Auspost hold mail charges

Australia Post offers a "Hold Mail" service, which allows you to temporarily hold your mail at a Post Office or a designated address while you're away. Here are the charges associated with this service:

Hold Mail Service

• The cost to hold your mail is $2.50 per day, with a minimum charge of $5.00.
• You can hold your mail for a maximum of 30 days.
• If you need to hold your mail for more than 30 days, you'll need to contact Australia Post to arrange an extension.

Additional Services

• If you want to have your held mail forwarded to a different address, there's an additional fee of $2.50 per item.
• If you want to have your held mail scanned and sent to you electronically, there's an additional fee of $2.50 per item.

Payment Methods

• You can pay for the Hold Mail Service using cash, credit card, or debit card at a Post Office.
• If you're paying by credit card or debit card, you'll need to provide your card details and a valid ID.

Booking and Cancellation

• You can book the Hold Mail Service online or by visiting a Post Office.
• If you need to cancel your Hold Mail Service, you'll need to contact Australia Post at least 24 hours before the scheduled start date.

Important Notes

• The Hold Mail Service is only available for residential addresses, not for PO boxes or business addresses.
• You'll need to provide a valid ID and proof of address to book the service.
• Australia Post may require additional information or documentation to verify your identity and address.

It's always a good idea to check with Australia Post for the most up-to-date pricing and service information before booking your Hold Mail Service.