How many concession stamps to pay for mail
The number of concession stamps needed to pay for mail depends on the weight and size of the item, as well as the destination. Here are some general guidelines:
Letters:
- Standard letters (up to 30g): 1 concession stamp (currently $1.05)
- Large letters (30g-50g): 2 concession stamps (currently $2.10)
- Large letters (50g-100g): 3 concession stamps (currently $3.15)
Packages:
- Small packages (up to 250g): 2 concession stamps (currently $2.10)
- Medium packages (250g-500g): 3 concession stamps (currently $3.15)
- Large packages (500g-1kg): 4 concession stamps (currently $4.20)
- Extra large packages (1kg-2kg): 5 concession stamps (currently $5.25)
International Mail:
- Standard international letters (up to 20g): 1 concession stamp (currently $1.05)
- Standard international letters (20g-50g): 2 concession stamps (currently $2.10)
- Standard international letters (50g-100g): 3 concession stamps (currently $3.15)
- International packages (up to 250g): 2 concession stamps (currently $2.10)
- International packages (250g-500g): 3 concession stamps (currently $3.15)
Please note that these rates are subject to change, and you should always check the current rates on the Australia Post website or at your local post office. Additionally, some items may require additional fees or services, such as tracking or insurance, which will increase the overall cost.