How to Set Up Mail Forwarding

Redirect your USPS mail to a new address when you move so nothing gets lost.

  1. Go to the official USPS site

    Visit moversguide.usps.com (the official USPS Change of Address page). Avoid third-party sites that charge inflated fees for the same service.

  2. Choose individual or family

    Select whether you are moving as an individual or a whole household, and pick temporary (up to a year) or permanent forwarding.

  3. Enter your details

    Provide your old address, new address, and the date you want forwarding to start. Double-check every line for typos so mail is not misrouted.

  4. Verify your identity and pay

    Pay the small identity-verification fee (about $1.10) with a credit or debit card billed to your old or new address. This confirms you are the resident and prevents fraud.

  5. Confirm and update senders

    Save the confirmation email and code. Forwarding takes a few days to start, so also update your address with your bank, employer, and subscriptions directly.