What Happens to Your USPS Mail Account When You Die
Quick Facts
Action
Forward mail
How
usps.com or post office
Cost
$1.10 online
Step-by-Step Guide
Set up mail forwarding to executor immediately
Forward the deceased mail to the estate executor address. Go to usps.com/manage/forward.htm or visit a post office. This catches bills, statements, and legal notices.
File a deceased mail hold if needed
Contact your local post office to report a deceased resident. They can hold mail temporarily.
Document Now Checklist
- Deceased mailing address
- Executor mailing address for forwarding
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Related Guides
Social Security
Social Security must be notified of death immediately. Benefits paid after death must be returned. Survivor benefits may be available.
IRS / Tax Returns
A final individual tax return must be filed for the year of death. Estates over $13.61M may owe federal estate tax.
Veterans Affairs (VA)
Veterans are entitled to burial benefits, a headstone or marker, a burial flag, and Presidential Memorial Certificate — all at no cost.
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