How to get mail that was sent to old address

The frustration of missing mail! Don't worry, I'm here to help you retrieve mail that was sent to your old address. Here are some steps to follow:

Contact the Post Office

  1. Visit your local post office or USPS website (usps.com) and fill out a "Change of Address" form (PS 3575) to report your old address as inactive.
  2. Provide the post office with your old address, your new address, and a forwarding address (if you have one).
  3. The post office will hold mail for 15 days before returning it to the sender or disposing of it.

Check with Your Local Post Office

  1. Visit your local post office and ask if they have any mail for you at your old address.
  2. Provide your old address and your name to the post office clerk.
  3. They may have a list of undeliverable mail or packages that they can check for you.

Contact the Senders

  1. Reach out to the senders of the mail you're missing and let them know about the issue.
  2. Ask them to resend the mail to your new address.
  3. You can also provide them with your new address and ask them to update their records.

Check Online

  1. Check online services like USPS Informed Delivery (if available in your area) to see if you have any undeliverable mail.
  2. Check your email inbox for any notifications from the post office or senders about undeliverable mail.

Check with Your Bank or Credit Card Company

  1. If you have mail related to your bank or credit card accounts, contact your bank or credit card company to see if they have any outstanding mail or statements.
  2. They may be able to resend the mail to your new address or provide you with electronic statements.

Check with Your Employer or School

  1. If you received mail related to your employment or school, contact your employer or school to see if they have any outstanding mail or documents.
  2. They may be able to resend the mail to your new address or provide you with electronic copies.

Remember to keep your old address active for a few weeks to ensure you receive any remaining mail. If you're unable to retrieve the mail, you can consider setting up a mail forwarding service to receive mail at your new address.