How to post with royal mail

To post with Royal Mail, you'll need to follow these steps:

Step 1: Prepare Your Item

• Make sure your item is properly packaged and sealed.
• Attach the correct postage to your item. You can use stamps, a postage label, or a franking machine.
• Ensure your item is addressed correctly, including the recipient's name, address, and postcode.

Step 2: Choose Your Service

• Royal Mail offers various services, including:
  • 1st Class Mail: Fast and reliable delivery within 1-3 working days.
  • 2nd Class Mail: Economical and reliable delivery within 3-5 working days.
  • Special Delivery: Guaranteed next-day delivery by 1pm or 9am.
  • International Mail: Delivery to over 200 countries worldwide.
• Choose the service that best suits your needs and budget.

Step 3: Weigh and Measure Your Item

• Weigh your item using a postal scale or a kitchen scale.
• Measure the length, width, and height of your item to determine its size.

Step 4: Calculate the Postage

• Use Royal Mail's online postage calculator or consult a postal guide to calculate the correct postage for your item.
• Make sure to include any additional fees, such as insurance or signature on delivery.

Step 5: Attach the Postage

• Apply the correct postage to your item using stamps, a postage label, or a franking machine.
• Ensure the postage is securely attached and won't come off during transit.

Step 6: Hand Over Your Item

• Take your item to a Royal Mail post office or a postbox.
• Give the item to the post office staff or deposit it in the postbox.
• Keep a record of your item's tracking number, if applicable.

Additional Tips

• Make sure to check the Royal Mail website for any specific requirements or restrictions for your item, such as prohibited items or special handling.
• Consider purchasing postage online or using a postal app to streamline the process.
• Keep your item's tracking number handy in case you need to track its progress or report any issues.

By following these steps, you'll be able to post your item with Royal Mail efficiently and effectively.