HONOLULU (HawaiiNewsNow) – The holiday season is in full swing and Christmas is already less than a month away. If you plan to send holiday gifts by mail, the United States Postal Service is reminding customers to send them soon.

The U.S. Postal Service recommends Hawaii residents send their letters, cards and packages first class and priority mail to the mainland by December 18th.

Procrastinators have until December 20th if they use the Priority Express expedited shipping service.

USPS emphasized that ultimately unpredictable factors such as shipping volume and weather determine whether deliveries can be made early or on time.

Self-service shipping and mail centers

There are various postal kiosks located throughout the state where customers can purchase stamps, print and pay for packages, and conduct other common transactions without having to wait in line to see a postal worker.

At all locations except Mililani and Waipahu, customers can access self-service shipping and mail centers Around the clock, at times that suit you.

USPS Self Service Ship & Mail Centers are located in Hawaii at the following 16 post offices:

• Aina Haina Post Office
• Post office in downtown Honolulu
• Hawaii Kai Post Office
• Hilo Main Post Office
• Honolulu Main/Airport Post Office – 2 kiosks
• Kailua Post Office
• Kailua-Kona Post Office
• Kaneohe Post Office
• Kihei Post Office
• Lahaina Post Office
• Makiki Post Office
• Mililani Post Office
• Waialae-Kahala Post Office
• Waikiki Post Office
• Wailuku Post Office
• Waipahu Post Office

There is also a USPS Self Service Ship & Mail Center at the Safeway on Kapahulu Avenue.

USPS expects post offices to be at their busiest this week and next.

Click here for more mailing tips that can help you save time and money this holiday season.

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