How to stop us mail for vacation

To stop mail delivery while you're on vacation, you can follow these steps:

Option 1: Use the USPS Hold Mail Service

1. Go to the official USPS website (usps.com) and click on "Hold Mail" under the "Mail & Shipping" tab.
2. Fill out the online form with your name, address, and the dates you'd like to hold your mail.
3. You can also request that your mail be forwarded to a different address if you'd like.
4. Click "Submit" to complete the request.

Option 2: Contact Your Local Post Office

1. Find your local post office and give them a call or visit in person.
2. Let them know that you'll be going on vacation and would like to hold your mail.
3. Provide them with your name, address, and the dates you'd like to hold your mail.
4. They may ask for a photo ID to verify your identity.

Option 3: Use a Mail Hold Service

1. There are third-party services that can hold your mail for you, such as Mail Hold or Hold Mail.
2. These services typically require you to sign up online and provide your mail forwarding information.
3. They'll then hold your mail for you and forward it to your desired address when you return.

Tips:

• Make sure to request that your mail be held at least 3-5 business days before your departure date to ensure that your mail is not delivered while you're away.
• If you have a PO box, you'll need to contact the post office that manages your PO box to request that your mail be held.
• If you're going to be away for an extended period, you may want to consider canceling your mail delivery altogether and setting up a forwarding address when you return.

By following these steps, you can ensure that your mail is safely held while you're on vacation, and you won't have to worry about it accumulating in your mailbox while you're away.