How much am i covered by royal mail
Royal Mail provides a range of services with varying levels of cover. Here's a general overview of what's covered and what's not:
Standard Post
- Royal Mail's standard post service, also known as "1st Class" or "2nd Class", typically covers items up to £20-£50 in value.
- If you're sending a valuable item, you may want to consider using a tracked or signed-for service, which provides additional cover.
Tracked Services
- Royal Mail's tracked services, such as Tracked 24, Tracked 48, and International Tracked, provide cover up to £500-£2,500 in value, depending on the service chosen.
- These services also provide tracking and signature on delivery, which can help resolve any issues that may arise.
Signed-For Services
- Royal Mail's signed-for services, such as Signed For 1st Class and Signed For 2nd Class, provide cover up to £500-£2,500 in value, depending on the service chosen.
- These services require a signature upon delivery, which can help prevent loss or theft.
Special Delivery
- Royal Mail's Special Delivery service provides cover up to £2,500 in value and requires a signature upon delivery.
- This service is typically used for high-value or important items, such as jewelry, electronics, or important documents.
International Services
- Royal Mail's international services, such as International Tracked and International Signed, provide cover up to £500-£2,500 in value, depending on the service chosen.
- These services also provide tracking and signature on delivery, which can help resolve any issues that may arise.
What's Not Covered
- Royal Mail's standard post service does not provide cover for items lost or damaged in transit.
- If you're sending a valuable item, you may want to consider using a tracked or signed-for service, which provides additional cover.
- Some items, such as cash, precious metals, or negotiable instruments, may not be covered by Royal Mail's standard services.
It's always a good idea to check the specific terms and conditions of the service you're using, as well as the value of the item you're sending, to ensure you have adequate cover.