United states postal mail hold

The United States Postal Service (USPS) offers a "Hold for Pickup" service, which allows you to have your mail held at a post office or delivery point for a specified period of time. Here's how it works:

How to request a Hold for Pickup:

1. Go to the USPS website (www.usps.com) and click on "Hold for Pickup" under the "Mail & Ship" tab.
2. Enter your name, address, and the reason for holding the mail (e.g., "I'll be away on vacation").
3. Choose the post office or delivery point where you want your mail held.
4. Select the date range for which you want your mail held (up to 30 days).
5. Confirm your request and pay any applicable fees (if you're not already a USPS customer).

Fees:

• There is no fee for requesting a Hold for Pickup, but you may need to pay a fee for the post office to hold your mail for an extended period.
• The fee for holding mail for more than 30 days is $1.00 per month.

How to pick up your held mail:

1. Go to the post office or delivery point where your mail is being held.
2. Show a valid photo ID to the postal employee.
3. Sign for your mail to confirm receipt.

Important notes:

• You can only hold mail for a maximum of 30 days. After that, it will be returned to sender.
• If you're holding mail for an extended period, you may need to pay a fee for storage.
• You can cancel your Hold for Pickup request at any time by contacting the USPS or visiting the post office where your mail is being held.

Benefits:

• Hold for Pickup is a convenient way to ensure your mail is safe while you're away or unable to receive it.
• It's a good option for people who are going on vacation, moving, or experiencing a temporary change in their address.
• It's also useful for businesses that need to hold mail for employees who are away on business or vacation.