How do I let the Post Office know I moved?
To let the post office know you are going to change your address and want your mail forwarded to your new location, you have two options:
- Go to USPS.com/move to change your address online.
- Go to your local post office and request the Mover’s Guide packet.
When should I contact the post office when I move?
If you’ll be away for three to 30 days, USPS can hold your mail at your local post office until you return. You can typically request this service as early as 30 days in advance or as late as the day before you want the hold to start. Begin by creating or signing in to your USPS account.
Can I change my address with the post office online?
How to Change Your Address Online. Go to the Official USPS Change of Address® website. Select Permanent or Temporary. Pay the $1.10 identity verification fee.
Do you have to notify USPS when you move?
First Things First… You can make the Change of Address process faster and easier by notifying everyone who sends you mail of your new address and the date of your move, two weeks before you move. Most bills and statements have an area for making an address change notification.
Can I pick up mail from the post office before it is delivered?
Can You Pick Up a Package from USPS Before It Gets Delivered? Right out of the gate, you should know that it’s not only possible to pick up a package from USPS before delivery is initiated (or completed) but that it’s actually super simple and straightforward to make happen, too.
How do you forward mail to a different address?
Simply go to USPS.com, select the “Quick Tools” tab and click on “Change My Address.” Once you’ve selected this tab, you’ll be redirected to the USPS Official Change of Address form. From there, you’ll enter the old address, new address and the date you wish to begin forwarding your mail.
What happens if I don’t update my address?
If you don’t change your address, not only will you lose mail, which may include urgent bills or important bank statements, but you could also encounter issues with your homeowners’ or renters’ insurance. Some companies do require documentation of the move to transfer your policy accordingly.
Is the post office open in Chesterfield MO?
Chesterfield Post Office NOTICE: The Postal Service is an essential government service, and will remain open wherever possible. 16105 Swingley Ridge Rd, Chesterfield, MO 63017
How long does USPS hold mail for moving?
The U.S. Postal Service (USPS) can forward your mail to a new address or hold it at your local post office for a limited time. If your move is temporary, the USPS can forward your mail from your old address to a new one for 15 days to one year.
How long does it take to change your address with USPS?
You should receive a confirmation letter at your new address in five business days. You can ask your local post office to temporarily change your address. Learn about the timeline rules for a temporary change of address. Your local post office may be able to hold your mail for a short period of time, such as during a vacation.
How do I notify the post office of a change of address?
Go to your local post office and request a Mover/s Guide packet. Inside the packet is PS Form 3575. Fill out this change of address form and give it to a postal worker behind the counter. Or, drop it into the letter mail slot inside the post office. You should receive a confirmation letter at your new address in five business days.