Last date for posting royal mail
The last date for posting Royal Mail depends on the destination and the type of mail being sent. Here are some general guidelines:
Standard Post
- For UK destinations: 1pm on the next working day (Monday to Saturday)
- For European destinations: 1pm on the second working day (Monday to Friday)
- For Rest of the World destinations: 1pm on the third working day (Monday to Friday)
1st Class Post
- For UK destinations: 1pm on the next working day (Monday to Saturday)
- For European destinations: 1pm on the second working day (Monday to Friday)
- For Rest of the World destinations: 1pm on the third working day (Monday to Friday)
Special Delivery
- For UK destinations: 1pm on the next working day (Monday to Saturday)
- For European destinations: 1pm on the second working day (Monday to Friday)
- For Rest of the World destinations: 1pm on the third working day (Monday to Friday)
International Tracked & Signed
- For European destinations: 1pm on the second working day (Monday to Friday)
- For Rest of the World destinations: 1pm on the third working day (Monday to Friday)
International Signed
- For European destinations: 1pm on the second working day (Monday to Friday)
- For Rest of the World destinations: 1pm on the third working day (Monday to Friday)
Please note that these are general guidelines and may vary depending on the specific service and destination. It's always best to check with Royal Mail or the Royal Mail website for the most up-to-date information.
Additionally, Royal Mail has specific deadlines for certain types of mail, such as:
- Christmas cards: 18th December for UK destinations, 20th December for European destinations, and 22nd December for Rest of the World destinations.
- Valentine's Day cards: 7th February for UK destinations, 9th February for European destinations, and 11th February for Rest of the World destinations.
It's always a good idea to check the Royal Mail website or contact your local post office for the most accurate information on posting deadlines.