How long royal mail recorded delivery
Royal Mail's Recorded Delivery service typically takes 1-3 working days for delivery within the UK, depending on the destination and the time of posting. Here are the estimated delivery times for Recorded Delivery:
- Within the UK:
- 1 working day: For items posted to destinations within the same region (e.g. London to London)
- 2 working days: For items posted to destinations within the same country (e.g. London to Manchester)
- 3 working days: For items posted to destinations in other parts of the UK (e.g. London to Scotland)
- To the Channel Islands and Isle of Man: 3-5 working days
- To Europe: 3-7 working days
- To Rest of the World: 5-10 working days
Please note that these are estimated delivery times and may vary depending on various factors, such as:
- The time of posting: Items posted later in the day may take longer to arrive.
- The destination: Rural areas may take longer to deliver than urban areas.
- Weather conditions: Inclement weather may cause delays.
- Customs clearance: Items being sent to countries outside the UK may be subject to customs clearance, which can add to the delivery time.
It's also worth noting that Royal Mail's Recorded Delivery service provides a tracking facility, which allows you to track the progress of your item online.