Does royal mail require a signature

Royal Mail, the UK's postal service, has specific requirements for signatures on deliveries, which vary depending on the type of service and the value of the item. Here's a breakdown:

Standard Services (1st Class, 2nd Class, etc.):

• For items up to £20 in value, no signature is required.
• For items between £20.01 and £50 in value, a signature may be required, but it's not always necessary.
• For items over £50 in value, a signature is usually required.

Signed For Services (e.g., Signed For 1st Class, Signed For 2nd Class):

• These services require a signature upon delivery, regardless of the item's value.

Special Delivery Services (e.g., Special Delivery Next Day, Special Delivery 1pm):

• These services require a signature upon delivery, regardless of the item's value.

International Services:

• For international deliveries, Royal Mail may require a signature upon delivery, depending on the destination country and the value of the item.

Exceptions:

• Some items, such as large or bulky items, may require a signature regardless of the service used.
• Some customers may request a signature upon delivery, even if it's not required by Royal Mail.

It's always a good idea to check with Royal Mail or the sender to confirm their signature requirements for a specific item.