Friends and family royal mail

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"Friends and Family" is a special rate offered by Royal Mail, a UK-based postal service, for sending items to friends and family members. Here are the details:

What is Friends and Family?

Friends and Family is a discounted rate for sending letters, parcels, and other items to friends and family members who live in the UK. The rate is lower than the standard postal rate, making it a cost-effective way to send items to loved ones.

Who can use Friends and Family?

To use Friends and Family, you need to have a Royal Mail account and be sending items to friends and family members who live in the UK. You can use this rate for personal, non-commercial purposes.

What items can be sent using Friends and Family?

You can send the following items using Friends and Family:

• Letters (up to 100g)
• Large letters (up to 750g)
• Parcels (up to 2kg)
• International items (to certain countries)

How much does Friends and Family cost?

The cost of Friends and Family varies depending on the item's weight and size. Here are some approximate prices:

• Letters (up to 100g): £0.76 (standard rate) vs. £0.63 (Friends and Family rate)
• Large letters (up to 750g): £1.34 (standard rate) vs. £1.09 (Friends and Family rate)
• Parcels (up to 2kg): £4.35 (standard rate) vs. £3.49 (Friends and Family rate)

How to use Friends and Family

To use Friends and Family, follow these steps:

1. Create a Royal Mail account or log in to your existing account.
2. Choose the "Friends and Family" rate when sending an item.
3. Enter the recipient's details, including their name and address.
4. Select the item type and weight.
5. Pay for the item using your Royal Mail account or a credit/debit card.

Important notes

• Friends and Family is only available for personal, non-commercial use.
• You can only send items to friends and family members who live in the UK.
• The rate is subject to change, so check the Royal Mail website for the latest prices.
• You may need to provide proof of relationship or identity to use Friends and Family.

Overall, Friends and Family is a convenient and cost-effective way to send items to friends and family members in the UK.