The U.S. Postal Service recently announced the 2016 holiday mailing and shipping deadlines. According to a news release, residents should mail items by the following dates to ensure timely delivery of cards, letters and packages within the United States by Dec. 25:
Dec. 15 – USPS Retail Ground — Ground service for less-than-urgent deliveries and oversized packages.
Dec. 20 – First-Class Mail — Service for standard-sized, single-piece envelopes and small packages weighing up to 13 ounces with delivery in 3 business days or less.
Dec. 21 – Priority Mail — Domestic service in 1, 2 or 3 business days based on where the package is mailed and where it’s being sent, variety of flat-rate options.
Dec. 23 – Priority Mail Express — Fastest domestic service, guaranteed overnight scheduled delivery to most locations. Some restrictions and exceptions apply. Please note, Priority Mail Express postage refund eligibility is adjusted for shipments mailed between Dec. 22 and Dec. 25.
Customers are encouraged to ship early. Visit usps.com for information on mailing internationally or other details.