Aust post mail redirect

A convenient and useful service!

The Australian Postal Corporation (Australia Post) offers a mail redirect service that allows you to redirect your mail to a new address. Here's how it works:

Why redirect your mail?

You might need to redirect your mail if you're:

  1. Moving to a new home or office
  2. Changing your name (e.g., due to marriage or divorce)
  3. Leaving Australia temporarily or permanently
  4. Closing a business or changing its address

How to redirect your mail

To redirect your mail, you'll need to:

  1. Gather required documents: You'll need to provide proof of identity and address, such as a driver's license, passport, or utility bill.
  2. Fill out the application form: You can download the Australia Post Mail Redirect Application Form (PDF) or pick one up from a post office.
  3. Provide your old and new addresses: Make sure to include both your old and new addresses on the form.
  4. Choose your redirect period: You can choose to redirect your mail for a specific period, such as 1-12 months, or indefinitely.
  5. Pay the redirect fee: The fee for mail redirect varies depending on the length of the redirect period and the type of mail being redirected. You can check the Australia Post website for the current fees.

What's included in the redirect service

The Australia Post Mail Redirect service includes:

  1. Redirecting of mail, including letters, parcels, and packages
  2. Forwarding of mail to your new address
  3. Holding of mail at the post office for collection if you're not available to receive it

Tips and reminders

By redirecting your mail, you can ensure that your important documents and packages reach you safely and efficiently, even if you're moving to a new location.