How to put a hold on us mail delivery
There are several ways to put a hold on US Mail delivery:
Online Hold
- Go to the USPS website (usps.com) and sign in to your account.
- Click on "Hold Mail" under the "My Account" section.
- Enter your name, address, and the dates you'd like to hold your mail.
- Confirm your request and you'll receive a confirmation email.
Phone Hold
- Call the USPS Customer Service number at 1-800-275-8777.
- Tell the representative you'd like to put a hold on your mail delivery.
- Provide your name, address, and the dates you'd like to hold your mail.
- The representative will confirm your request and provide a confirmation number.
In-Person Hold
- Visit your local post office.
- Let the postal clerk know you'd like to put a hold on your mail delivery.
- Provide your name, address, and the dates you'd like to hold your mail.
- The clerk will confirm your request and provide a confirmation number.
Hold Mail Request Form
- Download and print the Hold Mail Request Form from the USPS website.
- Fill out the form with your name, address, and the dates you'd like to hold your mail.
- Sign and date the form.
- Mail the form to the address listed on the form.
Note: You can also request a hold on mail delivery for a specific period of time, such as while you're on vacation or moving. You can also request a hold on mail delivery for a specific address, such as a vacation home.
Additional Tips:
- You can request a hold on mail delivery up to 30 days in advance.
- You can also request a hold on mail delivery for a specific period of time, such as 1-30 days.
- If you're moving, you can request a hold on mail delivery for the day you move out and the day you move in.
- If you're going on vacation, you can request a hold on mail delivery for the duration of your trip.
Remember to always keep your mail safe and secure while it's being held. You can also consider having a trusted neighbor or friend pick up your mail for you while you're away.