The Postal Service has recommended deadlines for the holiday mailing and shipping season.
The suggestions, released Tuesday, Oct. 8, are for expected delivery by Dec. 25.
Here are the deadlines for items being sent to addresses in the lower 48 states:
• Wednesday, Dec. 18: USPS Ground Advantage
• Wednesday, Dec. 18: First-Class Mail, including greeting cards
• Thursday, Dec. 19: Priority Mail
• Saturday, Dec. 21: Priority Mail Express
Here are the deadlines for items being sent to addresses in Alaska and Hawaii:
• Monday, Dec. 16: USPS Ground Advantage
• Wednesday, Dec. 18: First-Class Mail
• Thursday, Dec. 19: Priority Mail
• Friday, Dec. 20: Priority Mail Express
Customers sending packages internationally, or to military addresses, can access the complete list of recommended mailing and shipping dates at usps.com.
Tips on preparing shipments, including packaging guidelines, ordering free shipping supplies and information on local Post Office location hours, can be found at about.usps.com.
