Can i get royal mail to hold my mail
Yes, Royal Mail offers a service called "Mail Hold" or "Mail Redirection" that allows you to hold your mail at a Royal Mail office for a specified period of time. This service is useful if you're going to be away from your home or business for an extended period and don't want your mail to pile up or be stolen.
Here are the details:
Mail Hold (Temporary)
- You can hold your mail at a Royal Mail office for up to 3 months.
- You'll need to provide a valid reason for holding your mail, such as being away on holiday or business.
- You'll need to collect your mail from the Royal Mail office during the holding period.
- There is no charge for this service.
Mail Redirection (Permanent)
- You can redirect your mail to a new address for up to 12 months.
- You'll need to provide a valid reason for redirecting your mail, such as moving to a new home or business.
- You'll need to pay a fee for this service, which varies depending on the length of the redirection period.
- You can cancel the redirection at any time.
To set up Mail Hold or Mail Redirection, you'll need to:
- Visit the Royal Mail website and fill out the online form.
- Provide the required information, including your name, address, and reason for holding or redirecting your mail.
- Choose the holding or redirection period.
- Pay any applicable fees (for Mail Redirection only).
- Collect your mail from the Royal Mail office (for Mail Hold) or have it redirected to your new address (for Mail Redirection).
Remember to cancel your Mail Hold or Mail Redirection service when you're ready to have your mail delivered to your usual address.