Where can I find out about shipping services?
in-for-MAR-mi — four syllables; stress on the third. The reflexive 'mi' is attached to the infinitive as 'informarmi'.
Use this as a general information-seeking opener at the post office, for example when you're unsure which service you need and want to explain your situation to a clerk.
'Dove posso informarmi' (where can I find out) uses 'informarsi' — reflexive of informare — meaning 'to inform oneself/find out'. 'Sui servizi' = 'on/about the services'. This phrasing is useful when you don't know the name of the specific service you need and want guidance.
Può spiegarmi i vari tipi di spedizione?
Can you explain the different types of shipping to me?
Requesting an explanation of all available services
Ho bisogno di spedire qualcosa urgentemente — cosa mi consiglia?
I need to send something urgently — what do you recommend?
Open-ended request for recommendation based on urgency
C'è un depliant con i prezzi delle spedizioni?
Is there a brochure with shipping prices?
Asking for written reference material to compare options
Italian post office clerks are generally well-trained to handle information requests. However, in large offices staff may be specialised — some counters handle only parcels, others only letters, and dedicated counters serve BancoPosta customers. The information desk (info point) is usually near the entrance.