Does USPS Deliver on Sundays & Holidays? What to Know

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Find out which USPS packages are delivered on the weekends
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In a world where you can order and receive items or food within a few hours, it’s hard to imagine not having access to the latest goods—and fortunately, you don’t have to! USPS delivers on Sundays, but only for select packages in high-demand areas. While there’s no official list of supported areas, this guide will teach you everything you need to know about USPS Sunday deliveries.

USPS Sunday Delivery Information

USPS delivers Priority Mail Express and Amazon packages on Sundays in major cities. Regular retail ground mail and other classes of mail are typically not delivered on Sunday. However, packages can be mailed for an additional $12.50 fee for Sunday delivery.

Section 1 of 5:

Will USPS deliver my package on Sunday?

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  1. Contrary to popular belief, USPS delivers packages on the weekend, including Sunday—for certain packages at least. If you live in a large metropolitan city or high-volume location, Priority Mail Express and select Amazon packages will reach your doorstep. [1]
    • Large metro areas include, but are not limited to, New York City, Los Angeles, Chicago, Dallas, Washington DC, and more. [2]
    • During major US holidays, like Christmas, USPS may deliver all packages on Sundays due to an increase in volume. [3]
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What USPS packages get delivered on Sundays?

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  1. Priority Mail Express, also called USPS Overnight, is the fastest delivery service the United States Post Office has to offer. It guarantees overnight delivery to most locations within the United States, with International services taking between 3 to 5 business days. [4] However, for Sunday delivery, you’ll need to pay an additional $12.50 fee on top of the regular postage.
    • Regular retail ground mail and other classes of mail are delivered by 5 pm Monday through Saturday. [5]
    • Priority Mail Express starts from $30.45 for packages and flat-rate envelopes. [6]
    • Standard postage fees are calculated by the item’s location, size, and weight.
  2. If you’ve ever wondered if Amazon delivers on Sundays , you’re in luck. If you’re in an eligible area, you can expect your Amazon goods to arrive between 9 am and 8 pm. In 2013, USPS partnered with Amazon to deliver select packages on Sundays. [7] To check your Sunday delivery, check your order history for the estimated delivery date.
    • Amazon packages require no additional fees from USPS for Sunday delivery.
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How to Track a USPS Delivery

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  1. If your package has a tracking number, visit https://www.usps.com/ . A search bar will be featured on the home page, where you can manually insert the 22-digit tracking number. You will be redirected to another page that provides the latest update on the item. It will also include the time and date the package was delivered. [8]
    • You can find your tracking number on a USPS receipt or through the company you ordered. Check your account’s Order History or your email.
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Does USPS deliver on Saturdays?

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  1. If you’re waiting for a letter or a big delivery on a Saturday, don’t worry! Your package should arrive no later than 5 pm on a Saturday. If you want to pick up or mail a package on a Saturday, double-check your local post office’s operating hours. Saturday service may be limited, typically from 9 am to 1 pm or 3 pm. Services may be closed in low-volume areas. [9]
    • Use the location finder on the USPS website to get the hours of operation for your nearest post office.
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When is USPS open?

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  1. Generally, post offices are open weekdays from 9 am to 5 pm. However, services may vary depending on the location and demand. [10]
    • If you have a PO Box, most USPS locations offer 24/7 service, so you can pick up your mail anytime. Hours may vary depending on your location. Visit the USPS website or call your local office for more information. [11]
  2. Want to send out a package on a Sunday? Unfortunately, you’ll have to wait until Monday—or head to your nearest USPS participating Staples location to mail your package. While it won’t deliver or ship on Sunday, you can have your package scanned and ready to ship the following morning. [12] USPS is also closed on the following US federal holidays: [13]
    • January 1st: New Year’s Day
    • January 15th: Martin Luther King, Jr.’s Birthday
    • February 19th: Presidents’ Day
    • May 27th: Memorial Day
    • June 19th: Juneteenth National Independence Day
    • July 4th: Independence Day
    • September 3rd: Labor Day
    • October 14th: Columbus day
    • November 11th: Veterans Day
    • November 28th: Thanksgiving Day
    • December 25th: Christmas Day
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      References

      1. ↑ https://faq.usps.com/s/article/Delayed-Mail-and-Packages
      2. ↑ https://www.statista.com/statistics/183600/population-of-metropolitan-areas-in-the-us/
      3. ↑ https://about.usps.com/news/electronic-press-kits/holidaynews/2014/pdf/hc2014_faqs.pdf
      4. ↑ https://faq.usps.com/s/article/What-is-Priority-Mail-Express
      5. ↑ https://faq.usps.com/s/article/Delayed-Mail-and-Packages
      6. ↑ https://www.usps.com/business/prices.htm
      7. ↑ https://faq.usps.com/s/article/Delayed-Mail-and-Packages
      8. ↑ https://faq.usps.com/s/article/Where-is-my-package
      9. ↑ https://www.usps.com/help/contact-us.htm
      1. ↑ https://www.usps.com/help/contact-us.htm
      2. ↑ https://www.usps.com/manage/po-boxes.htm
      3. ↑ https://www.staples.com/sbd/cre/marketing/usps/stores/san_francisco.html
      4. ↑ https://about.usps.com/newsroom/events/

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