First class royal mail how long
First Class Royal Mail is a postal service offered by Royal Mail, the UK's national postal service. The delivery time for First Class mail depends on the destination and the time of posting. Here are some general guidelines:
Standard Delivery Times:
- Within the UK: 1-2 working days (Monday to Saturday)
- To the Channel Islands and Isle of Man: 2-3 working days
- To Europe: 2-5 working days
- To the rest of the world: 5-7 working days
Special Delivery Times:
- Same Day Delivery (available in some areas): 1 hour
- Next Day Delivery (available in some areas): 1 day
- Saturday Delivery (available in some areas): 1 day
Important Notes:
- Delivery times are not guaranteed and may be affected by factors such as weather, traffic, and high volumes of mail.
- Royal Mail aims to deliver 93% of First Class mail within 1 working day, but this is not a guaranteed service.
- If you need a guaranteed delivery time, you may want to consider using Royal Mail's Special Delivery service, which offers a tracked and signed-for service with a guaranteed delivery time.
It's always a good idea to check the Royal Mail website or contact your local post office for more information on delivery times and services in your area.