What is hold mail service

Hold Mail Service is a service offered by the United States Postal Service (USPS) that allows you to temporarily hold your mail at a post office or mail facility while you are away from your home or business. This service is also known as "Hold Mail" or "Mail Hold".

Here's how it works:

1. You request the Hold Mail Service by filling out a PS Form 3811, "Mail Hold Request", which is available at your local post office or online.
2. You specify the dates you want the service to start and end, as well as the address where you want the mail to be held.
3. The post office will hold your mail at the designated post office or mail facility during the specified period.
4. When you return, you can pick up your held mail at the post office or have it forwarded to your new address.

The Hold Mail Service is useful in various situations, such as:

• When you're going on vacation or a business trip and don't want your mail to pile up.
• When you're moving to a new home or apartment and need to hold your mail until you can set up mail delivery at your new address.
• When you're experiencing a mail delivery issue and need to hold your mail until the problem is resolved.

Some benefits of the Hold Mail Service include:

• Reduced risk of mail theft or loss
• Protection of sensitive information, such as credit card statements and bills
• Convenience of having your mail held at a secure location
• Ability to pick up your mail at a time that's convenient for you

Keep in mind that the Hold Mail Service is only available for a maximum of 30 days, and you'll need to request the service at least 3 business days in advance. Additionally, there may be a small fee for the service, depending on the post office or mail facility.