Us post office stop mail request
The United States Postal Service (USPS) allows you to request a stop delivery of mail to your address for various reasons. Here's how to do it:
Online Request:
- Go to the USPS website (www.usps.com).
- Click on "Customer Service" and then "Hold Mail" or "Stop Mail".
- Fill out the online form with your name, address, and reason for requesting stop mail.
- Choose the date you want the stop mail to start and end.
- Review and submit the form.
Phone Request:
- Call the USPS Customer Service number at 1-800-275-8777.
- Tell the representative that you want to request a stop delivery of mail to your address.
- Provide your name, address, and reason for requesting stop mail.
- Choose the date you want the stop mail to start and end.
- Confirm the request with the representative.
In-Person Request:
- Visit your local post office.
- Ask to speak with a postal clerk or supervisor.
- Provide your name, address, and reason for requesting stop mail.
- Choose the date you want the stop mail to start and end.
- Sign a request form to confirm the stop mail.
Reasons for Requesting Stop Mail:
You can request stop mail for various reasons, including:
- Moving to a new address
- Going on vacation or business trip
- Temporary absence from the address
- Mail theft or identity theft concerns
- Mail overload or clutter concerns
- Other reasons (please specify)
Important Notes:
- Stop mail requests can be made up to 30 days in advance.
- Stop mail requests can be made for a specific period, such as a vacation or business trip, or indefinitely.
- If you request stop mail, your mail will be held at the post office for pickup or delivery to a new address.
- If you're moving, you'll need to update your address with the USPS and other relevant parties to ensure uninterrupted mail delivery.
Remember to always keep your mail secure and consider using a post office box or mail forwarding service if you're concerned about mail theft or identity theft.