How to have mail held at post office

To have your mail held at a post office, you can follow these steps:

1. Contact the post office: Reach out to the post office where you want to have your mail held. You can find the contact information for your local post office by visiting the USPS website and using their "Post Office Locator" tool.
2. Request mail hold: Let the post office know that you would like to have your mail held. You can do this by phone, email, or in person. Be prepared to provide your name, address, and a reason for requesting the mail hold (e.g., you're going out of town).
3. Provide identification: The post office may ask for identification to verify your identity and confirm that you are the authorized person to request the mail hold.
4. Specify the hold period: Let the post office know how long you would like your mail to be held. You can choose from a range of options, such as 1-14 days, 1-30 days, or indefinitely.
5. Confirm the hold: Once you've made the request, the post office will confirm the hold and let you know that your mail will be held for the specified period.

Additional tips:

• Online Hold: You can also request a mail hold online through the USPS website. Simply log in to your account, go to the "Hold Mail" section, and follow the prompts.
• Hold Mail for a Specific Date: If you're going out of town on a specific date, you can request that your mail be held starting from that date.
• Hold Mail for a Specific Number of Days: If you're not sure when you'll be back, you can request that your mail be held for a specific number of days.
• Hold Mail for a Specific Address: If you're moving to a new address, you can request that your mail be held at your current address until you're ready to receive it at your new address.

What happens to your mail during the hold period:

• Mail will not be delivered: During the hold period, your mail will not be delivered to your mailbox.
• Mail will be stored at the post office: Your mail will be stored at the post office for the specified period.
• Mail will be held until you pick it up: Once the hold period is over, you can pick up your mail at the post office during business hours.

Remember to always check with your local post office for their specific policies and procedures regarding mail holds.