Can I call to change my address with USPS?

Can I call to change my address with USPS?

To change your address by telephone, call 1-800-275-8777. You should know the Postal Service does have systems in place to protect customers against unauthorized address changes. If a change of address has been submitted for you, the Postal Service will follow up with a Move Validation Letter.

Why did USPS charge me $40 to change my address?

The Postal Service charges $1.05 to verify identification of customers who change an address online. Websites with domain names that appear to be associated with the Postal Service, but are not, charge customers up to $40 to change an address and, in some cases, the change never gets made.

Can I change my postal address online for free?

Go to USPS.com/move to change your address online. There is a $1.05 charge to change your address online. You will need a credit or debit card and a valid email address. The $1.05 charge to your card is an identity verification fee to prevent fraud and make sure you’re the one making the change.

How do I speak to someone at USPS customer service?

Self-service options are available 24/7 by calling 1-800-ASK-USPS (1-800-275-8777):

Why can’t I change my address online USPS?

It is likely that your usps.com® profile is not updated with your current address. The best way to prevent this issue is to submit an Official Change of Address online at moversguide.usps.com, in person at a Post Office™, or through your carrier.

How do I get USPS to recognize my new address?

In order for an address to be recognized by the USPS, it must match a corresponding address within the official USPS database which you are able to access by visiting USPS APIs. This address is set up, monitored, and cleaned out (or added to) by the US government on a regular basis.

Is it better to change address at post office or online?

To ensure the best service, always use USPS.com for all Change of Address activities. You can make the Change of Address process faster and easier by notifying everyone who sends you mail of your new address and the date of your move, two weeks before you move.

Does USPS charge $1 for change of address?

Go to USPS.com/move to change your address online. This is the fastest and easiest way, and you immediately get an email confirming the change. There is a $1.10 charge to change your address online. You will need a credit or debit card and a valid email address.

How much does it cost to forward mail to new address?

Frequently Asked Questions. Does the USPS® charge a fee for mail forwarding? The USPS will forward your First-Class Mail® for free through a standard change-of-address form. If you fill out the form online, you’ll be charged a one-time fee of $1.05 for identification purposes.