Do royal mail charge more to ireland
Yes, Royal Mail does charge more to send mail to Ireland compared to sending it to other destinations within the UK. This is because Ireland is a separate country with its own postal service, An Post, and Royal Mail has to pay a fee to An Post to deliver mail to Ireland.
The cost of sending mail to Ireland depends on the type of mail, its weight, size, and the level of service required. Here are some general guidelines on the costs:
- Standard Airmail (up to 100g): £1.35-£2.35 (approximately €1.50-€2.70)
- Standard Airmail (over 100g): £2.35-£4.35 (approximately €2.70-€4.90)
- Signed For Airmail (up to 100g): £3.35-£5.35 (approximately €3.80-€6.10)
- Signed For Airmail (over 100g): £5.35-£7.35 (approximately €6.10-€8.30)
These prices are subject to change, so it's always best to check the Royal Mail website for the latest rates.
It's worth noting that Royal Mail also offers a range of services that can help speed up delivery to Ireland, such as:
- Fast Airmail: £5.35-£7.35 (approximately €6.10-€8.30)
- Special Delivery: £7.35-£9.35 (approximately €8.30-€10.50)
- International Tracked & Signed: £8.35-£10.35 (approximately €9.50-€11.70)
These services can provide tracking and signature on delivery, but they are more expensive than standard airmail.
It's always a good idea to check the Royal Mail website or consult with a post office for the most up-to-date pricing and services available for sending mail to Ireland.