How to set up temporary Priyo mail forwarding
26 Sep 2024
How to set up temporary Priyo mail forwarding
- Visit the USPS Change of Address Page: Go to the official USPS Change of Address page.
- Select the Type of Move: Choose the option for a temporary move.
- Fill Out Your Information: Enter your old and new addresses accurately.
- Specify the Duration: Indicate the start and end dates for the mail forwarding.
- Verify Your Identity: Pay the $1.10 identity verification fee using a credit or debit card.
- Receive Confirmation: You’ll get a Move Validation Letter at your old address and a Customer Notification Letter at your new address.
Tell me more about Premium Temp Mail Forwarding.
Premium Forwarding Service Residential (PFS-Residential)
- Who is it for?: Residential customers.
- How it works: Your mail is packaged and forwarded weekly by Priority Mail®.
- Duration: Temporary, with weekly shipments.
- Fees: There is a one-time enrollment fee and a weekly shipment fee,
Premium Forwarding Service Commercial (PFS-Commercial)
- Who is it for?: Business customers.
- How it works: Mail is consolidated and forwarded from a business address to a new business address using Priority Mail Express® or Priority Mail®.
- Duration: Temporary, with flexible delivery frequency.
- Fees: Annual enrollment fee plus postage for envelopes, trays, or sacks based on mail volume.
Benefits
- Flexibility: Choose when and where to receive your mail.
- Convenience: Ideal for temporary relocations, extended travel, or managing business mail from multiple locations.
- Priority Mail Delivery: Ensures timely and reliable delivery of your forwarded mail.
How do I enroll in Premium Mail Forwarding?
Online Enrollment
- Visit the USPS Website: Go to the USPS Premium Forwarding Service page.
- Sign In or Create an Account: You’ll need a USPS.com account. If you don’t have one, you can create it during the process.
- Select Your Service: Choose between Premium Forwarding Service Residential® or Premium Forwarding Service Commercial®.
- Fill Out the Form: Provide your current and forwarding addresses, and specify the start and end dates.
- Pay the Fees: There is a one-time enrollment fee and a weekly shipment fee for residential service.
- Confirm and Submit: Review your information and submit your request.
In-Person Enrollment
- Visit Your Local Post Office: Go to your nearest post office.
- Request the Service: Ask for the Premium Forwarding Service form.
- Fill Out the Form: Complete the form with your current and forwarding addresses, and specify the duration.
- Pay the Fees: Pay the enrollment and weekly shipment fees.
- Submit the Form: Hand in the completed form to the postal clerk.
Additional Tips
- Start Date: Forwarding usually begins the Wednesday following your enrollment.
- Manage Online: If you enroll online, you can manage your order online. In-person enrollments must be managed at the post office.
