US Postal Service has new policy for change of address: 'Would have had no idea'
The new USPS policy for change of address requires a few extra steps that consumers will not want to miss.
www.fox5ny.comI don’t have live tool access in this turn to pull the very latest updates, but here’s the current understanding of USPS address change news up to now.
- What’s changing: USPS has implemented enhanced identity verification for Change of Address (COA) requests. You may now need to confirm your address change via a verification step (often involving a code sent to your email or requiring in-person ID at a local post office) to complete the COA process. This aims to reduce address-forwarding fraud.[1][2][3]
- How to initiate COA: COA requests can typically be started online, at a local post office, or by mail, with activation contingent on proper identity verification. In some reports, online changes may incur a small processing/verification step, while in-person verification remains an option at a post office.[3][5]
- Practical impact for movers: Plan ahead—allow extra time for verification steps, especially if you’re moving across state lines or have a time-sensitive mail needs. Ensure you have a valid ID and access to the email or phone associated with your USPS account for verification codes.[5][3]
- Optional tips: If you previously requested a COA online, check your inbox for any verification emails or QR codes, and be prepared to present ID at a postal location if required. For international moves or complex forwarding, verify processing timelines with your local post office.[3][5]
If you’d like, I can try to fetch the most recent coverage now and summarize any new developments or policy changes, along with regional notes relevant to Los Angeles.