How to change a mail hold
To change a mail hold, you'll need to contact your local post office or the United States Postal Service (USPS) customer service. Here are the steps:
Method 1: Contact Your Local Post Office
- Find your local post office: You can use the USPS website to find your local post office and their contact information.
- Call the post office: Dial the phone number of your local post office and ask to speak to a customer service representative.
- Explain the situation: Let the representative know that you'd like to change the mail hold on your mailbox. Provide your name, address, and the current hold reason (if applicable).
- Provide new hold information: If you're placing a new hold, provide the dates you'd like the hold to be in effect. If you're canceling a hold, confirm that you'd like to lift the hold.
- Confirm the change: The representative will confirm the change and provide you with a confirmation number.
Method 2: Contact USPS Customer Service
- Call USPS Customer Service: Dial 1-800-275-8777 (1-800-ASK-USPS) to reach USPS customer service.
- Follow the prompts: Follow the automated prompts to speak with a customer service representative.
- Explain the situation: Let the representative know that you'd like to change the mail hold on your mailbox. Provide your name, address, and the current hold reason (if applicable).
- Provide new hold information: If you're placing a new hold, provide the dates you'd like the hold to be in effect. If you're canceling a hold, confirm that you'd like to lift the hold.
- Confirm the change: The representative will confirm the change and provide you with a confirmation number.
Additional Tips
- You can also change a mail hold online through the USPS website, but this option is only available for certain types of holds.
- If you're experiencing issues with mail delivery or have concerns about your mail hold, you can also contact your local post office or USPS customer service to report the issue.
- Keep in mind that mail holds can only be placed on mailboxes that are eligible for holds, and there may be specific requirements or restrictions for certain types of holds.