Start Prepping: USPS Just Announced the Last Possible Day You Can Mail Christmas Presents This Year

Mar. 15, 2025

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It’s (almost) the most wonderful time of the year — and theUnited States Postal Service (USPS)is making sure that everyone is well-prepped for gift-giving this holiday season.

USPS announced its recommended mailing and shipping dates for holiday mail and packages in anews releaseshared on Tuesday, Oct. 8.

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As for international mail pieces, USPS recommends sending those a bit earlier, during the early to mid-December timeframe.

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“USPS urges customers to plan ahead and ship early during this holiday season. The earlier you send, the better; don’t delay — mail and ship today!” USPS said in a statement.

Those interested in finding tips for preparing shipments, including packaging guidelines and information on local Post Office location hours, can do sohere.

source: people.com