For a fee, USPS Package Intercept® lets the sender or recipient stop delivery or redirect a package, letter, or flat that is not out for delivery or already delivered. Most domestic mailings with a tracking or extra services barcode are eligible for Package Intercept. You can only request a Package Intercept online.
How much is it to intercept a package USPS?
How does USPS Package Intercept work? There is a Package Intercept fee of $15.95 that applies to all intercepted shipments. Commercial customers who purchase postage online can also submit their Package Intercept request online.
Why does it cost money to intercept a package?
The initial fee for this service is charged solely to process your request and attempt to locate your package. USPS package intercept service is nonrefundable and not guaranteed.
How do I know if my package was intercepted USPS?
Automated customer notification on the status of the service request is available through email, the USPS Package Intercept application status report online at Business Customer Gateway or customer extract file through the Product Tracking System.
How do I get USPS to hold a package?
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.
How do I intercept my UPS package?
Log in below to view your shipping history. Choose the package(s) that you need to intercept from the list. Once you have selected the appropriate package(s), you can choose between the different delivery change options available. You’ll be prompted to provide a bit of additional info in order to submit the request.
Is it possible to redirect a UPS package?
We can reroute your package to another address, in certain cases. You can request we hold onto your package for you to pick up at a UPS location.
What happens if a package is intercepted?
As long as the item is not showing as out for delivery or delivered, USPS Package Intercept® will prevent delivery to the addressee. Based on your request, the item is redirected as either: Return to sender, or. At the Delivery Post Office™ as Hold for Pickup (but not to a PO Box)
How long will USPS hold a package?
For the vast majority of their mailing services, the United States Postal Service holds packages up to 15 days after the date of attempted delivery. In each case, USPS also issues a second and final notice a few days later. After the 15 days, packages are returned to the sender. What is this?
How does USPS mail hold work?
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.
Can you pick up a USPS package in transit?
Where Do I Pickup Packages That Have Been Intercepted? Packages that have been intercepted can either be picked up at your local post office, at a USPS distribution center, or at addresses that they have been rerouted to.
