Can I have something shipped to the post office instead of my house?

When shipping packages, you can choose the Hold for Pickup option, and the recipients can collect their packages at their local Post Office. If you are expecting a package, you can redirect it to your local Post Office by selecting Hold for Pickup using Intercept a Package under Track & Manage on usps.com.

Can I use Post Office as my address?

In general, a post office box can be used instead of a street address when establishing a place for people to send mail, but not when someone needs to identify himself to the government.

How do I get something shipped but not to my house?

Can I have a package held at the Post Office?

USPS Hold Mail^® service can hold your mail safely at your local Post Office^™ facility until you return, for up to 30 days. To hold your mail longer or to reroute your mail, please sign up for a forwarding service. You can make your request up to 30 days in advance or as early as the next scheduled delivery day.

How much does USPS intercept cost?

If the shipment is intercepted, your credit card will be charged the $15.95 Package Intercept fee plus any applicable postage. If the actual postage is greater than estimated, any additional postage will be charged accordingly.

How to Mail Packages

How do I arrange for the post office to hold my mail?

To request a mail hold, call 1-800-ASK-USPS or complete a “hold mail” form at the post office. You can make the request up to 30 days in advance or as early as the next-scheduled delivery day. The postal service will hold mail from three to 30 days.

How do you get something shipped discreetly?

Think brown cardboard boxes, single-color paper, and labels that don't discuss what's inside. It's also possible to use unmarked postal service boxes, especially flat-rate boxes, to conceal the contents. These are smart because you also get expedited options without raising any eyebrows.

Can I have a parcel delivered to a Post Office UK?

With Local Collect® your customers can have parcels delivered directly to their local Post Office® branch or Royal Mail Customer Service Point to collect at their convenience.

How can I get post without an address UK?

Pick up your post whilst in the UK

Poste Restante is s service designed for travellers, who do not have a permanent address in the location where they wish to receive mail, enabling them to collect their mail free of charge at any participating Post Office Branch in the UK.

How can I send a gift without an address?

Amazon has a new feature that will let you send a present to someone without having to know their address. When you find what you want to send on the app, you click the "add a gift receipt" option. From there, you can enter the recipients phone number or email address.

How do I get a physical mailing address?

There are two ways to get a physical mailing address without needing to rent expensive office space or a PO Box. The first is renting a UPS mailbox and the second is to rent a virtual mailbox with a CMRA. Both options will give you a real street address, so what's the difference?

Can you use a PO Box as a billing address?

To enter a PO Box as your credit card's billing address, simply enter the box number as the street number and the words "PO Box" as the street name.

Can I use a PO box as a legal address UK?

You can use a PO Box , but you must still include a physical address and postcode. Your company address will be publicly available on the online register.

Can Amazon deliver to Post Office?

All you have to do to get your order delivered to a post office is choose your local post office or preferred pickup location during the checkout process on Amazon's website, and present ID at the branch to collect your parcel.

How do I get a postal address UK?

A postal address may be applied for by individuals or developers by completing an application form (or sometimes by writing a letter or emailing the local authority) and may need to be accompanied by a drawing showing the extent of the premises, and relevant planning permissions. A fee is chargeable for applications.

Will the Post Office wrap my package for me?

Can I go to my local post office and get my parcel packed and wrapped, or do i have to do it myself? The Postal Service will not pack or wrap items for their customers. Do I have to put a return address? No, but it's to your advantage if you do, particularly if for some reason the package cannot be delivered.

How do I pickup a package from the Post Office?

You must present valid photo ID if you choose to pick up your mail item at the Post Office™ facility indicated on the notice. You also need to bring in the PS Form 3849 left by the Carrier. Find out what forms of identification are acceptable at the Post office.

Does USPS have discreet shipping?

USPS, UPS, and FedEx offer discreet shipping to their customers at no extra cost. The major couriers maintain a high level of discreteness so that even the delivery guy won't know what you ordered. The products are shipped in a standard box with only the customers' names and addresses.

Can I order something online and pick it up at the post office?

Yes. This offering is available with the Click-N-Ship ® application for Priority Mail Express®, Priority Mail®, First-Class Package®, Parcel Select Ground®, and First-Class Package Services-Commercial™ parcels.

Can I ship directly to a UPS access point?

Merchants can ship directly to UPS Access Point® lockers, and customers can redirect a package to any locker when they like. To do this, enter the address of a UPS Access Point® as your delivery address when you create your shipping label.

How long will Post Office hold general delivery mail?

Persons interested in General Delivery should speak with the postmaster. Limitations on the amount of time you are able to use General Delivery, if any, are determined by the postmaster. Each piece of General Delivery mail is held for no more than 30 days, unless the sender requests a shorter period.

Is there a fee to hold USPS mail?

There is no charge to request USPS Hold Mail® service. An address can have only one USPS Hold Mail® service in effect at a time. A USPS Hold Mail request is not necessary for a PO Box™, as mail delivered to a PO Box will be allowed to accumulate for up to 30 days.

How long will the post office hold a package at a PO Box?

The boxholder has 10 days to pay past due fees and pickup held mail. After that ten days (ten days after the due date), the box is closed and your mail is returned as undeliverable.

What if I don't have a physical address for my business?

There are several options available if you want to have a published street address for your business that is not your home address. The post office, for example, can assign a physical address to a P.O. box upon request, or you can rent a mailbox at a private delivery company that offers the same option.

Does HMRC accept PO Box address?

Your registered office

It must be a physical address and not a PO Box. You can only use a PO Box address if you also provide the full address (including post code) of the physical building. Please remember, your registered office address will appear on the public record.