How to return the mail to sender

The age-old problem of unwanted mail! Returning mail to the sender can be a bit of a process, but I'll guide you through the steps. Please note that the specific procedures may vary depending on the type of mail and the country you're in.

For unwanted mail in the United States:

  1. Refuse to accept: If you receive mail that you don't want, you can simply refuse to accept it. You can do this by signing the mail "Refused" or "Return to Sender" and returning it to the sender.
  2. Use a "Return to Sender" label: You can purchase a "Return to Sender" label from the US Postal Service (USPS) or online. Attach the label to the mail and return it to the sender.
  3. Fill out a "Refused" form: If you're unable to use a "Return to Sender" label, you can fill out a "Refused" form provided by the USPS. This form will need to be signed and returned to the sender.

For unwanted mail in Canada:

  1. Refuse to accept: Similar to the US, you can refuse to accept unwanted mail and sign it "Refused" or "Return to Sender".
  2. Use a "Return to Sender" label: You can purchase a "Return to Sender" label from Canada Post or online. Attach the label to the mail and return it to the sender.
  3. Fill out a "Refused" form: Canada Post also provides a "Refused" form that you can fill out and return to the sender.

For unwanted mail internationally:

  1. Check the mail's return address: Look for the sender's return address on the mail. If it's a country-specific address, you may need to contact the relevant postal service to return the mail.
  2. Contact the sender: If you're unable to return the mail through the postal service, you can try contacting the sender directly to request they stop sending you mail.
  3. Use a "Return to Sender" label: Some international postal services, like the Universal Postal Union (UPU), offer "Return to Sender" labels. You can purchase these labels online or at a local post office.

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