Addressee unknown royal mail
The infamous "Addressee Unknown" label from Royal Mail!
The "Addressee Unknown" label is a special type of postage label used by Royal Mail (and other postal services) when a letter or package is undeliverable due to the recipient's address being unknown or incorrect. Here are some common scenarios where this label might be used:
- Undeliverable mail: If a letter or package is sent to a non-existent address, or the recipient has moved without leaving a forwarding address, the mail is considered undeliverable.
- Incorrect address: If the address on the envelope or package is incomplete, incorrect, or illegible, the mail may be returned to the sender with an "Addressee Unknown" label.
- No forwarding address: If the recipient has moved and left no forwarding address, the mail may be returned to the sender with this label.
When a piece of mail is marked with an "Addressee Unknown" label, it usually means that the postal service has tried to deliver it to the address provided, but was unable to do so. The label is typically attached to the envelope or package and may include a note explaining the reason for the return.
In some cases, the sender may be able to claim the returned mail and try to contact the intended recipient to obtain a correct address. However, if the mail is deemed undeliverable, it may be destroyed or recycled by the postal service.
It's worth noting that the "Addressee Unknown" label is not the same as a "Return to Sender" label, which is used when the mail is returned to the sender due to an incorrect or incomplete address.