How to tell post office to hold mail

To have your mail held at the post office, you can follow these steps:

Option 1: Online Hold

1. Go to the USPS website (www.usps.com) and sign in to your account.
2. Click on "Hold Mail" under the "Mail & Ship" tab.
3. Enter your name, address, and the dates you'd like to hold your mail (up to 30 days).
4. Confirm your request and you'll receive a confirmation email.

Option 2: Phone Hold

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

Option 3: In-Person Hold

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

Additional Tips:

• You can hold your mail for up to 30 days.
• If you're going to be away for an extended period, you may want to consider forwarding your mail instead of holding it.
• If you're holding your mail, you'll need to pick it up at the post office during business hours.
• If you're unable to pick up your held mail, you can have it forwarded to a different address.

Remember to always keep your mail safe and secure, especially if you're holding it for an extended period.