How to ask usps to hold mail

To ask the United States Postal Service (USPS) to hold your mail, 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. Enter your name, address, and the dates you'd like to hold your mail (up to 30 days).
4. Click "Submit" to request mail hold.

Phone:

1. Call the USPS Customer Service number at 1-800-275-8777.
2. Tell the representative that you'd like to request a mail hold.
3. Provide your name, address, and the dates you'd like to hold your mail (up to 30 days).
4. The representative will assist you with the request.

In-Person:

1. Visit your local post office.
2. Let the postal clerk know that you'd like to request a mail hold.
3. Provide your name, address, and the dates you'd like to hold your mail (up to 30 days).
4. The clerk will assist you with the request.

Additional Tips:

• You can request a mail hold for up to 30 days.
• If you're going to be away for an extended period, you may want to consider forwarding your mail instead of holding it.
• If you're holding mail for a specific period, make sure to request it at least 3 business days in advance.
• If you're holding mail for an extended period, you may need to provide a reason for the hold (e.g., vacation, business trip, etc.).
• If you're unable to access your mail during the hold period, you can request that it be forwarded to a different address.

Remember to always keep your mail hold request up to date, as it will automatically expire after the specified period.