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Does it matter where you get a PO box?
Step #1: Choose a Location You can get a PO box from the United States Postal Service at most of their Post Office locations, even if your home or business is in another state. That said, most people prefer to get a postal box near their home or place of business for maximum convenience.
Can mailing address be different than residence?
The mailing address is where you receive your mail. The residential address is where you live. They can be the same address or not. Some people have their mail delivered to a post office box or an address that is not their home.
How can I live without a permanent address?
If you don’t actually have a fixed dwelling, you can usually accomplish this by signing up with a mail-forwarding service. Switch your addresses over and file a change of address form with Post Office. Obtain auto insurance, health insurance, and other insurance in your new state.
What happens when you move to another city with PO Box?
After verifying your identity and payment, the Post Office will provide a P.O. Box number and keys or a combination code. If you’re moving to another city, you may be able to do the in-person verification at your local post office, and then they can contact the new P.O. Box location to complete the process. Prefer to rent a P.O. Box in person?
Can a PO Box be anywhere in the US?
The PO Box can be anywhere. It doesn’t matter if it’s where you live or not. You could get a PO box in California and live in New York, if you wanted. However, postal regulations do require you to give the Post Office your current home address in order to get a PO box, and update them if you move.
Is it safe to reserve a PO Box at the post office?
Once you reserve a PO Box at the Post Office, link it to your USPS.com account and easily manage it online. Know your deliveries are safe at the Post Office and not sitting on your doorstep unprotected.
How do I search for a new PO Box?
Search for a new PO Box at any Post Office location. Reserve with your existing account or new USPS.com account. The address or ZIP Code ™ you entered is invalid. Be sure to enter a street, city, and state or a 5 digit US ZIP Code ™.