostal1 leads for the largest address network, Traveling Mailbox for scan-heavy personal use, Anytime Mailbox for the cheapest entry, and VirtualPostMail for business formation needs. The best pick depends on mail volume and state needs.
Can I use a virtual address for a bank account?
Often no. Many banks refuse virtual and registered-agent addresses as a physical address, and Mercury refuses them explicitly. VirtualPostMail TruLease is the only service here that puts a utility bill in your company's name, as a separate leased-office product.
What is USPS Form 1583?
Form 1583 is the USPS form that authorizes a commercial mail receiving agency to handle your mail, and it requires notarization. Legit services require it before handling your mail, so a service that skips it deserves skepticism.
How much does a virtual mailbox really cost?
Base prices run 4.99 to 49 dollars a month, but per-scan fees, forwarding, and check-deposit charges decide the real total. Traveling Mailbox includes scanning, while iPostal1 charges 2.25 dollars per scan order, so scan-heavy users pay more there. Check the selected location terms on marketplace networks before signing, since terms vary by operator for each location.
Do virtual address services include registered-agent service?
Some do. VirtualPostMail includes free registered-agent availability in supported states, BusinessAnywhere includes the first year, and iPostal1 offers it as a 99 dollar a year add-on. Registered-agent limits vary by state, so confirm coverage for your formation state, and remember that a registered-agent address and a mailbox address serve different legal purposes even when one provider sells both.
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iPostal1
Traveling Mailbox
Anytime Mailbox
PostScan Mail
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US Global Mail
BusinessAnywhere
PhysicalAddress.com