In response to the passing of former President Jimmy Carter, President Joe Biden has declared Thursday, January 9, as a national day of mourning.

According to Biden, flags will be flown at half-staff at the White House and all public buildings for 30 days following Carter’s death. He has urged Americans to gather in their places of worship on January 9 to honor Carter’s memory.

“I encourage people around the world who share our sorrow to participate in this solemn observance,” Biden remarked in a statement after Carter’s passing.

Historical precedents show that during previous national days of mourning, such as those following the deaths of former Presidents George H. W. Bush in 2018 and Gerald Ford in 2006, federal offices and stock markets closed in the United States.

Here’s what to expect regarding the operations of post offices, banks, and shipping companies like UPS and FedEx on January 9.

Will post offices be closed on January 9? Will there be mail delivery?

As per an executive order from President Biden, all federal offices will be closed on January 9, which means that all U.S. Postal Service offices will also be shuttered and there will be no mail delivery on that day, confirmed the USPS to YSL News.

Will banks be open on January 9?

Unlike a federal holiday, national days of mourning do not require banks or businesses to shut down, so most banks are expected to remain open on January 9.

If you need specific details about your local bank’s hours on Thursday, it’s advisable to contact them directly.

Will UPS and FedEx be operating on January 9?

No, services for pickup and delivery from UPS and FedEx are expected to continue on January 9, and both UPS Store and FedEx Office locations will be open for business.