How to stop mail delivery from post office
To stop mail delivery from the post office, you'll need to follow these steps:
Method 1: Online Stop Mail Service
- Go to the United States Postal Service (USPS) website (usps.com).
- Click on "Hold Mail" under the "Mail & Shipping" section.
- Sign in to your USPS account or create one if you don't have one.
- Enter your name, address, and the date you want to start holding your mail.
- Choose the reason for holding your mail (e.g., "I'm going out of town").
- Confirm your request.
Method 2: Visit Your Local Post Office
- Go to your local post office.
- Let the postal clerk know that you want to stop mail delivery.
- Provide your name and address.
- Inform the clerk of the reason for stopping delivery (e.g., "I'm going out of town").
- The clerk will ask for the date you want to start holding your mail.
- Confirm your request.
Method 3: Contact Your Local Post Office by Phone
- Call your local post office and ask to speak to a customer service representative.
- Provide your name, address, and the reason for stopping delivery.
- Inform the representative of the date you want to start holding your mail.
- Confirm your request.
Important Notes:
- You can stop mail delivery for a specific period, such as a vacation or a move.
- You can also request that your mail be held at the post office for pickup or have it forwarded to a different address.
- If you're stopping mail delivery due to a move, you'll need to update your address with the USPS and your other mail carriers (e.g., UPS, FedEx).
- If you're stopping mail delivery due to a temporary absence, you may want to consider setting up mail forwarding to ensure important documents and packages are delivered to a trusted individual or a secure location.
Remember to always keep your mail secure and consider using a secure mailbox or a post office box if you're concerned about mail theft or tampering.