MTC Mexico- letters or packages sent to the CCM - a bit of advice

CCM (Mexico MTC)

https://www.lds.org/callings/missionary/missionary-training-centers/mexico?lang=eng



Thanks to Sister Jensen, shared on MissionaryMommas, we have some tips for sending mail to the Mexico MTC (CCM)

"Momma's that have missionaries at the Mexico MTC (CCM)...here are a few tips I have learned, I hope they help. If you have any tips for me, I would love to hear them too. Your missionary only gets 30-60 minutes of computer time per week to read and respond to every email and while I am grateful we get to communicate with them I have found a few better ways.

You can mail your letters to them via different options. This gives them a chance to receive and read your letters at their convenience. They also have them in their hand anytime they are needing a "pick me up".

1. missionarypackagemx.com has a LETTER delivery system. Their letters are $1 each. Log onto their link and follow the instructions. PHOTOS may be sent, purchase a photo packet and follow the instructions per the link. Predetermined PACKAGES may be purchased also. All items are delivered the next business day. They are based in Mexico City, therefore, you pay online and they package and ship from Mexico city for you. You don't have to worry about customs issues.

2. mtcmexicocarepackage.com has a FREE LETTER delivery system. Log onto their link and follow the instructions. PHOTOS may be sent too, purchase a photo packet and follow the instructions per the link. Predetermined PACKAGES may be purchased also. All items are delivered the next business day. They are based in Mexico City, therefore, you pay online, they package and ship it from Mexico City for you. You don't have to worry about customs issues.

3. dearelder.com Predetermined PACKAGES may be purchased.  
**(as of May 2015, pouch letters are no longer free via )  See below information for POUCH MAIL

I have had great success with these companies. The first company sends back an email when your item is delivered, the second company has free letters and I enjoy them very much. It is just a preference as to which company you would like to use.

Good luck and I hope this helps."

4. Pouch Mail

The Church provides pouch mail service to countries where other mail service may not be reliable. Each country regulates this service differently, and the church must comply with these regulations in order to avoid fines and cessation of this service. Missionaries are allowed to use e-mail to correspond with family, where Internet service is accessible.

1. To Prevent possible discontinuation of pouch mail service, only the following items may be sent through the pouch:
   
   
   • Postcards.
   
   
   • Letters that are single sheet, folded into three-panels, and taped at the top only (see example at the bottom).
   Note: Letters sent in any other manner will be returned to the sender.
   
   The Church provides pouch mail service for missionaries serving in the following countries:
   
   
   • Albania
   • Argentina
   • Armenia
   • Bolivia
   • Cambodia
   • Cape Verde
   • Chile
   • Colombia
   • Costa Rica
   • Dominican Republic
   • Ecuador
   • El Salvador
   • Ghana
   • Guatemala
   • Haiti
   • Honduras
   • Jamaica
   • Kenya
   • Latvia (Baltic)
   • Madagascar
   • MEXICO
   • Mongolia
   • Mozambique
   • Nicaragua
   • Nigeria
   • Panama Paraguay
   • Peru Philippines
   • Poland
   • Romania
   • Russia
   • Sierra Leone
   • South Africa (Johannesburg)
   • Uganda
   • Ukraine
   • Uruguay
   • Zimbabwe


2. Pouch mail should be addressed as follows:
   
   MISSIONARY'S NAME
   MTC OR MISSION NAME
   P.O. BOX. 30150
   SALT LAKE CITY UT 84130-0150
   
   Note: Please include your name and complete return address in the top left corner.


3. Items restricted from the pouch (stamps, debit cards, medicine, etc.) may possibly be sent through the United States Postal Service (USPS) or through a private courier, depending upon the destination country. Cash is not accepted for conveyance by any carrier. Please consult with the USPS or the courier of your choice to determine which items are allowed.
   
   
   • United States Postal Service 1-800-222-1811
   • HL Express 1-800-225-5345
   • Federal Express 1-800-463-3339
   • United Parcel Service (UPS) 1-800-742-5877


Instructions for making a three-panel fold:


• Lay the blank side of the 20 lb. letter paper (single sheet) facing down with the writing facing you.


• Fold the top of the letter about one-third on the way down and crease.


• Fold the bottom of the letter to the top of the first fold and crease.


• Use two pieces of tape or two sticker tabs on the top to secure it, not more than one inch from each side, but do not seal the ends.


• Do not include any other items within the letter.


• In the top left corner, write your name and complete return address.


• Affix a stamp in the top right corner.


• In the middle, write the following:
  
  MISSIONARY'S NAME
  MTC OR MISSION NAME
  P.O. BOX 30150
  SALT LAKE CITY UT 84130-0150