Temporary Mail Disposition Instructions allow U.S. military personnel to control their mail during any period of absence from their duty station. Whether you face deployment, temporary duty (TDY) assignment, hospitalization, or approved leave, this form directs your post office to hold, forward, or selectively route your mail for the dates you specify.
Who needs to file: Active-duty service members, Reserve and National Guard personnel on orders, and any military member expecting to be away from their assigned mailbox for more than a few days. Filing ensures paychecks, official orders, and personal correspondence reach the right place on time.
Information required: To complete the instructions, you will need your full name, receptacle (mailbox) number, duty status (Active Duty, Leave, TDY, or Hospitalized), effective start and end dates, and a forwarding address if you want mail redirected. An optional field lets you list a sponsor's name and duty phone number for advance receptacle assignment.
Civilians and family members who need to temporarily pause or redirect mail can use the USPS Hold Mail Request form through the United States Postal Service for similar mail management needs.
| Question | Answer |
|---|---|
| Form Name | Dd Form 2258 |
| Form Length | 1 pages |
| Fillable? | No |
| Fillable fields | 0 |
| Avg. time to fill out | 15 sec |
| Download Format | PDF, JPG |
| Other names | form 2258, mail dd, dd 2258, mail dd get |