Do royal mail charge a redelivery fee
According to Royal Mail's website, they do charge a redelivery fee for certain services. Here are the details:
Redelivery Fee:
- For Royal Mail Special Delivery Guaranteed by 1pm and Royal Mail Special Delivery Guaranteed by 9am, a redelivery fee of £5.50 applies if the item is not collected from the post office or delivery point.
- For Royal Mail 24, Royal Mail 48, and Royal Mail 2nd Class Signed For, a redelivery fee of £2.50 applies if the item is not collected from the post office or delivery point.
When is a redelivery fee charged?
A redelivery fee is charged when:
- The item is not collected from the post office or delivery point on the initial delivery attempt.
- The item is returned to Royal Mail due to an incorrect or incomplete address.
- The item is returned to Royal Mail due to a failed delivery attempt.
How to avoid a redelivery fee:
To avoid a redelivery fee, you can:
- Ensure your address is correct and complete.
- Provide a safe and secure delivery location.
- Collect your item from the post office or delivery point on the initial delivery attempt.
- Consider using a tracked service, such as Royal Mail Special Delivery Guaranteed, which allows you to track your item and receive updates on its delivery status.
Please note that redelivery fees are subject to change, so it's always best to check Royal Mail's website or contact their customer service team for the most up-to-date information.