How do you stop mail delivery while on vacation
There are a few ways to stop mail delivery while you're on vacation:
- USPS Hold Mail: You can request the United States Postal Service (USPS) to hold your mail until you return. Here's how:
- Go to the USPS website (usps.com) and click on "Hold Mail" under the "Mail & Ship" tab.
- Fill out the online form with your name, address, and dates you'd like to hold your mail.
- You can also request that your mail be forwarded to a different address.
- USPS Vacation Hold: You can also request a vacation hold by calling the USPS at 1-800-275-8777 (1-800-ASK-USPS) or visiting your local post office.
- Local Post Office: Visit your local post office and ask to speak to the postmaster or a supervisor. They can help you set up a hold on your mail.
- Online Services: Some online services, like Amazon, allow you to pause your deliveries while you're away. Check your account settings or contact their customer service to see if this option is available.
- Notify Your Bank and Credit Card Companies: Inform your bank and credit card companies of your travel plans, so they don't flag your transactions as suspicious.
- Stop Newspaper Delivery: If you receive a newspaper, contact your local newspaper delivery service to suspend delivery while you're away.
Remember to also take care of any other services that deliver items to your home, such as:
- Package delivery services (e.g., UPS, FedEx)
- Magazine subscriptions
- Utility bills (e.g., electricity, water)
By taking these steps, you'll ensure that your mail and packages are safely held or forwarded while you're away on vacation.