Mail forwarding
Mail forwarding service
DakotaPost provides a secure and reliable mail-forwarding service that lets you receive, manage, and forward your mail from anywhere in the world. Whether you're travelling full-time, living overseas, or working remotely, our service gives you complete control over your mail while maintaining a permanent South Dakota address.
Choose the right South Dakota mail forwarding plan for you
Take your physical mail online
When you sign up for My DakotaMail, your online mail portal works just like an email account. Get a complete view of your mail in a single dashboard, open each envelope to see inside, and then action it as needed.
Stay on top of incoming mail
Organize your mail through folders, email the contents of your mail to yourself, save unlimited addresses, and see your mail in high-resolution images that you can enlarge for reading smaller print.
Keep track of mail in and mail out
Your tracking information dashboard shows your last five trackable mailings, and your mail is automatically reconciled when sent. This means what you see in your virtual mailbox is what is in your physical mailbox here at DakotaPost.
Add funds to your postage account
You can add postage funds to your online wallet instantly, via bank draft or credit card. You will also have a transaction log to see your account charges as they occur.
Why forward your mail
Not only can you experience the freedom to maintain a mobile lifestyle while receiving your mail communications wherever you are, whenever you want it; you can receive all the benefits that come with being a resident with an address in South Dakota!
What is mail forwarding?
Mail forwarding is a service that allows you to receive mail at a fixed address and have it sent to your current location. Instead of relying on a home address, your mail is securely received, processed, and forwarded based on your preferences, whether that’s on a schedule or whenever you need it.
What you can do with your mail
DakotaPost gives you full control over how your mail is handled:
View every mail item through your secure online portal
Forward mail anywhere in the world, on your schedule
Store mail securely for up to 13 months
Request mail to be opened and scanned (VIP plan)
Download or email scanned documents instantly (VIP plan)
Shred unwanted mail securely through a professional destruction service (VIP plan)
Every customer has different needs, which is why our plans are designed to be flexible.
Who uses mail forwarding services?
Mail forwarding is used by people who need a reliable mailing address while living a mobile or remote lifestyle:
Full-time travellers and RVers
Stay on the move without missing important mail or relying on others.
Remote workers
Including travelling nurses, truck drivers, and tradespeople who are constantly moving between locations.
Expats living overseas
Access and manage your US mail securely from anywhere in the world.
Military personnel
Maintain a consistent mailing address while stationed domestically or abroad.
Business owners
Use a stable address to manage business mail and maintain compliance.
Why use a mail forwarding service?
Mail forwarding gives you the freedom to live and work from anywhere without losing access to important mail. Instead of being tied to a fixed address, you can securely manage your communications and only receive what you need, when you need it.
It also plays a key role in establishing residency, registering vehicles, and accessing the benefits of having a South Dakota address.
Why choose DakotaPost for mail forwarding?
Customers choose DakotaPost for our customer service and our ability to go above and beyond to support remote lifestyles. Our automated mail processing system ensures your mail is handled efficiently and securely, while your online portal gives you complete visibility and control.
Unlike many providers, we focus on flexibility, allowing each customer to manage their mail in ways that suit their individual needs.
What makes DakotaPost the best mail forwarding service
Tritek and DakotaPost designed My DakotaMail software based on what our customers have asked us for. Our customized and state of the art software makes us unlike any other mail forwarding service in the US. With My DakotaMail you will have complete access to and total control over your mail, from wherever you are in the world. Our continued partnership with Tritek, also puts us at the forefront of new technologies and ways to further automate our processes.
Full-time traveler mail forwarding
Always on the move? We can keep your mail organized and only send you want you need. There are enough things to juggle when full-time traveling without your home address and mail being another one.
RV mail forwarding
Staying organized is imperative living a mobile lifestyle. Always get your mail when living in an RV with the help of DakotaPost so you don't have to bother friends and family anymore!
Military & expat mail forwarding
Stationed abroad or made yourself at home in another country? DakotaPost can be your home away from home and only send you the essential communications that you choose. Never miss any mail no matter where you are in the world with mail forwarding for expats.
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How we differ from other mail forwarding companies
DakotaPost handles more than mail forwarding. We can help you become a resident of South Dakota, assist you getting your driver's license, license plates, vehicle registrations, free notary services for our customers, and even can act as your registered agent for your business. Everything you need to become a resident in South Dakota and receive all the benefits that come with it!
State-of-the-art virtual mail forwarding technology
Our continued partnership with Tritek gives us the opportunity to be the first to have new technologies and equipment to automate our processes and make them more efficient. With Tritek, we designed My DakotaMail software based on what our customers have asked us for and makes us unlike any other mail forwarding service in the US. My DakotaMail was built to give you complete access to and total control over your mail, from wherever you are in the world. Because we have invested in Tritek's mail sorting equipment we are the only mail forwarding company in South Dakota that uses automated mail sorting technology!
Mail forwarding FAQs
Mail forwarding costs can vary depending on the provider, how often your mail is shipped, and where it’s being sent. Most mail forwarding services charge a small monthly or annual membership fee, plus postage and handling when mail is forwarded. Some providers also offer digital mail scanning, package forwarding, and check deposit services for an additional cost.
Mail forwarding typically covers standard letters and parcels, but it may not include services such as package storage, oversized freight, check deposits, or international customs fees unless specifically included in your plan. Certain government documents, legal notices, or courier deliveries may also have limitations depending on the provider and sender requirements.
Some types of mail cannot legally or practically be forwarded. This can include hazardous materials, perishable goods, restricted items, and certain courier deliveries that require in-person identification or signatures. In some cases, government agencies, banks, or licensing departments may require a residential address rather than a forwarding address.
The USPS offers temporary mail forwarding at no cost for standard mail when submitting a Change of Address request. However, this is usually designed for short-term moves and does not replace a dedicated mail forwarding service. Long-term travellers, RVers, and digital nomads often choose a professional mail forwarding provider for ongoing mail management, scanning, and residency support.
Mail forwarding times depend on the sender, postal service, and forwarding schedule you choose. USPS mail forwarding updates can take several business days to begin processing, while forwarded mail shipments from a mail forwarding provider may arrive within a few days domestically or longer for international destinations.
Some mail cannot be redirected through standard forwarding services. This may include restricted packages, certain legal documents, mail marked “Do Not Forward,” or deliveries requiring physical verification at the original address. Some senders may also refuse to deliver to PO Boxes or commercial mail receiving agencies.
It’s best to set up mail forwarding before you relocate, begin travelling, or change your residency address. Starting early helps reduce missed bills, delayed documents, and lost mail. Many people arrange forwarding at least one to two weeks before moving to ensure there’s enough time for address updates and postal processing.
Mail forwarding can be extremely useful for frequent travellers, RVers, remote workers, and anyone living between locations. It provides a reliable address for receiving important documents, helps keep personal information organised, and reduces the risk of missed or lost mail while away from home. For many people, the convenience and flexibility outweigh the cost.
