The United States Postal Service (USPS) is a delivery service that is responsible for bringing mail and packages to homes and businesses around the country. "In possession of item" is a phrase that is used to indicate that the USPS has your mail or package and is in the process of delivering it. This phrase is commonly used on tracking websites and apps, so you can see the status of your mail or package as it makes its way to you.
How can I retrieve an item in USPS possession?
If an item is in USPS possession, it can be retrieved by visiting the nearest post office with the item's tracking number. The tracking number can be found on the item's label, receipt, or packing slip. The post office will then be able to locate the item and retrieve it for the customer.
How long does it take to retrieve an item in USPS possession?
According to USPS, it may take up to 10 business days to retrieve an item that is in their possession. The length of time depends on factors such as where the item is being retrieved from (e.g. a sorting facility or a post office), how many items are being retrieved, and the schedules of USPS employees.
Frequently Asked Questions
Why is my tracking status showing “USPS in possession of item”?
If your package arrived at the USPS office but is being held because it violates our policies or regulations, the tracking status will reflect this until someone from the USPS contacts you.
What does it mean when a package is accepted by USPS?
When the package is accepted by USPS, this means the shipper has completed all necessary steps to have the package delivered to the shipping facility. Once it's accepted, the shipper is notified and will typically have a pickup scheduled at the USPS facility nearest to where they submitted the package for shipping.
What does it mean when USPS says my item has arrived?
Your item has arrived when it was nested and accepted by the destination sorting facility.
What does it mean when USPS says hold for pickup?
When you receive an email notification that your package has been "put on hold for pickup," this means that the USPS has received the packaged item, but it hasn't yet been delivered to the individual who ordered it. In some cases, the package may be at a post office or warehouse waiting to be delivered to the correct address.
What does my USPS Tracking status mean?
If your package has the "LABEL CREATED, NOT YET IN SYSTEM" tracking status, that means that the label was created, but is still in the process of being scanned into USPS' tracking system. This could mean a few things: 1) The package hasn't been scanned yet because it's still waiting at the post office 2) The package was sent back to you because it didn't meet USPS' quality standards 3) The package was lost in transit
