How to request mail hold

To request a mail hold, you can follow these steps:

Online:

1. Go to the United States Postal Service (USPS) website at usps.com.
2. Click on "Hold Mail" under the "Mail & Shipping" tab.
3. Sign in to your USPS account or create one if you don't have one.
4. Enter your name, address, and the dates you'd like to hold your mail (up to 30 days).
5. Review and confirm your request.

By Phone:

1. Call the USPS Customer Service number at 1-800-275-8777.
2. Tell the representative you'd like to request a mail hold.
3. Provide your name, address, and the dates you'd like to hold your mail (up to 30 days).
4. Confirm your request.

In Person:

1. Visit your local post office.
2. Let the postal clerk know you'd like to request a mail hold.
3. Provide your name, address, and the dates you'd like to hold your mail (up to 30 days).
4. Confirm your request.

Note:

• You can request a mail hold for up to 30 days.
• You can also request a mail hold for a specific period, such as a vacation or business trip.
• If you're requesting a mail hold for an extended period, you may need to provide additional information, such as a forwarding address.
• Keep in mind that mail holds are only available for residential addresses, not for businesses or PO boxes.

What happens when you request a mail hold:

• The USPS will hold your mail at the post office for the specified period.
• You can pick up your held mail at the post office during business hours.
• If you're unable to pick up your mail, you can have it forwarded to a different address.

Remember to request your mail hold well in advance of your desired hold period to ensure your mail is properly held.