Royal mail expected delivery times
Royal Mail provides estimated delivery times for its services, which may vary depending on the destination and service chosen. Here are some general expected delivery times for Royal Mail services:
Royal Mail 1st Class
- Within the UK: 1-3 working days
- To Europe: 3-5 working days
- To Rest of the World: 5-7 working days
Royal Mail 2nd Class
- Within the UK: 3-5 working days
- To Europe: 5-7 working days
- To Rest of the World: 7-10 working days
Royal Mail Special Delivery
- Within the UK: 1 working day (before 1pm) or 2 working days (before 9am)
- To Europe: 2-3 working days
- To Rest of the World: 3-5 working days
Royal Mail International Tracked
- To Europe: 3-5 working days
- To Rest of the World: 5-7 working days
Royal Mail International Signed
- To Europe: 5-7 working days
- To Rest of the World: 7-10 working days
Royal Mail International Economy
- To Europe: 10-15 working days
- To Rest of the World: 15-20 working days
Please note that these are estimated delivery times and may vary due to various factors, such as:
- Weather conditions
- High volumes of mail
- Customs clearance
- Delivery to remote or hard-to-reach areas
It's also important to note that Royal Mail may require additional time to deliver items to certain destinations, such as:
- Islands or remote areas
- Countries with strict customs regulations
- Areas affected by natural disasters or other disruptions
You can track your Royal Mail parcel and check the estimated delivery time on the Royal Mail website or through the Royal Mail app.