Post office forward mailing address
A forward mailing address, also known as a mail forwarding service, is a service provided by the United States Postal Service (USPS) that allows you to receive mail and packages at a different address than your current one. Here's how it works:
How to set up a forward mailing address:
- Fill out Form 1583: You'll need to complete Form 1583, "Request for Mail Forwarding Service," which is available at your local post office or online.
- Choose a forwarding address: Enter the address where you want your mail and packages to be forwarded to. This can be a temporary or permanent address, depending on your needs.
- Specify the forwarding period: Indicate how long you want the forwarding service to last. You can choose from 1 month to 12 months or more.
- Pay the fee: There is a fee for the forwarding service, which varies depending on the length of the forwarding period. The fee is currently $20 for 1 month, $30 for 3 months, and $40 for 6 months.
Types of mail that can be forwarded:
- First-Class Mail
- Priority Mail
- Priority Mail Express
- Parcel Post
- Media Mail
- International mail
What happens to your mail:
When you set up a forward mailing address, the USPS will forward your mail and packages to the new address you specified. The forwarding service will continue until the forwarding period ends or you cancel the service.
Tips and considerations:
- Make sure to update your address with the USPS, banks, credit card companies, and other relevant parties to ensure that your mail and packages are forwarded correctly.
- Keep in mind that the forwarding service may not work for all types of mail, such as packages that require a signature upon delivery.
- If you're moving permanently, you may want to consider setting up a permanent change of address with the USPS instead of a forward mailing address.