Us post office change of address mail forwarding

The United States Postal Service (USPS) offers a mail forwarding service that allows you to forward your mail to a new address when you move. Here's how it works:

How to Set Up Mail Forwarding:

  1. Fill out the Change of Address form: You can download and print the form from the USPS website or pick one up at your local post office. The form requires your old and new addresses, as well as your name and signature.
  2. Submit the form: Take the completed form to your local post office or mail it to the USPS address listed on the form.
  3. Choose your forwarding options: You can choose to forward your mail for a specific period of time (e.g., 3 months, 6 months, 1 year) or indefinitely.
  4. Pay the fee: There is a fee for mail forwarding, which varies depending on the length of time you choose to forward your mail.

Mail Forwarding Options:

  1. Permanent Forwarding: Forward your mail indefinitely until you notify the USPS to stop.
  2. Temporary Forwarding: Forward your mail for a specific period of time (e.g., 3 months, 6 months, 1 year).
  3. Hold Mail: Hold your mail at your local post office for a specific period of time (e.g., 1 week, 2 weeks, 1 month) before forwarding it to your new address.

What's Included in Mail Forwarding:

  1. Letters: Forwarded to your new address.
  2. Packages: Forwarded to your new address, but may require additional handling fees.
  3. Periodicals: Forwarded to your new address, but may require additional handling fees.
  4. Priority Mail: Forwarded to your new address, but may require additional handling fees.

What's Not Included in Mail Forwarding:

  1. Large or oversized packages: These may not be forwarded due to size or weight restrictions.
  2. Packages with special handling requirements: These may not be forwarded due to special handling requirements (e.g., refrigeration, dry ice).
  3. Packages with hazardous materials: These may not be forwarded due to safety concerns.

Tips and Reminders:

  1. Notify your banks and creditors: Inform your banks, creditors, and other relevant parties of your address change to ensure they update their records.
  2. Update your voter registration: Update your voter registration information with your new address.
  3. Keep your old address active: Keep your old address active for a few months after your move to ensure you receive any important mail or packages that may be sent to your old address.
  4. Monitor your mail: Monitor your mail regularly to ensure you receive all of your important mail and packages.

By setting up mail forwarding with the USPS, you can ensure a smooth transition to your new address and receive your important mail and packages without any disruptions.