Us post office stop mail for vacation

The convenience of having the US Postal Service hold your mail while you're away on vacation!

Yes, the US Postal Service offers a service called "Hold Mail" that allows you to temporarily suspend mail delivery while you're away. Here's how to do it:

Online:

  1. Go to the USPS website (usps.com).
  2. Click on "Manage Your Mail" and then "Hold Mail".
  3. Enter your address and the dates you'd like to hold your mail.
  4. Confirm your request.

By Phone:

  1. Call the USPS Customer Service number at 1-800-275-8777.
  2. Tell the representative you'd like to hold your mail and provide your address and the dates you'd like to hold your mail.

In Person:

  1. Visit your local post office.
  2. Let the postal clerk know you'd like to hold your mail and provide your address and the dates you'd like to hold your mail.

Note: You can hold your mail for up to 30 days. If you need to hold your mail for a longer period, you'll need to contact your local post office to make arrangements.

When you return from your vacation, you can have your mail forwarded to you by contacting the post office and requesting "Forward Mail". This service is also available online, by phone, or in person.

Remember to also notify your bank, credit card company, and other relevant parties of your travel plans to avoid any issues with your accounts. Happy travels!