How to temporarily suspend mail service
Temporarily suspending mail service can be done in various situations, such as:
- Vacation or Leave of Absence: If you're going on a long vacation or leave of absence, you may want to suspend mail service to prevent accumulation of mail and potential theft or damage.
- Home Renovation or Construction: If you're undergoing home renovation or construction, you may not want to receive mail at your current address.
- Moving: If you're moving to a new address, you may want to suspend mail service at your current address to prevent mail from being delivered to the wrong location.
Here are the steps to temporarily suspend mail service:
USPS (United States Postal Service)
- Go to the USPS website (www.usps.com) and click on "Hold Mail" under the "Mail & Ship" tab.
- Fill out the online form with your name, address, and the dates you want to suspend mail service.
- You can also visit your local post office and fill out a "Hold Mail" form in person.
Canada Post
- Go to the Canada Post website (www.canadapost.ca) and click on "Hold Mail" under the "Mail & Ship" tab.
- Fill out the online form with your name, address, and the dates you want to suspend mail service.
- You can also visit your local post office and fill out a "Hold Mail" form in person.
Other Countries
For other countries, you can contact your local postal service or visit their website to find out how to temporarily suspend mail service. You may need to fill out a form or visit a post office in person.
Tips
- Make sure to provide a valid reason for suspending mail service, such as a vacation or move.
- You can also request that your mail be forwarded to a new address if you're moving.
- If you're suspending mail service for an extended period, you may want to consider setting up a mail forwarding service to ensure that important mail is delivered to you.
- Keep in mind that suspending mail service may not prevent all mail from being delivered, as some mail services may not be affected by the suspension.