FAQs
Please visit USPS Hold Mail Service to submit a request online. You will need to sign in to or create a USPS.com® account to begin an online USPS Hold Mail request.
How do I stop my mail from being delivered while I'm on vacation? ›
USPS Hold Mail® service can hold your mail safely at your local Post Office™ facility until you return, for up to 30 days. To hold your mail longer or to reroute your mail, please sign up for a forwarding service. You can make your request up to 30 days in advance or as early as the next scheduled delivery day.
Can you put a stop on mail from being delivered? ›
You'll need a USPS online account to submit a Hold Mail Request online. Those that don't have an account can enroll here. If you don't want to create an online account, you'll need to visit your local post office to fill out a Form 8076 or call 1-800-ASK-USPS to submit your mail hold request.
Can I stop a letter from being delivered? ›
For a fee, USPS Package Intercept® lets the sender or recipient stop delivery or redirect a package, letter, or flat that is not out for delivery or already delivered. Most domestic mailings with a tracking or extra services barcode are eligible for Package Intercept. You can only request a Package Intercept online.
Can USPS hold mail delivered on end date? ›
In general, mail delivery resumes on the scheduled date following the end of a mail hold period. If you have placed your mail on hold with the postal service for a specific period, mail delivery will typically resume on the first scheduled delivery day after the designated hold end date.
How do I stop mail coming to my address? ›
1) Talk to the Post Office
The most effective way to stop receiving mail for previous residents or strangers is to talk to your local Post Office. Most of the time, you'll be able to quickly resolve any issues by listing your household members as the only people who should receive mail at your address.
Does the USPS charge for holding mail? ›
There is no fee for Hold for Pickup service. It is available for eligible items when postage is paid through: USPS Click-N-Ship® and USPS Click-N-Ship v2 (both Legacy and Enhanced CNS)
How to hold mail for 6 months? ›
To hold mail longer than 30 days, the Post Office recommends their mail forwarding service. For last-minute travelers, you can schedule the service to take effect as early as the next scheduled delivery day, while travelers with a longer lead on their trips can schedule it up to 30 days in advance.
Can you cancel mail from being delivered? ›
USPS Hold Mail® Service Lets You Stop Mail for 3-30 days
USPS Hold Mail® service allows your local Post Office to stop mail delivery if you're out of town or otherwise need to suspend home delivery for at least three days and a maximum of 30 days.
Can the USPS stop delivering your mail? ›
Delivery service may be suspended when there is an immediate threat (including, but not limited to, threats due to loose animals) to the delivery employee, mail security, or postal property. Delivery service may be temporarily withdrawn when animals interfere with our ability to complete mail delivery.
You can put your mail on hold as many time as you want as long as there is at least 1 day in between your vacation holds. Although a vacation hold can only last 30 days, you can talk to the supervisor for your delivery area and ask special permission for a short extension due to extenuating circ*mstances.
How do I stop mail delivery forever? ›
The only way to completely stop delivery is to request that all mail services be discontinued.
How to stop post being delivered? ›
Write to sender
You can write or email the sender directly indicating that you no longer wish to receive mailings from them.
How do I stop a mail from being sent? ›
On your computer, go to Gmail. See all settings. Next to "Undo Send," select a Send cancellation period of 5, 10, 20, or 30 seconds. At the bottom, click Save changes.
How do I stop someone from sending me mail? ›
Block an email address
- On your computer, go to Gmail.
- Open the message.
- In the top right, click More .
- Click Block [sender].
Can I temporarily forward my mail? ›
If you're moving, submit a permanent change of address request so your USPS® mail is properly rerouted to your new address. If you're only relocating for 15 days up to 1 year (like going to school or staying with family or friends), submit a temporary change of address request.
Can you pause receiving emails? ›
Inbox Pause gives you control over when emails appear in your Inbox. Eliminate interruptions, increase your productivity, and reduce stress. This article will deal specifically with basic (manual) Inbox Pause. Inbox Pause Scheduling is a Pro Subscription plan feature.
How many times can you stop your mail? ›
You can put your mail on hold as many time as you want as long as there is at least 1 day in between your vacation holds. Although a vacation hold can only last 30 days, you can talk to the supervisor for your delivery area and ask special permission for a short extension due to extenuating circ*mstances.