Us postal service stop mail request
The United States Postal Service (USPS) has a process for stopping mail delivery to a specific address. Here are the steps to follow:
Online Request
- Go to the USPS website (www.usps.com) and sign in to your account or create one if you don't have one.
- Click on "Hold Mail" under the "Mail & Ship" tab.
- Enter the address you want to stop mail delivery to.
- Choose the reason for holding mail (e.g., moving, vacation, etc.).
- Select the date you want to start holding mail (up to 30 days in advance).
- Confirm your request.
Phone Request
- Call the USPS Customer Service number at 1-800-275-8777.
- Tell the representative you want to stop mail delivery to a specific address.
- Provide the address and the reason for holding mail.
- The representative will guide you through the process and provide a confirmation number.
In-Person Request
- Visit your local post office.
- Inform the postal clerk you want to stop mail delivery to a specific address.
- Provide the address and the reason for holding mail.
- The clerk will assist you with the process and provide a confirmation number.
Note:
- You can only stop mail delivery to an address that is in your name or under your control.
- You can stop mail delivery for a maximum of 30 days.
- If you're stopping mail delivery due to a move, you'll need to update your address with the USPS to ensure mail is forwarded to your new address.
- If you're stopping mail delivery due to a vacation, you can request that mail be held for up to 30 days.
Remember to keep your confirmation number handy, as you may need to provide it if you need to restart mail delivery or update your request.