When an endorsement is on file, where does the mail carrier send the mail?

When an endorsement is on file, the mail carrier sends the mail to the Computerized Forwarding System (CFS). This system is designated to handle the forwarding of mail based on the specific instructions that have been given through the endorsement process. Endorsements indicate how a piece of mail should be processed, particularly in cases such as change of address orders or temporary holds. The CFS facilitates this by ensuring that the mail is redirected correctly, allowing for efficient and accurate forwarding to the new designated address. This streamlines the process for the postal service and ensures that recipients receive their mail at the right location without delay.

The functions of other potential destinations, such as sending mail back to the original sender, to the local post office, or to the nearest sorting facility, do not align with the role of the CFS in handling endorsements. The CFS specifically addresses the needs related to mail forwarding and follows the guidelines established by endorsements on file.