Royal mail christmas deliveries 2023

Royal Mail has announced its Christmas delivery deadlines for 2023. Here are the key dates to keep in mind:

First Class Mail

• Last posting dates for guaranteed Christmas delivery:
  • 18th December 2023 for UK destinations
  • 12th December 2023 for European destinations
  • 11th December 2023 for Rest of the World destinations
• Estimated delivery times:
  • UK: 1-3 working days
  • European destinations: 3-5 working days
  • Rest of the World: 5-7 working days

Second Class Mail

• Last posting dates for guaranteed Christmas delivery:
  • 20th December 2023 for UK destinations
  • 14th December 2023 for European destinations
  • 13th December 2023 for Rest of the World destinations
• Estimated delivery times:
  • UK: 3-5 working days
  • European destinations: 5-7 working days
  • Rest of the World: 7-10 working days

Special Delivery

• Last posting dates for guaranteed Christmas delivery:
  • 20th December 2023 for UK destinations
  • 14th December 2023 for European destinations
  • 13th December 2023 for Rest of the World destinations
• Estimated delivery times:
  • UK: 1 working day
  • European destinations: 2 working days
  • Rest of the World: 3-5 working days

International Tracked & Signed

• Last posting dates for guaranteed Christmas delivery:
  • 14th December 2023 for European destinations
  • 13th December 2023 for Rest of the World destinations
• Estimated delivery times:
  • European destinations: 3-5 working days
  • Rest of the World: 5-7 working days

Please note that these dates are subject to change and may be affected by unforeseen circumstances, such as severe weather or high volumes of mail. It's always a good idea to check the Royal Mail website for the latest information and to plan ahead to ensure your gifts arrive on time.