Christmas postage royal mail
Here are the key details about Christmas postage with Royal Mail:
Last Posting Dates for Christmas 2022
To ensure your Christmas cards and gifts arrive on time, Royal Mail recommends the following last posting dates:
- 1st Class Mail: December 18th, 2022
- 2nd Class Mail: December 14th, 2022
- Special Delivery Guaranteed: December 20th, 2022
- International Mail: December 6th, 2022 (for destinations outside the UK)
Christmas Postage Prices
Royal Mail offers special Christmas postage prices for certain services:
- Christmas Cards: From £0.85 for a standard 1st Class stamp
- Christmas Gifts: From £1.15 for a standard 1st Class stamp
- Special Delivery Guaranteed: From £6.95 for a 1kg parcel
Christmas Postage Services
Royal Mail offers several Christmas postage services to help you send your gifts and cards:
- 1st Class Mail: A fast and reliable service for sending letters and parcels up to 100g
- 2nd Class Mail: A cost-effective service for sending letters and parcels up to 100g
- Special Delivery Guaranteed: A tracked and insured service for sending valuable or time-sensitive items
- International Mail: A service for sending items to destinations outside the UK
Christmas Postage Tips
To ensure your Christmas postage arrives on time, follow these tips:
- Use the correct postage: Make sure you use the correct postage for your item, as underpaid items may be delayed or returned to sender.
- Use a tracked service: Consider using a tracked service, such as Special Delivery Guaranteed, to ensure your item is delivered safely and on time.
- Check the Royal Mail website: For the latest information on Christmas postage, including last posting dates and prices, visit the Royal Mail website.