Forward mail post office
The convenience of forward mail!
If you're moving to a new address and want to ensure that your mail is forwarded to your new location, you can use the services of your local post office. Here's how:
How to forward mail at the post office:
- Gather your information: Make a list of the mail you want to forward, including the sender's name and address, and the type of mail (e.g., bills, catalogs, letters).
- Visit your local post office: Go to your local post office and ask to speak with a customer service representative.
- Fill out the form: The representative will provide you with a "Change of Address" form (PS Form 3575). Fill it out completely, including your old and new addresses, and the date you want the forwarding to start.
- Pay the fee: There may be a small fee for forwarding mail, which varies depending on the type of mail and the length of time you want it forwarded. The fee is usually around $1.05 per piece of mail.
- Submit the form: Give the completed form to the representative, and they will process your request.
- Wait for your mail to be forwarded: Your mail will be forwarded to your new address for a specified period, usually 3 months.
Types of mail that can be forwarded:
- First-Class Mail (letters, postcards, and packages)
- Priority Mail
- Priority Mail Express
- Periodicals (newspapers, magazines, and catalogs)
- Business Mail (bills, invoices, and other business correspondence)
Tips and considerations:
- Make sure to fill out the form accurately and completely to avoid any delays or errors.
- If you're forwarding mail for a business, you may need to provide additional documentation, such as a business license or tax ID number.
- If you're forwarding mail for a short period, you may want to consider using a temporary forwarding address or a mail forwarding service.
- Some types of mail, such as packages and large envelopes, may require additional handling and may not be forwarded.
By using the post office's forward mail service, you can ensure that your important mail is delivered to your new address without any hassle.