Shipping to DBVI

If you are requesting materials in Braille or .brf format, please send a copy of your order confirmation page and two copies of the requested text to DBVI. You may ship materials to DBVI via Free Matter for the Blind provided by the United States Postal Service (USPS).

If you are returning Braille or CDs/DVDs with .brf formats to DBVI, please complete the packing form and ship two copies of each book associated with the Braille order via “Free Matter for the Blind”.

Ship Braille Requests and Returns to:

Barbara McCarthy
DBVI, Library and Resource Center,
395 Azalea Avenue
Richmond, VA 23227-3623
Toll Free (Within Virginia) - 1-800-622-2155 (Voice/TTY) or (804) 371-3140 (Voice/TTY)

For more information regarding shipping Free Matter for the Blind using USPS click here.

Packing Instructions:

How should materials be packed in boxes?

Please pack materials in a sturdy cardboard box.
Packing peanuts are difficult to clean up, please use paper or bubble wrap to cushion materials in boxes.
Include a copy of your order confirmation or packing form for returns in each box.
Please clearly label each book with a school name, address, and phone number.
Use sturdy packing tape for each box.
Securely attach the shipping label on the outside of the box being shipped.