How long will my mail be forwarded

The length of time that your mail will be forwarded depends on the type of forwarding service you have set up and the policies of the United States Postal Service (USPS).

Here are some general guidelines:

  1. Permanent Forwarding: If you have set up a permanent forwarding address with the USPS, your mail will be forwarded for a minimum of 12 months. You can request a permanent forwarding address online or by visiting your local post office.
  2. Temporary Forwarding: If you have set up a temporary forwarding address, your mail will be forwarded for a maximum of 12 months. You can request a temporary forwarding address online or by visiting your local post office.
  3. Forwarding Period: The USPS will forward your mail for a maximum of 12 months from the date you set up the forwarding service. After that, the forwarding service will expire, and you will need to set up a new forwarding address if you want to continue receiving mail at your new address.
  4. Renewal: If you want to continue receiving mail at your new address beyond the initial 12-month period, you will need to renew your forwarding service. You can renew your forwarding service online or by visiting your local post office.
  5. Special Circumstances: In some cases, the USPS may extend the forwarding period for a specific reason, such as a military deployment or a natural disaster. If you are experiencing a special circumstance that requires an extension of your forwarding period, you should contact your local post office or the USPS customer service department to request an extension.

It's important to note that the USPS will not forward mail that is undeliverable or that is returned to sender due to an incorrect address. If you are experiencing issues with your mail being forwarded, you should contact your local post office or the USPS customer service department for assistance.