Usps forward mail service

The United States Postal Service (USPS) offers a Forward Mail Service, also known as General Delivery, which allows individuals to receive mail and packages at a post office location while they are away from their permanent address. Here's how it works:

How it works:

  1. You can sign up for Forward Mail Service at any post office location.
  2. You'll need to provide a valid photo ID and proof of address (if you're not a USPS customer).
  3. You'll receive a unique forwarding address, which will be used to forward your mail and packages.
  4. Mail and packages will be held at the post office for a specified period (usually 30 days).
  5. You can pick up your mail and packages at the post office during business hours.

Benefits:

  1. Convenience: Receive mail and packages at a post office location, even if you're not at your permanent address.
  2. Security: Your mail and packages will be held securely at the post office until you pick them up.
  3. Flexibility: You can pick up your mail and packages at a time that suits you.
  4. Cost-effective: No need to pay for forwarding fees or change your address with multiple companies.

Restrictions:

  1. Limited to 30 days: Mail and packages will be held for a maximum of 30 days. If you don't pick them up, they will be returned to the sender.
  2. No packages over 13 oz: Packages weighing more than 13 oz cannot be forwarded using this service.
  3. No hazardous materials: Certain hazardous materials, such as lithium batteries, are not allowed in Forward Mail Service.

How to sign up:

  1. Visit any post office location and ask to sign up for Forward Mail Service.
  2. Provide the required identification and proof of address.
  3. Fill out the necessary forms and pay the required fee (currently $20 per year).

Tips:

  1. Make sure to update your address with your bank, credit card company, and other relevant parties.
  2. Inform your friends and family of your new forwarding address.
  3. Keep your forwarding address confidential to prevent identity theft.

By using the USPS Forward Mail Service, you can receive your mail and packages securely and conveniently while you're away from your permanent address.