Canada post office mail forwarding
Canada Post offers a mail forwarding service that allows you to receive mail and packages at a forwarding address, which can then be forwarded to your new address. Here are the details:
Canada Post Mail Forwarding Service
- Name: Canada Post Mail Forwarding Service
- Purpose: To forward mail and packages to a new address when you're moving, traveling, or need to receive mail at a different location.
- Eligibility: Anyone can use this service, including individuals, businesses, and organizations.
- How it works:
- You set up a forwarding address with Canada Post.
- Mail and packages are sent to the forwarding address.
- Canada Post holds the mail and packages for a specified period (up to 6 months).
- You can then request that Canada Post forward the mail and packages to your new address.
Benefits:
- Convenience: Receive mail and packages at a single address, even if you're not physically present.
- Flexibility: Choose how long you want to use the service (up to 6 months).
- Cost-effective: Avoid having to redirect mail and packages individually.
Fees:
- Setup fee: $10.95 (one-time fee)
- Monthly fee: $10.95 (minimum 1 month, maximum 6 months)
- Per-item fee: $1.50 (for each item forwarded, up to a maximum of $10.95 per month)
How to set up Canada Post Mail Forwarding:
- Go to the Canada Post website (www.canadapost.ca) and click on "Mail Forwarding" under the "Services" tab.
- Fill out the online application form, providing your name, address, and other required information.
- Pay the setup fee and any applicable monthly fees.
- Canada Post will send you a confirmation email with your forwarding address and instructions.
Important notes:
- You must be the account holder to set up and manage the mail forwarding service.
- You can only use the service for mail and packages sent to Canada.
- You must provide a valid forwarding address and a valid payment method.
- Canada Post may require additional information or documentation to verify your identity or address.