Is certified mail forwarded

In the United States, certified mail is a type of mail service offered by the United States Postal Service (USPS) that provides proof of mailing and delivery. When you send certified mail, the USPS provides a receipt that serves as proof of mailing, and the recipient signs for the mail when it is delivered.

As for forwarding, certified mail is not automatically forwarded to a new address if the recipient moves. However, there are a few options you can consider:

1. Return to Sender: If the USPS is unable to deliver the certified mail to the original address, it will be returned to the sender. You can then forward the mail to the new address.
2. Forwarding Service: The USPS offers a forwarding service called "Forwarding and Return Service" (FARS). For an additional fee, the USPS will forward certified mail to a new address if the recipient has filed a change of address with the USPS.
3. Certified Mail with Return Receipt: You can request a return receipt with your certified mail, which allows the recipient to sign and return the receipt to you. This can help you confirm that the mail was delivered to the correct address and provide a record of the delivery.
4. Update the Address: If you know the recipient's new address, you can update the address on the certified mail piece before sending it. The USPS will then deliver the mail to the new address.

It's important to note that certified mail is only forwarded if the recipient has filed a change of address with the USPS. If the recipient has not filed a change of address, the certified mail will not be forwarded to a new address.