Does royal mail accept packages on saturday

In the UK, Royal Mail's standard delivery services do not operate on Saturdays. However, there are some exceptions and alternative options:

  1. Special Delivery Guaranteed: This service is available on Saturdays, but only for certain postcodes and at an additional cost. You can check the eligibility and pricing on the Royal Mail website.
  2. Royal Mail Saturday Delivery: Some Royal Mail branches and Post Offices may offer Saturday delivery for certain services, such as Special Delivery Guaranteed and Signed For. However, this is not a standard service and may incur an additional fee.
  3. Private courier services: Some private courier services, like Parcel Monkey, Hermes, and DHL, may offer Saturday delivery options. These services may be more expensive than Royal Mail's standard services.
  4. Online retailers: Some online retailers, like Amazon, may offer Saturday delivery options for their customers. However, this is usually only available for specific products and services.

To confirm whether Royal Mail accepts packages on a Saturday, you can:

Remember to always check the delivery options and estimated delivery times before sending a package to ensure it arrives on the desired day.