Temporary forwarding of mail

Temporary forwarding of mail, also known as mail forwarding or mail redirection, is a service offered by postal services and courier companies that allows you to redirect your mail to a new address temporarily. This service is useful when you need to receive mail at a different address for a short period of time, such as:

  1. Moving to a new home or apartment
  2. Taking a temporary assignment or job in a different location
  3. Going on a trip or vacation
  4. Renovating or repairing your current home

Here's how temporary mail forwarding works:

  1. You contact the postal service or courier company and request temporary mail forwarding.
  2. You provide the new address where you want your mail to be forwarded to.
  3. The postal service or courier company sets up a temporary forwarding arrangement, which can be for a specific period of time (e.g., 1-6 months).
  4. Mail addressed to your old address is forwarded to your new address.
  5. You can choose to have your mail forwarded to a physical address or a PO box.

Types of temporary mail forwarding:

  1. General mail forwarding: This service forwards all mail, including packages, to your new address.
  2. Package forwarding: This service specifically forwards packages to your new address.
  3. Mail scanning: This service scans your mail and sends you digital images of the mail, allowing you to view and manage your mail remotely.

Benefits of temporary mail forwarding:

  1. Convenience: You can receive your mail at a new address without having to change your address with all your service providers.
  2. Flexibility: You can choose the duration of the forwarding service, from a few weeks to several months.
  3. Cost-effective: Temporary mail forwarding can be more cost-effective than changing your address with all your service providers.

Keep in mind that temporary mail forwarding services may have some limitations and requirements, such as:

  1. Proof of identity and address
  2. Payment of a fee or subscription
  3. Limited forwarding duration
  4. Restrictions on the types of mail that can be forwarded

It's essential to check with your local postal service or courier company for their specific temporary mail forwarding policies and requirements.