Get mail redirected post office
To get your mail redirected at the post office, you'll need to follow these steps:
- Gather required documents: You'll need to provide proof of identity and address. Acceptable documents include:
- A valid government-issued ID (driver's license, state ID, or passport)
- A utility bill or lease agreement with your current address
- Fill out the PS Form 3575: You can download and print the form from the USPS website or pick one up at your local post office. The form is called "Change of Address, Mail Forwarding" (PS Form 3575).
- Fill out the form: Complete the form with your:
- Old address (the one you're leaving)
- New address (the one you're moving to)
- Effective date of the change (the date you want the redirect to start)
- Your signature
- Take the form to the post office: Visit your local post office and give the completed form to a postal clerk. They'll review the form and ask you to provide the required documents.
- Pay the fee: The fee for forwarding mail is currently $1.05 for 12 months or $1.10 for 24 months. You can pay with cash, check, or credit card.
- Get a confirmation: The postal clerk will give you a confirmation receipt with your new address and the effective date of the change.
Tips and considerations:
- You can only redirect mail to a domestic address in the United States.
- You can't redirect mail to a PO box or a general delivery address.
- The post office will forward mail for 12 or 24 months, depending on the option you choose.
- You can cancel the redirect at any time by filling out a new PS Form 3575 and submitting it to the post office.
- If you're moving internationally, you'll need to contact the USPS International Customer Service department to arrange for mail forwarding.
Remember to update your address with the post office, banks, credit card companies, and other relevant institutions to ensure a smooth transition.