USPS Recommends 2025 Holiday Mailing and Shipping Dates
This week, the U.S. Postal Service announced the recommended mailing and shipping dates for mail and packages for the 2025 holiday season.
For expected delivery before Dec. 25, the Postal Service recommends the following send-by dates:
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2025 Holiday Shipping Dates for Contiguous U.S. (Lower 48 States)
USPS Ground Advantage service: Dec. 17
First-Class Mail: Dec. 17
Priority Mail: Dec. 18
Priority Mail Express: Dec. 20
2025 Holiday Shipping Dates for Alaska, Hawaii, Puerto Rico and U.S. Territories
USPS Ground Advantage service: Dec. 16
First-Class Mail: Dec. 17
Priority Mail: Dec. 18
Priority Mail Express: Dec. 20
For a complete list of suggested dates for customers sending packages to military or international addresses, the Postal Service recommends visiting the USPS holiday shipping page.
