By Sarah Martinez · Published April 9, 2026 · Updated June 8, 2026 · 6 min read
Office Depot fax services are available at most of its roughly 830 U.S. locations. You walk into the print and copy center, hand over your documents, and send a local, domestic, or international fax — starting at around $1.50 per page.
That price sounds reasonable until you factor in the drive, the wait, and the per-page charge on every page. For anything beyond a single-page fax, the math shifts quickly in favor of mFax.to — you can send a fax from your phone in under 2 minutes, for less.
Does Office Depot still offer fax services?
Yes — but with caveats. Office Depot merged with OfficeMax in 2013 and went private under Atlas Holdings in late 2025. The chain has shrunk from nearly 2,000 stores to around 830 locations.
What that means for you:
- Fax service is not guaranteed at every location
- Always use the Office Depot store locator and filter by "Faxing Services" before driving over
- Print center hours may be shorter than general store hours — call ahead
⚠️ Not Every Location Has a Fax Machine
With ongoing store closures, fax availability is increasingly inconsistent. Check the store locator and call to confirm before you make the trip.
Office Depot fax pricing (2026)
Prices vary slightly by location. Here's what most stores charge:
| Fax Type | First Page | Additional Pages |
|---|---|---|
| Local | $1.49–$1.99 | $1.29–$1.79 |
| Domestic (long-distance) | $1.99–$2.49 | $1.99–$2.19 |
| Canada / Mexico | $2.99 | $2.99 |
| International (general) | $5.99 | $3.99 |
| Asia | $4.99–$5.99 | $3.99–$4.99 |
| Receiving faxes | ~$1.00/page | ~$1.00/page |
Cover pages are typically free. Office Depot does not charge an extra page fee for a cover sheet.
A quick cost reality check on a 5-page domestic fax:
- Page 1: $1.99
- Pages 2–5 (4 pages × $2.19): $8.76
- Total fax cost: $10.75
- Add travel (gas + time): ~$10–$15
- Real total: $20–$26
That same fax on mFax.to costs $6.99/week — unlimited pages, sent from your couch in 2 minutes.
ℹ️ Prices Are Not Published Nationally
Office Depot doesn't maintain a single national fax price list. Rates can differ between stores — especially for international destinations. Always confirm pricing at the print counter before sending.
How to send a fax at Office Depot
Find a location with fax service
Use the Office Depot store locator and filter for "Faxing Services." Call ahead to confirm the print center is open and the machine is working.
Prepare your documents
Bring printed pages organized in the correct order. Prepare a cover sheet with the recipient's fax number, your name, and a brief note. You can print a free cover sheet at mFax.to/fax-cover-sheet before leaving home.
Go to the print and copy center
The fax machine is typically near the back of the store. Look for the "Copy & Print" signage. At busy locations, you may need to wait for a staff member.
Enter the fax number and send
At self-service machines: load your pages, dial the recipient's number (include country code for international), and press Send. At full-service counters: hand your pages to a staff member who will send on your behalf.
Get your confirmation receipt
Always wait for — or ask for — a transmission confirmation page. This is your proof of delivery. If the fax fails, you'll be asked to pay and try again.
Pay at the counter
You're charged per page based on destination type. Keep your receipt.
⚠️ Failed Faxes Still Cost Money
If the transmission fails (busy signal, wrong number, technical error), most Office Depot locations still charge for the attempt. Double-check the fax number before sending.
Can you receive faxes at Office Depot?
Yes. Most Office Depot print centers can receive faxes on your behalf:
- Ask a staff member for the store's dedicated fax number
- Give that number to your sender
- Once the fax arrives, staff hold it at the print counter
- Pick up your documents and pay the receiving fee (~$1.00 per page)
One important caveat: received documents sit in a shared fax tray behind the counter, visible to store employees. For sensitive documents — medical records, legal filings, tax forms — an online fax service like mFax delivers directly to your private inbox with no third-party access.
