How long for royal mail to deliver
The delivery time for Royal Mail depends on the type of service you choose and the destination. Here are some general guidelines:
Royal Mail Services and Delivery Times:
- Royal Mail 1st Class: 93% of 1st Class mail is delivered the next working day, with a maximum delivery time of 3 working days.
- Royal Mail 2nd Class: 98% of 2nd Class mail is delivered within 3-4 working days, with a maximum delivery time of 5 working days.
- Royal Mail Special Delivery Guaranteed: Guaranteed next working day delivery by 1pm or 9am (depending on the service chosen).
- Royal Mail International Tracked: Delivery times vary depending on the destination, but generally take 3-7 working days to Europe, 5-10 working days to North America, and 7-14 working days to other destinations.
- Royal Mail International Standard: Delivery times vary depending on the destination, but generally take 5-10 working days to Europe, 7-14 working days to North America, and 10-21 working days to other destinations.
Important Notes:
- Delivery times are estimates and may vary due to factors such as weather, traffic, and high volumes of mail.
- Royal Mail aims to deliver mail on the next working day, but this is not guaranteed.
- Delivery times may be affected by public holidays and weekends.
- If you're sending mail to a business address, delivery times may be longer than those listed above.
Tracking Your Mail:
You can track your Royal Mail items using their online tracking service. Simply enter your tracking number and you'll be able to see the status of your delivery.
Remember to check the Royal Mail website for more information on delivery times and services.