How to Stop USPS Mail for Vacation
How to request the mail retention service Before requesting a "mail hold" service, make sure it is available in your area. Check online at the US Postal Service website to see if the service is available in your zip code. The postal service will keep all mail by addresses rather than just one person's mail. Advice Only one "mail hold" service can be scheduled at the address at a time. To request hold mail, call 1-800-ASK-USPS or complete the " Mail Hold Request " form at the post office. You can request it 30 days in advance or before the next scheduled delivery day. The postal service will hold the mail for three to 30 days. You can pick up your mail at the post office or send it home when you return. When to forward mail The postal service only keeps mail for 30 days, so if you are away for a long time, please send your mail to its temporary destination. A "premium forwarding" service is provided that forwards all mail from a permanent add...