Can you send international parcels with royal mail

Yes, Royal Mail offers international parcel services to send packages to over 200 countries and territories worldwide. Here are some details to help you get started:

Services:

  1. International Standard: A cost-effective service for sending parcels up to 2kg, with a delivery time of 3-7 working days to Europe and 6-14 working days to other destinations.
  2. International Tracked: A tracked service for sending parcels up to 30kg, with a delivery time of 3-7 working days to Europe and 6-14 working days to other destinations.
  3. International Signed: A signed-for service for sending parcels up to 30kg, with a delivery time of 3-7 working days to Europe and 6-14 working days to other destinations.
  4. International Priority: A fast and tracked service for sending parcels up to 30kg, with a delivery time of 1-3 working days to Europe and 2-5 working days to other destinations.
  5. International Economy: A cost-effective service for sending parcels up to 30kg, with a delivery time of 6-14 working days to Europe and 10-21 working days to other destinations.

Restrictions and limitations:

  1. Weight and size limits: Maximum weight is 30kg, and maximum size is 61cm x 46cm x 46cm (24in x 18in x 18in).
  2. Prohibited items: Certain items are prohibited or restricted, such as perishable goods, hazardous materials, and certain types of food and drink.
  3. Customs forms: You may need to complete a customs form for international parcels, depending on the destination and contents of the parcel.
  4. Insurance: Royal Mail offers insurance options for international parcels, up to a maximum value of £2,500.

How to send an international parcel with Royal Mail:

  1. Create a parcel: Wrap your parcel securely and attach a clear address label.
  2. Choose a service: Select the most suitable service for your parcel based on its weight, size, and destination.
  3. Print a label: Print a shipping label from the Royal Mail website or at a Post Office branch.
  4. Attach the label: Attach the label to the parcel.
  5. Take to a Post Office: Take the parcel to a Royal Mail Post Office branch for processing and dispatch.

Remember to check the Royal Mail website for the latest information on international parcel services, restrictions, and prices.