United States Postal Service sets 2025 holiday mailing dates

(CNN) – The U.S. Postal Service has announced its 2025 holiday season mailing dates.

For customers in the lower 48 states, cards and gifts should be sent by Dec. 17 for ground advantage and first class mail.

For priority mail, it’s Dec. 18.

For priority mail express, it’s Dec. 20.

You can find more on the recommended shipping and mailing deadlines for the holiday season at USPS.com.