Accepted at outward mail centre meaning
A very specific question!
When a letter or package is "accepted at outward mail centre", it means that the postal service has taken possession of the item and is preparing it for dispatch to its final destination.
In other words, the item has been:
- Received by the postal service at a designated mail centre (also known as a mail processing centre or a sorting facility).
- Checked for proper postage, address, and packaging.
- Scanned and recorded in the postal service's system.
- Prepared for transportation to the next sorting facility or delivery point.
At this stage, the item is considered "in transit" and is being processed through the postal system. It may take some time for the item to reach its final destination, depending on the distance, type of mail service used, and other factors.
So, if you've sent a letter or package and it's been "accepted at outward mail centre", you can rest assured that it's on its way to its intended recipient!