Joining UPMA as a Postmaster, Manager, Supervisor or Associate takes less than five minutes. Simply complete the online 1187 application or mail the completed hardcopy 1187 form the UPMA National Office. Both the on-line and hardcopy Form 1187 serve as your request to join UPMA and as your authorization for dues withholding.
As a Retiree you can continue your membership as a UPMA Retiree Member or Join as a new Retiree Member. Simply complete the online 1187R application or mail the completed hardcopy 1187R form the UPMA National Office. Both the on-line and hardcopy Form 1187 serve as your request to join UPMA and as your authorization for dues withholding from your USPS/OPM monthly annuity.