USPS releases holiday mail-by dates for on-time delivery

NEW HANOVER COUNTY, NC (WWAY) — The holiday season is here, and many will be using the United States Postal Service to spread holiday cheer. 

To make sure your mail gets there on Christmas day there are mail-by deadlines which can be found below, but USPS suggests mailing your package before those deadlines. 

USPS Ground Advantage Service — Dec. 18th 

First-Class Mail — Dec. 18th

Priority Mail — Dec. 19th

Priority Mail Express Service — Dec. 21st

They also remind us that as they get more mail this time of the year know that carriers may be out earlier in the day and later in the evening

A communication specialist with USPS, Philip Bogenberger says this is their busiest season, but they’re prepared for it. 

“We’ve already seen an up-tick in volume, but this is something we prepare for year-round it is kind of like we say our Superbowl for 2 months every day in a row. It is something that we love. It is the busiest time of year but it’s the most exciting time of year. We are prepared for this more than ever,” Bogenberger said. 

Bogenberger adds as the sun sets earlier to leave a porch light on for the carrier if you are expecting mail.