Royal mail cut off time christmas
Royal Mail's cut-off times for Christmas deliveries vary depending on the service you choose and the destination. Here are the cut-off times for Royal Mail's services:
Royal Mail 1st Class
- For delivery on Christmas Day (December 25th): 18:00 on December 23rd
- For delivery on December 24th (Christmas Eve): 18:00 on December 23rd
- For delivery on December 27th: 18:00 on December 24th
Royal Mail 2nd Class
- For delivery on Christmas Day (December 25th): 18:00 on December 20th
- For delivery on December 24th (Christmas Eve): 18:00 on December 20th
- For delivery on December 27th: 18:00 on December 24th
Special Delivery Guaranteed
- For delivery on Christmas Day (December 25th): 12:00 on December 23rd
- For delivery on December 24th (Christmas Eve): 12:00 on December 23rd
- For delivery on December 27th: 12:00 on December 24th
International Services
- For delivery to Europe: 18:00 on December 20th
- For delivery to Rest of the World: 18:00 on December 13th
Please note that these cut-off times are subject to change, and Royal Mail may extend or adjust them depending on the volume of mail and other factors. It's always a good idea to check with Royal Mail or your local post office for the latest information.
Additionally, Royal Mail recommends sending your Christmas cards and gifts as early as possible to ensure they arrive on time. You can also use Royal Mail's online tracking service to monitor the progress of your items.