As of now, a U.S. Postal Service Forever stamp costs 73 cents. However, there is a proposed price increase to 78 cents effective July 13, 2025, pending approval by the USPS Board of Governors
. Forever stamps are designed to always cover the current first-class postage rate for a 1-ounce letter, regardless of when they were purchased, so even older stamps can be used without adding extra postage
. Summary:
- Current price: 73 cents per Forever stamp
- Proposed price (from July 13, 2025): 78 cents per Forever stamp
This price covers mailing a standard 1-ounce letter within the U.S. Additional ounces require extra postage.
