Does royal mail deliver to europe

Yes, Royal Mail, the UK's postal service, delivers to many countries in Europe. In fact, Royal Mail has a strong international network and offers a range of services to help you send mail and parcels to destinations across the continent.

Here are some key details:

  1. European destinations: Royal Mail delivers to most European countries, including:
    • Austria, Belgium, Bulgaria, Croatia, Cyprus, Czech Republic, Denmark, Estonia, Finland, France, Germany, Greece, Hungary, Ireland, Italy, Latvia, Lithuania, Luxembourg, Malta, Netherlands, Poland, Portugal, Romania, Slovakia, Slovenia, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland, and many others.
  2. Services: Royal Mail offers various services for sending mail and parcels to Europe, including:
    • Airmail: Fast and reliable delivery to most European destinations, typically taking 1-3 working days.
    • International Standard: A cost-effective service for sending letters and parcels, with delivery times ranging from 3-7 working days.
    • International Tracked: A tracked service for sending parcels, providing online tracking and signature on delivery.
    • International Signed: A signed-for service for sending valuable or important items, with proof of delivery.
  3. Delivery times: Delivery times may vary depending on the destination and service chosen. Here are some approximate delivery times:
    • Airmail: 1-3 working days to most European destinations.
    • International Standard: 3-7 working days to most European destinations.
    • International Tracked: 2-5 working days to most European destinations.
  4. Customs forms: When sending items to Europe, you may need to complete a customs form (CN23) if the item is valued at £34 or more, or if it contains certain goods like food, plants, or animals. Royal Mail can provide these forms for you.
  5. Restrictions and prohibitions: There may be restrictions or prohibitions on sending certain items to Europe, such as perishable goods, hazardous materials, or certain types of food. Check with Royal Mail or the destination country's customs regulations before sending any items.

To get started, you can visit the Royal Mail website, use their online postage calculator, or visit a local post office to send your mail or parcel to Europe.