How to put a forwarding address on mail

To put a forwarding address on mail, you'll need to follow these steps:

USPS (United States Postal Service)

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: Fill in your old address (the one you're leaving) and your new address (the one you're moving to).
3. Choose a forwarding period: You can choose to forward your mail for a specific period, such as 3 months, 6 months, or 1 year.
4. Sign and date the form: Make sure to sign and date the form to confirm the change.
5. Return the form to the post office: Take the completed form to your local post office or mail it to the USPS address listed on the form.

Online Change of Address: You can also change your address online through the USPS website. Here's how:

1. Go to the USPS website (usps.com).
2. Click on "Move" and then "Change Your Address".
3. Fill in your old and new addresses, as well as your email address and phone number.
4. Choose a forwarding period and confirm your identity.
5. Review and submit your request.

Other Mail Services

If you're using a private mail service, such as UPS or FedEx, you'll need to contact them directly to set up a forwarding address. Here's how:

1. Contact UPS: Visit the UPS website (ups.com) and click on "Customer Service" > "Change Your Address".
2. Contact FedEx: Visit the FedEx website (fedex.com) and click on "Customer Service" > "Change Your Address".

Tips and Reminders

• Make sure to update your address with all relevant parties, including banks, credit card companies, loan providers, and subscription services.
• Keep in mind that it may take some time for your new address to be updated in all systems, so be patient and allow a few weeks for the change to take effect.
• If you're moving internationally, you may need to contact the postal service of your new country to set up a forwarding address.