Hold mail usps gov

The convenience of holding your mail!

To hold your mail with the United States Postal Service (USPS), you can follow these steps:

Online

1. Go to the USPS website at usps.com.
2. Click on "Hold Mail" under the "Mail & Ship" tab.
3. Sign in to your USPS account or create one if you don't have one already.
4. Enter your name, address, and the dates you'd like to hold your mail (up to 30 days).
5. Review and confirm your request.

By Phone

1. Call the USPS Customer Service number at 1-800-275-8777.
2. Tell the representative you'd like to hold your mail and provide your name and address.
3. Specify the dates you'd like to hold your mail (up to 30 days).
4. Confirm your request with the representative.

In Person

1. Visit your local post office.
2. Inform the postal clerk that you'd like to hold your mail.
3. Provide your name and address.
4. Specify the dates you'd like to hold your mail (up to 30 days).
5. Confirm your request with the clerk.

Note: If you're going to be away for an extended period, you may want to consider forwarding your mail instead of holding it. You can do this by filling out a PS Form 3817, "Mail Forwarding Request," and submitting it to your local post office.

Remember to plan ahead and request mail hold at least 3 business days before your desired hold period starts.