Getting your mail redirected
The joys of moving to a new home! Getting your mail redirected is an important step to ensure that you receive important documents, bills, and packages at your new address. Here's a step-by-step guide to help you get your mail redirected:
In the United States:
- USPS (United States Postal Service): Go to the USPS website (www.usps.com) and click on "Change of Address" under the "Quick Tools" section.
- Fill out the form: Complete the online form with your old and new addresses, as well as your name and other relevant information.
- Pay the fee: The fee for forwarding mail is $1.05 for 12 months or $0.65 for 3 months.
- Submit the form: Once you've completed the form, submit it online or print it out and mail it to the USPS.
In Canada:
- Canada Post: Visit the Canada Post website (www.canadapost.ca) and click on "Change of Address" under the "Services" section.
- Fill out the form: Complete the online form with your old and new addresses, as well as your name and other relevant information.
- Pay the fee: The fee for forwarding mail is $34.95 for 12 months or $14.95 for 3 months.
- Submit the form: Once you've completed the form, submit it online or print it out and mail it to Canada Post.
In the United Kingdom:
- Royal Mail: Visit the Royal Mail website (www.royalmail.com) and click on "Change of Address" under the "Services" section.
- Fill out the form: Complete the online form with your old and new addresses, as well as your name and other relevant information.
- Pay the fee: The fee for forwarding mail is £3.00 for 12 months or £1.50 for 3 months.
- Submit the form: Once you've completed the form, submit it online or print it out and mail it to Royal Mail.
Tips and Reminders:
- Make sure to update your address with your bank, credit card company, and other relevant institutions.
- Inform your friends, family, and colleagues of your new address.
- Keep an eye on your mail for a few weeks after the change to ensure that all mail is being forwarded correctly.
- If you're moving internationally, you may need to update your address with your country's postal service as well.
By following these steps, you'll ensure that your mail is redirected to your new address, and you'll receive all your important documents and packages without any issues.