Can i setup a mail redirection for a deceased relative

What a thoughtful gesture!

Yes, it is possible to set up a mail redirection for a deceased relative. Here are the steps you can follow:

For US Mail (United States Postal Service)

  1. Gather the necessary documents:
    • A certified copy of the death certificate
    • A notarized letter from the executor of the estate or the person authorized to act on behalf of the deceased
  2. Fill out the USPS Form 1583, "Request for Mail Forwarding":
    • You can download the form from the USPS website or pick one up at your local post office
    • Fill out the form completely, including the name and address of the deceased, the new address where you want the mail to be forwarded, and the duration of the forwarding period (e.g., 6 months, 1 year, etc.)
  3. Sign the form and have it notarized
  4. Attach the certified copy of the death certificate and the notarized letter to the form
  5. Take the completed form to your local post office and submit it to the postmaster
  6. The USPS will forward the mail to the new address for the specified period

For Canada Post (Canada)

  1. Gather the necessary documents:
    • A certified copy of the death certificate
    • A letter from the executor of the estate or the person authorized to act on behalf of the deceased
  2. Fill out the Canada Post Form 1613, "Request for Mail Forwarding":
    • You can download the form from the Canada Post website or pick one up at your local post office
    • Fill out the form completely, including the name and address of the deceased, the new address where you want the mail to be forwarded, and the duration of the forwarding period (e.g., 6 months, 1 year, etc.)
  3. Sign the form and have it witnessed by a notary public or a commissioner of oaths
  4. Attach the certified copy of the death certificate and the letter to the form
  5. Take the completed form to your local post office and submit it to the postmaster
  6. Canada Post will forward the mail to the new address for the specified period

For Other Countries

The process may vary depending on the country and postal service. You may need to contact the local post office or postal authority to determine the specific requirements and procedures for setting up a mail redirection for a deceased relative.

Remember to also notify other relevant parties, such as banks, credit card companies, and government agencies, of the deceased's passing to ensure that their mail and communications are properly handled.