How to extend mail forwarding beyond 6 months

The joys of mail forwarding!

By default, the United States Postal Service (USPS) allows mail forwarding for up to 6 months. However, you can extend this period in certain circumstances. Here are the steps to extend mail forwarding beyond 6 months:

Method 1: Online Extension

  1. Go to the USPS website (usps.com) and sign in to your account.
  2. Click on "Manage Your Account" and then "Mail Forwarding."
  3. Select the account you want to manage and click on "Edit."
  4. Scroll down to the "Mail Forwarding" section and click on "Extend Mail Forwarding."
  5. Choose the new end date for your mail forwarding service (up to 12 months).
  6. Review and confirm your changes.

Method 2: Phone or In-Person Extension

  1. Call the USPS Customer Service number at 1-800-275-8777 (1-800-ASK-USPS) and follow the prompts to speak with a representative.
  2. Explain that you want to extend your mail forwarding service beyond 6 months.
  3. Provide your account information and the new end date you'd like to set.
  4. The representative will assist you in extending your mail forwarding service.

Method 3: Visit a Post Office

  1. Visit your local post office and speak with a postal clerk.
  2. Explain that you want to extend your mail forwarding service beyond 6 months.
  3. Provide your account information and the new end date you'd like to set.
  4. The clerk will assist you in extending your mail forwarding service.

Additional Requirements

To extend mail forwarding beyond 6 months, you may need to provide additional information or documentation, such as:

Fees

There may be a fee associated with extending mail forwarding beyond 6 months. The fee is typically $1.00 per month, with a maximum fee of $12.00 per year.

Remember to keep your mail forwarding service active until you've received all your mail or until you've notified the USPS to stop forwarding your mail.