Can i post a parcel to iran by royal mail

According to Royal Mail's website, they do offer a service to send parcels to Iran, but there are some restrictions and requirements you should be aware of:

  1. Prohibited items: Certain items are prohibited from being sent to Iran, including:
    • Cash, coins, and banknotes
    • Precious stones and metals
    • Firearms, ammunition, and explosives
    • Narcotics and controlled substances
    • Pornographic materials
    • Items that promote or glorify terrorism
  2. Restricted items: Some items are restricted from being sent to Iran, including:
    • Food and drink items (except for certain types of dried fruit and nuts)
    • Plants and plant products (except for certain types of seeds and bulbs)
    • Live animals and animal products (except for certain types of fish and seafood)
  3. Customs clearance: Iran has strict customs regulations, and items may be subject to inspection and clearance. You should ensure that your parcel complies with Iranian customs regulations.
  4. Service options: Royal Mail offers the following services to Iran:
    • Airmail: This service takes around 10-20 working days to arrive.
    • International Signed: This service provides tracking and signature on delivery, and takes around 10-20 working days to arrive.
    • International Tracked: This service provides tracking and signature on delivery, and takes around 10-20 working days to arrive.
  5. Packaging and labeling: Make sure to use sturdy packaging and clearly label your parcel with the recipient's address in English and Persian (Farsi).
  6. Value limits: There are value limits on the items you can send to Iran. For example, you can send up to £40 worth of goods without paying duty, but any value above this may be subject to duty and taxes.
  7. Duty and taxes: The recipient is responsible for paying any duty and taxes on the parcel. You should ensure that the value of the goods is accurately declared on the customs form.

Before sending a parcel to Iran, you should:

  1. Check the Royal Mail website for the latest information on sending parcels to Iran.
  2. Ensure that your parcel complies with Iranian customs regulations and restrictions.
  3. Use the correct packaging and labeling.
  4. Declare the correct value of the goods on the customs form.
  5. Consider using a trackable service to ensure that your parcel is delivered safely and efficiently.

It's also a good idea to contact the Iranian embassy or consulate in the UK for more information on sending parcels to Iran.