Will post office hold mail
Yes, the United States Postal Service (USPS) will hold mail for you under certain circumstances. Here are some scenarios where the post office may hold your mail:
- Vacation Hold: You can request a vacation hold on your mail by filling out a PS Form 3914, "Vacation Hold Request." This form allows you to specify the dates you'll be away and the post office will hold your mail until your return.
- Forwarding Hold: If you're moving to a new address, you can request that your mail be held at your old address until you're ready to forward it to your new address.
- Holding Mail for a Third Party: If you're expecting a package or mail delivery for someone else, you can ask the post office to hold it for them. This is often done for businesses or individuals who need to receive mail on behalf of someone else.
- Mail Hold Due to Non-Delivery: If the post office is unable to deliver your mail due to an incorrect address or other issues, they may hold it at the local post office for you to pick up.
- Special Handling: In some cases, the post office may hold mail that requires special handling, such as packages with perishable items or those that require a signature upon delivery.
To request that the post office hold your mail, you can:
- Visit your local post office and speak with a postal employee.
- Fill out the PS Form 3914, "Vacation Hold Request," and submit it to your local post office.
- Contact the USPS customer service number at 1-800-275-8777 to request a mail hold.
Remember to provide the post office with your name, address, and a contact method (such as a phone number or email address) so they can reach out to you if there are any issues with your mail hold.