Postoffice mail redirection

The convenience of mail redirection!

Mail redirection, also known as mail forwarding, is a service offered by postal services worldwide that allows you to redirect your mail to a new address. Here's how it typically works:

Why would you need mail redirection?

You might need mail redirection in the following situations:

  1. Moving to a new home: When you move to a new address, you can redirect your mail to your new home to ensure you receive important documents, bills, and packages.
  2. Traveling or living abroad: If you're traveling or living abroad for an extended period, you can redirect your mail to a friend or family member's address or a mailbox rental service.
  3. Changing your name: After a name change (e.g., marriage, divorce, or legal name change), you may need to redirect your mail to your new name.
  4. Business relocation: If your business is relocating, you can redirect your business mail to your new office address.

How to set up mail redirection

To set up mail redirection, follow these steps:

  1. Contact your local post office: Visit your local post office or contact them online to inquire about their mail redirection services.
  2. Provide required information: Provide your current address, the address you want to redirect your mail to, and the duration of the redirection (e.g., 1 month, 6 months, or 1 year).
  3. Pay the fee: You'll need to pay a fee for the mail redirection service, which varies depending on the postal service and the duration of the redirection.
  4. Wait for confirmation: The post office will confirm your request and provide you with a confirmation number or a unique reference number.

Types of mail redirection

There are different types of mail redirection services, including:

  1. Permanent redirection: Redirects your mail permanently to a new address.
  2. Temporary redirection: Redirects your mail for a specified period (e.g., 1 month, 6 months).
  3. Special delivery redirection: Redirects special delivery items, such as packages and registered mail, to a new address.

Tips and considerations

  1. Notify your banks and creditors: Inform your banks, creditors, and other relevant parties about your mail redirection to avoid any issues with bill payments or account access.
  2. Keep your old address active: Keep your old address active for a few months after the redirection to ensure you receive any outstanding mail or packages.
  3. Monitor your mail: Regularly check your redirected mail to ensure you receive all your important documents and packages.

By setting up mail redirection, you can ensure a smooth transition when moving to a new address or changing your name, and avoid missing important mail or packages.