What is the Mail Forwarding Extension of the Usps?

Getting USPS to forward mail to your new address, for example, is simple. Customers who have requested a permanent change of address can advantage of extended mail forwarding. As of 2022, forwarding extensions are offered in six-, twelve-, and eighteen-month increments, with a maximum of 18 months of extra forwarding time.

What is a Usps address change?

When the business changes addresses, you can submit a USPS Change of Address request. If mail is currently forwarded to your old address, this COA request will set up automatic mail forwarding to your new address. If you are receiving paper invoices, letters, parcels, or other mail from senders who may not be aware of your new address, this is a useful service to use. Some senders (banks, IRS, state departments, and so on) may have a delay in updating your address.

Can i extend my forwarding time with Usps?

Temporary mail forwarding can be continued for a total of one year. The USPS’ Extended Mail Forwarding service can also be used to extend permanent mail forwarding. In addition to the normal 12-month mail forwarding service, you can extend your mail forwarding for 6, 12, or 18 months. Enter the first day of your existing mail forwarding as the start date. You have up to a year from the time you initially ordered mail forwarding to discontinue your service.

What are the different forwarding options for mail?

You have four basic mail forwarding options when submitting a Change of Address request (also known as a COA request or a US Postal Office mail forwarding request):

Temporary Address Change: Any First Class Mail and periodicals (magazines, newspapers, etc.) that you get will be forwarded “piece by piece” if you place a temporary Change of Address order. This temporary Change of Address is only valid for the period you pick, making it a popular choice for people who are traveling for a prolonged period or relocating temporarily.

A Permanent Change of Address order: A Permanent Change of Address order, in contrast to a temporary Change of Address order, informs USPS that your mailing address on file should be completely updated. 

PFS-Commercial (USPS Commercial Premium Forwarding Service): A Premium Forwarding Service Commercial, like a PFS Residential, allows you to receive bundled shipments of all mail received at a prior business location rather than “piece by piece” forwarding. This mail will be delivered by Priority Mail or Priority Mail Express to your new business location, and unlike a PFS Residential, the delivery frequency for a PFS-Commercial can be altered to weekly or monthly shipments.

USPS Premium Forwarding Service Residential (PFS-Residential): Creating a High-End Forwarding Service Residential will send all mail received at a certain address in a single weekly shipment rather than “piece by piece” forwarding. This mail will be transported through Priority Mail to your designated address, and unlike a permanent COA and a temporary COA, this premium forwarding service is charged (more info here). This PFS-Residential Service is an excellent choice for people who wish to ensure that vital mail arrives on time.

How much does a Mail Forwarding Extension from the Usps cost?

The following are the current rates:

$19. 95 for 6months$29. 95 for 12months$39. 95 for 18months

Furthermore, USPS does not issue reimbursements if you decide you no longer require them.

Success in extended mail forwarding

Although the USPS has only been testing Extended Mail Forwarding for approximately a year, the service has already shown to be popular with customers. “It’s incredibly successful, above what we had projected,” Liz Flake, a senior address management support analyst who was part of the team that built the service, said. Last August, the USPS launched the service in a select district as a two-year market test before expanding it nationally in October. Because the nationwide trial of Extended Mail Forwarding began after the busy summer months, when many customers seek to address changes as they relocate, this summer will undoubtedly be the first true test of consumer interest in the service.

Mail forwarding ensures that all of your mail is sent to your new address. To minimize delays in your benefit payments and the setup of your Internet and cable, make sure to alter your address with all government agencies and home service providers individually. The USPS mail forwarding service is particularly generous, offering free services for up to a year. In most cases, that’s plenty of time to notify service providers and loved ones of your new location. Even if you require additional time, the United States Postal Service (USPS) offers Extended Mail Forwarding for up to 18 months.

How long does the mail forwarding take with the USPS?

The USPS provides several mail forwarding alternatives. If you’re going on a long trip (2 weeks or more) and expect to return to your permanent address in less than 6 months, temporary mail forwarding may be an option. If you don’t plan to return to your previous address, a permanent change of address is another option. Keep in mind that temporary or permanent mail forwarding mandates the use of first-class, priority, or priority express mail. 

What happens when the forwarding of USPS mail expires?

When a temporary mail forwarding period expires, your mail will be sent to the address on file with USPS. If this occurs, the mailpiece will be returned to the sender with a sticker indicating your new address (if one has been filed). After 18 months, mail addressed to your prior address will be returned to you with the endorsement returned to the sender, indicating that the approved forwarding time has ended.

Is Package Forwarding Included in USPS Mail Forwarding?

Only First-Class Mail items are forwarded for free with Standard mail forwarding. Premium Mail Forwarding is the best solution if you want to receive all types of parcels.