Find typical Post Office hours, which holidays USPS is closed, and how to handle passports, money orders, and PO boxes — plus the official USPS location finder.
Hours vary by location. Many retail counters keep shorter hours than the building lobby, where PO boxes and self-service kiosks may be available longer.
Most retail counters open in the morning and close in the late afternoon or early evening, Monday through Friday. Exact times vary by location.
Many locations offer reduced Saturday retail hours, often a morning-only window. Mail is still delivered on Saturdays.
Retail counters are closed on Sundays. Some self-service kiosks and PO box lobbies may remain accessible.
On these federal holidays, Post Office retail counters are closed and there is no regular mail delivery. Premium Express Mail service may still operate.
| Holiday | When | Status |
|---|---|---|
| New Year's Day | January 1 | Closed |
| Martin Luther King Jr. Day | Third Monday in January | Closed |
| Presidents' Day | Third Monday in February | Closed |
| Memorial Day | Last Monday in May | Closed |
| Juneteenth | June 19 | Closed |
| Independence Day | July 4 | Closed |
| Labor Day | First Monday in September | Closed |
| Columbus Day | Second Monday in October | Closed |
| Veterans Day | November 11 | Closed |
| Thanksgiving Day | Fourth Thursday in November | Closed |
| Christmas Day | December 25 | Closed |
When a holiday falls on a Sunday, it is generally observed the following Monday. Always confirm holiday hours with your local Post Office or the official USPS website.
Beyond mailing and shipping, many Post Office locations handle the services below — though availability varies.
Many Post Offices act as passport acceptance facilities, often by appointment. They accept first-time applications and can take passport photos at some locations.
Domestic and international money orders are available at the retail counter, a secure way to send a guaranteed payment by mail.
PO boxes provide a secure mailing address with sizes and rental terms that vary by location and demand. Lobby access hours often extend beyond counter hours.
For exact addresses, current hours, and services at a specific location, use the official USPS Post Office locator.