Carrier Signature Values

This page describes API "Signature" Shipping Option values and corresponding meaning per carrier (where applicable).

API Value Carrier
USPS FedEx UPS OnTrac
NOT_REQUIRED No No No No
ANY_REQUIRED Signature Required Indirect Signature Required Signature Required
ADULT_REQUIRED Adult Signature Required Adult Adult Signature Required Signature Required
DIRECT_REQUIRED Adult Signature Required Direct - recipient must personally sign Adult Signature Required Signature Required
SERVICE_DEFAULT Signature Required Service Default - FedEx makes a choice for you based on ship method.
FedEx Web Services selects the appropriate signature option for your shipping service.
For example, if you ship a “Dangerous Goods” shipment, the DIRECT signature option is chosen for you.
Signature Required Signature Required