USPS Holiday Deadlines You Need to Know!

The holiday season is upon us, and it's time to ensure your cards and gifts reach loved ones by December 25. The United States Postal Service (USPS) has announced its recommended mailing and shipping deadlines for 2024. Planning ahead and adhering to these dates will help your packages arrive on time.

For the Contiguous United States (Lower 48 States):

• USPS Ground Advantage® Service: Ship by December 18
• First-Class Mail® Service: Ship by December 18
• Priority Mail® Service: Ship by December 19
• Priority Mail Express® Service: Ship by December 21

For Alaska:

• USPS Ground Advantage® Service: Ship by December 16
• First-Class Mail® Service: Ship by December 18
• Priority Mail® Service: Ship by December 19
• Priority Mail Express® Service: Ship by December 20

For Hawaii:

• USPS Ground Advantage® Service: Ship by December 16
• First-Class Mail® Service: Ship by December 18
• Priority Mail® Service: Ship by December 19
• Priority Mail Express® Service: Ship by December 20

For international and military mail, deadlines vary based on destination. It's advisable to check the specific dates to ensure timely delivery.

USPS emphasizes the importance of sending items as early as possible to avoid delays. For more detailed information and updates, visit their official holiday shipping page: USPS

By keeping these dates in mind and preparing your shipments accordingly, you can help ensure your holiday greetings and gifts arrive on time.