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USPS & Carrier Tracking Statuses, Explained

Plain-English meanings for every tracking status, what is normal, what signals a delay, and exactly what to do next.

Shipping Label Created, USPS Awaiting Item
The label is printed and registered, but USPS has not scanned the package yet.
What it means
USPS in Possession of Item
USPS has physically scanned and accepted your package; the journey has officially started.
What it means
In Transit to Next Facility
Your package is moving through the network between USPS facilities, exactly as expected.
What it means
Arrived at USPS Regional Facility
Your package reached a regional sorting facility and is being routed toward its destination.
What it means
Departed USPS Regional Facility
Your package left a regional facility and is headed toward its next stop.
What it means
Moving Through Network
A general status meaning your package is in the USPS network between detailed scans.
What it means
Out for Delivery
Your package is on the delivery vehicle and expected to arrive that day.
What it means
Delivered
The carrier scanned the package as handed off or left at the destination address.
What it means
Delivered But Not Received
Tracking shows the package was delivered, but no one can actually find it.
What it means
Your Item Was Delivered / Awaiting Delivery Scan
USPS believes delivery happened or is imminent but the final scan has not posted.
What it means
In Transit, Arriving Late
The package is still moving but USPS now expects it to arrive later than first estimated.
What it means
Delivery Exception / Alert
A catch-all flag that something interrupted the normal delivery process for your package.
What it means
Delivery Attempted, No Access to Delivery Location
The carrier tried to deliver but could not physically reach or access the delivery point.
What it means
Available for Pickup / Held at Post Office
The package is waiting at your local post office for you to collect it in person.
What it means
Return to Sender
The package could not be delivered and is being sent back to the origin address.
What it means
Package Stuck in Transit / Not Moving
Tracking has gone quiet for a while, but the package is usually still moving between scans.
What it means

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