Why is USPS not scanning packages?

The USPS is flexing its resources to process and deliver the mail as quickly as possible. It’s not uncommon for USPS to skip package scans when they’re running behind to allow them to move packages quicker than otherwise since additional scanning also means additional processing time.

What do I do if my package is awaiting delivery scan?

If it is showing “Awaiting Delivery Scan,” then you should wait for at least two days. If this message is still showing, you should call the USPS customer care service hotline or visit your local post office.

What does no delivery scan mean?

This code generally means that the USPS postal workers have been alerted to the fact that your package is going to be added to the shipping system but that they do not physically have that package in their possession yet.

Can my USPS package arrive without being scanned?

If there has been no follow up scan the day after arriving at your local Post Office™ facility AND no delivery has occurred, to save time a service request may be sent by email to your local Post Office™ facility for follow-up. You will receive a confirmation number and a contact within 2-3 business days.

Can USPS deliver without scanning?

No, They will manually enter the Tracking Number. If they can not read the barcode and the tracking number is missing they will deliver it without the scan. But both being missing is very rare. (They can also look up the tracking number based on the shipping address and/or delivery address).

Do USPS packages get scanned?

How does USPS Tracking® work? The label of your trackable item is scanned several times throughout the mailstream, whether we possess it or one of our shipping partners does. Tracking can start as soon as the item’s sender or our shipping partner notifies us electronically that we should expect a package.

Does all USPS mail get scanned?

WASHINGTON — The Postal Service on Friday confirmed that it takes a photograph of every letter and package mailed in the United States — about 160 billion pieces last year — and occasionally provides the photos to law enforcement agencies that request them as part of criminal cases.