Do royal mail deliver parcels heavier than 2kgs
According to Royal Mail's guidelines, they do deliver parcels heavier than 2kg, but there are some restrictions and additional requirements that apply.
Here are the general guidelines:
- For parcels up to 2kg, Royal Mail offers a standard delivery service, which includes items up to 2kg in weight and up to 61cm in length.
- For parcels between 2kg and 10kg, Royal Mail offers a Large Letter and Parcel service, which includes items up to 10kg in weight and up to 61cm in length. This service is available for both domestic and international deliveries.
- For parcels heavier than 10kg, Royal Mail offers a Parcel Force service, which is a dedicated courier service for larger and heavier items. This service is available for both domestic and international deliveries.
However, there are some additional requirements and restrictions that apply to parcels heavier than 2kg:
- Parcels heavier than 2kg may require a signature upon delivery, and the recipient may need to be present to sign for the parcel.
- Parcels heavier than 2kg may also require additional packaging and protection to prevent damage during transit.
- Parcels heavier than 10kg may require a pallet or crate to ensure safe transportation, and may incur additional costs.
- Parcels heavier than 20kg may require a dedicated courier service, such as Parcel Force, and may incur additional costs.
It's always best to check with Royal Mail or a Royal Mail-approved courier service to confirm their specific policies and requirements for delivering parcels heavier than 2kg.