How to firward mail

Forwarding mail can be a bit of a process, but I'll break it down step by step. Here's how to forward mail:

Why forward mail?

You might need to forward mail if you're:

  1. Moving to a new address
  2. Going on a long trip or vacation
  3. Changing your name (e.g., after marriage or divorce)
  4. Closing a business or account

How to forward mail:

Option 1: Forward Mail with the USPS

  1. Fill out a Change of Address form: You can download and print the form from the USPS website or pick one up at your local post office.
  2. Provide your old and new addresses: Make sure to include your old address (the one you're leaving) and your new address (the one you're moving to).
  3. Choose your forwarding period: You can choose to forward mail for 1 year, 3 months, or 1 month.
  4. Pay the fee: The fee for forwarding mail is $1.05 for 1 year, $0.65 for 3 months, or $0.35 for 1 month.
  5. Submit the form: Take the completed form to your local post office or mail it to the USPS.

Option 2: Forward Mail with a Mail Forwarding Service

  1. Choose a mail forwarding service: There are many private companies that offer mail forwarding services, such as EarthClassMail, Mailbox Forwarding, or The UPS Store.
  2. Sign up for the service: Fill out the registration form and pay the required fee (which varies depending on the service).
  3. Provide your old and new addresses: Give the service your old and new addresses, and they'll forward your mail accordingly.
  4. Set up your forwarding preferences: Choose how you want your mail to be forwarded (e.g., digitally, physically, or both).

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