Is the Post Office Open Today? USPS Hours & Status
USPS hours vary by location, day, holidays, and service disruptions. Most Post Offices open Monday through Saturday, while most retail counters are closed on Sundays and USPS holidays. Check today’s status below, then confirm your local branch hours and available services with the official USPS Location Finder.
Check Your Local Post Office
Find today's retail hours, Saturday/Sunday access, available services, and directions using the official USPS location information.
Check when the retail counter opens and closes.
See weekend opening hours for your local Post Office
View available services at this location.
Check for kiosk access and self-service options.
Find the address, map, and directions to the Post Office.
USPS Hours & Access
Different services have different hours. Here's what to expect.
Retail Counter
Lobby / PO Box Access
Self-Service Kiosk
Mail Delivery
What Time Does the Post Office Open and Close?
There is no single nationwide opening or closing time for every Post Office. Retail counter hours vary by location, and PO Box lobby access, self-service kiosks, passport services, and pickup hours may follow different schedules.
Use the USPS Location Finder to check today’s hours and available services before visiting your local branch.
Is USPS Delivering Today?
Regular USPS mail is generally delivered Monday through Saturday, except on USPS holidays and when local service disruptions affect delivery.
Priority Mail Express may provide Sunday or holiday delivery to eligible destinations for an additional fee. Availability depends on the origin, destination, and service commitment.
For a specific package, check USPS Tracking. For weather, emergencies, or local operational problems, check USPS Service Alerts.
Important to Know
- Retail hours vary by location, date, and holidays—always check your local Post Office.
- Some locations have Sunday hours for retail services. Availability varies.
- USPS Service Alerts (weather, facility issues, etc.) may change hours or cause closures.
- Even when counters are closed, lobby access, PO Box access, and self-service kiosks may still be available.
Weekend Post Office Hours
Are Post Offices Open on Saturdays?
Many Post Offices open on Saturdays, but hours and services vary by location. Some branches have reduced retail hours or limited counter service.
Check the USPS Location Finder for local hours and availability of retail services, passport appointments, PO Box access, and self-service kiosks.
Are Post Offices Open on Sundays?
Most USPS retail counters are closed on Sundays, although some locations may still provide PO Box lobby or self-service kiosk access.
Priority Mail Express may offer Sunday and holiday delivery in eligible markets for an additional fee, depending on the route and service commitment.
Why Is My Post Office Closed Today?
A Post Office may be closed because of a USPS holiday, its normal local schedule, severe weather, a natural disaster, a safety issue, a facility problem, or another temporary service disruption.
Check the USPS Location Finder for branch hours and USPS Service Alerts for temporary closures or delivery disruptions.
What Can You Do When the Post Office Is Closed?
- Buy postage and print eligible shipping labels online.
- Prepare packages for the next available collection or retail window.
- Use an accessible self-service kiosk where available.
- Access a PO Box lobby when the location allows after-hours entry.
- Check tracking updates for mail and packages already in transit.
- Review USPS Service Alerts for weather, emergency, or facility disruptions.
Does USPS Deliver Mail on Federal Holidays?
Regular retail operations and most regular mail delivery pause on USPS holidays. Priority Mail Express may provide Sunday and holiday delivery in eligible markets.
A delivery exception does not mean the local retail counter is open. Check the tracking information for a shipment and use the USPS Location Finder to find a branch.
Weather, Emergencies, and USPS Service Disruptions
A Post Office can close or change its hours even when the national calendar shows a normal operating day. Severe weather, natural disasters, local emergencies, safety issues, and facility problems can affect retail service or mail delivery.
Check USPS Service Alerts before traveling during a disruption.
Keep Access to Your Mail When Local Counters Are Closed
A PostScan Mail virtual mailbox gives you a mailing address and online access to mail that has already been received and processed at your selected location. You can review images of incoming items and submit handling requests from your account. Depending on your plan and location, available requests may:
- View & manage mail online or on the go
- Forward mail anywhere you need
- Secure, private, and reliable
Frequently Asked Questions
Post Office hours depend on the day, USPS holiday schedule, and individual location. Check the status shown at the top of this page, then use the USPS Location Finder to confirm your local branch’s retail hours and available services.
Post Offices generally close on USPS-observed holidays, but a location may also close temporarily because of weather, emergencies, or facility issues. Check your branch through the USPS Location Finder and review USPS Service Alerts for current disruptions.
There is no single nationwide closing time for Post Offices. Retail counter hours vary by location and may differ from PO Box lobby or self-service kiosk access. Use the USPS Location Finder to check today’s closing time for your branch.
Opening times vary by Post Office location and service. A branch’s retail counter, PO Box lobby, passport services, and self-service kiosk may operate on different schedules. Check the USPS Location Finder before visiting.
Regular USPS mail is generally delivered Monday through Saturday, except on USPS holidays or when local service disruptions affect delivery. For a specific package, check USPS Tracking. Priority Mail Express may have different Sunday or holiday delivery availability.
Many Post Offices open on Saturdays, but hours and services vary by location. Some branches have reduced retail hours or no Saturday counter service. Check the USPS Location Finder for Saturday hours and available services.
Most USPS retail counters are closed on Sundays. Some facilities may still provide PO Box lobby or self-service kiosk access, depending on the location. For Sunday mail and package delivery details, see our Does USPS Deliver on Sunday? guide.
Tomorrow’s status depends on the day of the week, USPS holiday schedule, and your local branch hours. Check the tomorrow status shown on this page and verify your specific location using the USPS Location Finder.
A Post Office may be closed because of a USPS holiday, its normal local schedule, severe weather, an emergency, safety conditions, or a facility-related issue. Check USPS Service Alerts for temporary disruptions and the USPS Location Finder for branch-specific hours.
Use the official USPS Location Finder and search by city, state, ZIP Code, or address. It can help you check local retail hours, Saturday or Sunday availability, PO Box services, self-service kiosks, passport services, and other location-specific information.
USPS holiday closures can delay new USPS deliveries.
Mail already processed into your PostScan Mail account remains available online.
New handling requests follow the schedule of your selected PostScan Mail location.
