USPS Holidays 2025: Post Office Closures & No-Mail Days
USPS observes 11 federal holidays in 2025 when post offices are closed and regular mail isn't delivered. No First-Class Mail, Certified Mail, or Priority Mail is delivered on these days. This guide lists all USPS holidays 2025, explains how postal holidays 2025 affect delivery times, and shows you how to avoid delays.
🚨 Quick Answer: 2025 USPS Holidays
USPS is closed and no mail is delivered on these 11 federal holidays in 2025:
- • New Year's Day – January 1 (Wednesday)
- • Martin Luther King Jr. Day – January 20 (Monday)
- • Presidents Day – February 17 (Monday)
- • Memorial Day – May 26 (Monday)
- • Juneteenth – June 19 (Thursday)
- • Independence Day – July 4 (Friday)
- • Labor Day – September 1 (Monday)
- • Columbus Day – October 13 (Monday)
- • Veterans Day – November 11 (Tuesday)
- • Thanksgiving Day – November 27 (Thursday)
- • Christmas Day – December 25 (Thursday)
📋 Table of Contents
Complete USPS Holidays 2025 List
Here's the full calendar of post office holidays 2025 with dates, days of the week, and delivery status:
| Holiday | Date 2025 | Day | Mail Delivery |
|---|---|---|---|
| New Year's Day | January 1 | Wednesday | ❌ No delivery |
| Martin Luther King Jr. Day | January 20 | Monday | ❌ No delivery |
| Presidents Day | February 17 | Monday | ❌ No delivery |
| Memorial Day | May 26 | Monday | ❌ No delivery |
| Juneteenth | June 19 | Thursday | ❌ No delivery |
| Independence Day | July 4 | Friday | ❌ No delivery |
| Labor Day | September 1 | Monday | ❌ No delivery |
| Columbus Day | October 13 | Monday | ❌ No delivery |
| Veterans Day | November 11 | Tuesday | ❌ No delivery |
| Thanksgiving Day | November 27 | Thursday | ❌ No delivery |
| Christmas Day | December 25 | Thursday | ❌ No delivery |
⚠️ Important Notes
- • Post offices are closed on all these days—no counter service
- • No regular mail processing occurs on federal holidays
- • Collection boxes are not emptied on holidays
- • Priority Mail Express may have limited delivery on some holidays (extra fee applies)
- • PO Boxes are accessible 24/7 in lobbies with access, but no new mail
How USPS Holidays Affect Mail Delivery
Understanding how USPS closed days impact delivery helps you plan time-sensitive mailings. See our mail delivery times guide for normal transit times.
📅 Before the Holiday
- • Mail accepted Friday before Monday holiday processes normally
- • Last collection on business day before holiday
- • Items in transit pause processing
- • Expect 1 extra day delay minimum
📬 After the Holiday
- • Processing resumes next business day
- • Backlog of holiday mail processed first
- • Delivery may be delayed 1-2 days
- • High-volume processing slowdowns common
📊 Delay Examples
Scenario 1: You mail First-Class on Friday, Jan 17. Monday Jan 20 is MLK Day.
→ Normal 3-day delivery becomes 4 days (holiday adds 1 day)
Scenario 2: Certified Mail mailed Wednesday, Nov 26. Thursday Nov 27 is Thanksgiving.
→ No processing Thu/Fri (day after Thanksgiving is not a USPS holiday but has reduced staffing), expect 2-3 day delay
Scenario 3: Mail sent Tuesday, Dec 23. Christmas is Thursday Dec 25.
→ Processing continues Wed Dec 24, pauses Dec 25, expect 1 day delay
Impact on Certified Mail, Priority Mail & Express
Different USPS services are affected differently by holidays:
| Service | Holiday Delivery | Processing | Delay Impact |
|---|---|---|---|
| First-Class Mail | ❌ No delivery | ❌ No processing | +1 to 2 days |
| Certified Mail | ❌ No delivery | ❌ No processing | +1 to 2 days |
| Priority Mail | ❌ No delivery | ❌ No processing | +1 day minimum |
| Priority Mail Express | ✅ Limited delivery* | ⚠️ Limited processing | Possible, check USPS |
*Priority Mail Express holiday delivery requires special arrangement and extra fees. Not available for all holidays or locations.
📦 What About Packages?
- • USPS packages (Priority Mail, Parcel Select) are NOT delivered on holidays
- • Amazon Sunday delivery may continue in some areas (USPS contract)
- • UPS and FedEx have different holiday schedules (not affected by USPS holidays)
- • Priority Mail Express is the only USPS service with potential holiday delivery
How to Avoid Holiday Mail Delays
Plan ahead to ensure your important mail arrives on time despite USPS holidays:
✅ Best Practices
- • Mail 5-7 days before deadline if it includes a holiday
- • Use certified mail with tracking to monitor delays
- • Check the calendar before mailing time-sensitive documents
- • Send online for same-day processing even before holidays
🚀 Faster Options
- • Send mail online for same-day USPS handoff
- • Use Priority Mail for faster transit (still delayed by holidays)
- • Consider Priority Mail Express for critical items
- • Online certified mail for automatic tracking
🚫 Avoid These Mistakes
- • ❌ Mailing certified mail the day before a 3-day weekend and expecting normal delivery
- • ❌ Assuming Saturday delivery the day after a Friday holiday (Saturday IS a delivery day normally)
- • ❌ Not tracking certified mail during holiday periods
- • ❌ Forgetting that the day after Thanksgiving (Black Friday) is NOT a USPS holiday—mail IS delivered
The Letter Pilot Holiday Processing Schedule
When you send mail online through The Letter Pilot, here's how holidays affect our service:
✅ We Process On
- • All business days (Mon-Fri) except federal holidays
- • Same-day processing for orders before cutoff
- • Mail handed to USPS same day (when USPS is open)
- • Saturday processing available (mail held until Monday USPS pickup)
⏸️ We're Closed On
- • All 11 USPS federal holidays (same as post office)
- • Orders on holidays process next business day
- • USPS doesn't accept mail on holidays regardless of processing
- • Tracking updates pause during holidays
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the USPS holidays in 2025?
USPS observes 11 federal holidays in 2025: New Year's Day (Jan 1), MLK Day (Jan 20), Presidents Day (Feb 17), Memorial Day (May 26), Juneteenth (Jun 19), Independence Day (Jul 4), Labor Day (Sep 1), Columbus Day (Oct 13), Veterans Day (Nov 11), Thanksgiving (Nov 27), and Christmas (Dec 25). No regular mail delivery on these days.
Is mail delivered on USPS holidays?
No, regular mail is not delivered on USPS holidays. Post offices are closed and carriers don't deliver First-Class Mail, Certified Mail, or Priority Mail. Priority Mail Express is delivered on some holidays with limited service.
How do USPS holidays affect delivery times?
Mail mailed before a holiday is delayed by 1 business day. If you mail certified mail on Friday before a Monday holiday, expect 1 extra day in transit. Allow extra time when mailing around federal holidays.
Does USPS deliver on Sundays?
USPS delivers Priority Mail Express and Amazon packages on Sundays in some areas, but does not deliver regular mail, Certified Mail, or standard First-Class Mail on Sundays. See our USPS Saturday delivery guide.
Is the post office open on Saturday?
Most post offices are open limited hours on Saturday (typically 9 AM - 12 PM or 1 PM), and regular mail is delivered on Saturdays unless it's a federal holiday. Counter hours vary by location.
How can I avoid holiday mail delays?
Mail important letters at least 5-7 days before holidays. Use online mailing services for same-day processing. Choose Priority Mail Express for holiday delivery. Track certified mail to monitor delays.
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