Is mail picked up on holidays

In the United States, mail pickup and delivery schedules vary depending on the type of mail and the holiday. Here's a general overview:

Federal Holidays:

• The United States Postal Service (USPS) does not deliver mail on federal holidays, which are:
  • New Year's Day (January 1st)
  • Martin Luther King Jr. Day (third Monday in January)
  • Presidents' Day (third Monday in February)
  • Memorial Day (last Monday in May)
  • Independence Day (July 4th)
  • Labor Day (first Monday in September)
  • Columbus Day (second Monday in October)
  • Veterans Day (November 11th)
  • Thanksgiving Day (fourth Thursday in November)
  • Christmas Day (December 25th)

Mail Pickup and Delivery:

• On federal holidays, mail pickup and delivery services are suspended, which means:
  • Mail is not collected from mailboxes or post offices.
  • Mail is not delivered to homes or businesses.
• However, some post offices may have limited hours or be closed on holidays, so it's best to check with your local post office for specific hours and services.

Special Services:

• Some special services, like Priority Mail Express, may still be available on holidays, but with limited hours and services.
• Additionally, some private carriers, like UPS and FedEx, may have different holiday schedules and services.

Check with Your Local Post Office:

• To confirm the holiday schedule and services for your specific post office, you can:
  • Visit the USPS website (usps.com) and use the "Post Office Locator" tool to find your local post office.
  • Call your local post office directly to ask about their holiday hours and services.

Remember to plan ahead and allow extra time for mail delivery and pickup on holidays.