Adding an Address to the USPS Database (2024)

FAQs

How can I add my address to the USPS database? ›

Go to the USPS Address Management System website and enter your zip code to find your nearest address management office. Contact this office by phone or in person to begin the address validation process.

It can be completed in a few steps, online at USPS.com, or by visiting one of more than 33,000 local Post Office™️ locations. Mail will only be forwarded to your new address, if you submit a Change of Address with the USPS.

This is often because the location was newly built or was originally registered as a different address. Regardless of the reason, if an address you know is valid but does not validate in our DOTS Address Validation – US web service, reaching out directly to the USPS can remedy the issue.

After that, from the USPS informed delivery login page you will have easy access to your mail. You can set up USPS informed delivery for multiple addresses as well. There's the option to have one primary address and a secondary PO Box address linked in the same account.

If you do not already have an address list for your message, then you need to put together, buy, or rent a mailing list. The Postal Service does not keep a database of residential or business customers and does not sell address lists.

Show your local postmaster your mailbox plans or your custom-made box for approval. To get drawings and measurements for building your own mailbox, write to US Postal Service Engineering. Want to buy a mailbox big enough for packages? See Next Generation Mailboxes.

Contact your local government to find the specific government institution in charge of assigning address where you live and submit the necessary paperwork before the site visit. You can also get a mailing address by opening a PO box at your local post office or shipping center.

Visit your local Post Office location with acceptable photo ID and any other required documents. Request a free Mover's Guide packet. Fill out the PS Form 3575 found inside the packet, and give it to the retail associate. They will use your photo ID to verify your identity, then process your change of address request.

How long does it take for USPS to add a new address? ›

Once you've submitted your mail forwarding request, the USPS typically takes 3-5 business days to process and activate the service.

A common way to validate an address is using the USPS Address Verification tool. The free tool is available on USPS.com, can standardize and verify address accuracy, and allows one address entry at a time.

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If this is the case, follow these steps to make sure you get your mail at the correct location: Take your personal information and new home documents to your nearest post office and ask to speak with the Postmaster. Register a mailing address with your personal information, deed, and title.

If, however, that process for adding an address to the database does not work you may need to go directly to your local post office in speak to your postmaster. They will usually direct you to the town office where you can get a copy of your property deed to confirm that your address is in fact 100% legitimate.

1. Visit informeddelivery.usps.com and click “Sign Up for Free.” 2. Enter your residential address or personal P.O. Box address to verify that it is eligible for Informed Delivery.