Office Depot fax hours
Office Depot stores typically operate 8 AM–9 PM on weekdays, with shorter hours on weekends. However, the print center often closes 30–60 minutes before the rest of the store.
| Day | Typical Store Hours | Print Center Note |
|---|---|---|
| Monday–Friday | 8:00 AM – 9:00 PM | May close at 8:00–8:30 PM |
| Saturday | 9:00 AM – 7:00 PM | May close at 6:00–6:30 PM |
| Sunday | 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM | Varies by location |
Hours vary significantly by location. Check your specific store on the Office Depot locator before visiting.
mFax.to is available 24/7 — no store hours, no closed print centers.
Office Depot vs. other stores: price comparison
| Store | Local Fax (per page) | Domestic (per page) | Receive? |
|---|---|---|---|
| Office Depot | $1.49–$1.99 | $1.99–$2.49 | Yes (~$1/pg) |
| Staples | $1.79–$1.99 | $2.39–$2.49 | Yes (~$1/pg) |
| UPS Store | $1.89–$2.49 | $2.00–$3.00 | Yes (~$1.50/pg) |
| FedEx Office | $1.89–$2.49 | $2.49–$2.99 | Yes (~$1/pg) |
| Public Library | Free–$1.00 | $1.00–$2.00 | Varies |
| Walgreens / CVS | ✗ Not available | ✗ Not available | ✗ |
| mFax.to | From $6.99/week | From $6.99/week | Yes (inbox) |
Office Depot is slightly cheaper per page than UPS Store and FedEx Office for local faxes. For most people, the cheapest in-store option is the public library — often free for local faxes.
The case for online faxing instead
For anyone faxing more than once or twice a year, an online fax service undercuts every retail option on total cost:
Cost comparison on a 10-page domestic fax:
| Option | Fax Cost | Travel | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| Office Depot | ~$21.00 | ~$10–$15 | ~$31–$36 |
| UPS Store | ~$20.89 | ~$10–$15 | ~$31–$36 |
| mFax (weekly plan) | $6.99 | $0 | $6.99 |
Beyond cost, online faxing eliminates:
- Travel time — 20–40 minute round trips to the store
- Store hours — fax at 11 PM if you need to
- Privacy risk — your document goes to your private inbox, not a shared fax tray
- Failed fax charges — if it doesn't go through, you don't pay again
Try mFax.to — upload a PDF or scan a document with your phone camera, enter the fax number, and send. Delivery confirmation arrives in your inbox.
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mFax has a 4.8-star App Store rating and has delivered over 2 million faxes. Available on iOS, Android, and any web browser — no hardware required.
When Office Depot fax makes sense
Use Office Depot when:
- You're already in the store buying supplies and need to send a single page
- You don't have a smartphone or reliable internet connection
- You have cash or a gift card and prefer to pay in person
Use mFax instead when:
- You're faxing more than 2–3 pages (per-page cost adds up fast)
- The document is sensitive — medical, legal, or financial
- You need to fax outside of store hours
- You want a delivery confirmation you can save
- You plan to fax more than once in the coming months
Other fax options near you
If Office Depot is closed or unavailable, these retailers also offer in-store fax services:
- Fax at FedEx Office — 2,000+ U.S. locations
- Fax at The UPS Store — 5,000+ locations nationwide
- Fax at Staples — most locations
- Fax at the Library — often the cheapest option for local faxes
- All fax options near me — complete guide
Or skip the trip entirely and fax from your phone right now.
Send your fax now — no store required
Visit mFax.to or download the mFax app on iOS or Android. Upload your document, enter the fax number, and send. You'll get a delivery receipt in minutes — without leaving home.
For business teams that fax regularly, mFax Business includes virtual fax numbers, team accounts, and HIPAA-ready compliance starting at about $9/mo (billed annually). Instead of locking you into a fixed tier, it lets you build your own plan — choose the exact seats and pages you need with a live calculator and pay only for what you use.