Official USPS Change of Address: Who Qualifies and What You Get
Learn how to use the official USPS service to forward your mail to a new home and avoid expensive third-party fees.
This service allows you to notify the postal service when you move so your mail follows you to your new home.
Who it's for
This is for anyone who is moving their residence to a new location.
What you get
You receive mail forwarding, which ensures that items sent to your old address are redirected to your new address for a set period.
What it costs you
There is a small $1.10 fee required for identity verification during the process.
The catch to know
Be careful when searching for this service online. Many third-party websites look official but will charge you $50 or more to process the request. To ensure you only pay the actual fee, use the official USPS website only.
How to apply
- Visit the official USPS movers website.
- Complete the online form with your current and new address details.
- Follow the prompts to complete the identity verification process.
- Pay the required identity verification fee.