How to request usps to hold mail

You can request the United States Postal Service (USPS) to hold your mail for a specific period of time or until you return to your address. Here are the steps to follow:

Online Request

1. Go to the USPS website (www.usps.com) and sign in to your account or create one if you don't have one.
2. Click on "Hold Mail" under the "Mail & Ship" tab.
3. Enter your name, address, and the dates you want your mail held (up to 30 days).
4. Confirm your request and submit it.

Phone Request

1. Call the USPS Customer Service number at 1-800-275-8777 (1-800-ASK-USPS).
2. Tell the representative that you would like to request a mail hold.
3. Provide your name, address, and the dates you want your mail held (up to 30 days).
4. The representative will confirm your request and provide a confirmation number.

In-Person Request

1. Visit your local post office and speak with a postal clerk.
2. Let them know that you would like to request a mail hold.
3. Provide your name, address, and the dates you want your mail held (up to 30 days).
4. The clerk will process your request and provide a confirmation number.

Additional Information

• You can request a mail hold for up to 30 days.
• You can also request a mail hold for a specific period of time, such as a vacation or business trip.
• If you have a PO Box, you can request a mail hold for that address as well.
• If you have a forwarding address set up, your mail will be forwarded to that address instead of being held.
• You can cancel a mail hold request at any time by contacting USPS customer service.

Remember to request a mail hold well in advance of your departure date to ensure that your mail is held as requested.