Freepost address royal mail

A Freepost address is a special type of address that allows you to send mail to a specific organization or individual without having to pay postage. Here's how it works:

What is a Freepost address?

A Freepost address is a special address that is designated by Royal Mail, the UK's postal service, for use by organizations or individuals who want to receive mail without having to pay postage. The address is usually in the format "Freepost [Name of Organization]" or "Freepost [Individual's Name]".

How does it work?

When you send mail to a Freepost address, you don't need to affix a stamp or pay postage. The recipient organization or individual will cover the cost of postage. This is because the organization or individual has agreed to pay for the postage costs in advance.

Types of Freepost addresses

There are two types of Freepost addresses:

  1. Freepost: This type of address is for organizations or individuals who want to receive mail without having to pay postage. The recipient organization or individual will cover the cost of postage.
  2. Freepost Plus: This type of address is for organizations or individuals who want to receive mail and also want to be able to send mail to others without having to pay postage. The recipient organization or individual will cover the cost of postage for both incoming and outgoing mail.

How to use a Freepost address

To use a Freepost address, simply write the address on the envelope or package, including the name of the organization or individual, and the Freepost code (if applicable). You don't need to affix a stamp or pay postage.

Examples of Freepost addresses

Here are a few examples of Freepost addresses:

Important notes