Auspost forward mail

A convenient service! Here's an overview of Australia Post's Forward Mail service:

What is Forward Mail?

Forward Mail is a service offered by Australia Post that allows you to receive mail and packages at a nominated address, which is different from your current address. This service is useful for people who:

  1. Are away from home for an extended period (e.g., traveling, studying, or working abroad).
  2. Have a second property or a holiday home.
  3. Are experiencing a change of address (e.g., moving to a new home).
  4. Need to receive mail and packages at a different location (e.g., a business or a PO Box).

How does it work?

To use Forward Mail, you need to:

  1. Apply for the service online or at a Post Office.
  2. Choose a nominated address where you want your mail and packages to be forwarded to.
  3. Provide a forwarding period, which can range from 1 to 12 months.
  4. Pay a fee for the service, which varies depending on the length of the forwarding period.

What types of mail and packages can be forwarded?

Australia Post will forward most types of mail and packages, including:

  1. Letters and postcards
  2. Parcels and packages
  3. Registered mail
  4. Express Post items
  5. International mail and packages

What are the benefits?

Using Forward Mail can be convenient and cost-effective, as you won't need to:

  1. Change your address with multiple organizations.
  2. Pay for re-delivery or storage of mail and packages.
  3. Worry about missing important mail or packages.

Fees and charges

The fees for Forward Mail vary depending on the length of the forwarding period and the type of mail or package. Here are some general fee ranges:

Additional tips

  1. Make sure to update your address with your bank, credit card company, and other relevant organizations.
  2. Inform your friends and family of your new forwarding address.
  3. Keep your forwarding address confidential to prevent unauthorized access to your mail and packages.

By using Australia Post's Forward Mail service, you can enjoy the convenience of receiving your mail and packages at a nominated address, even when you're not at your current address.