Royal mail overseas shipping

Royal Mail offers a range of overseas shipping services to help you send your items to destinations around the world. Here are some of the services they offer:

1. Airmail: This is a cost-effective option for sending lightweight items, such as letters, postcards, and small packets, to destinations worldwide.
2. International Signed: This service provides a tracking number and signature on delivery, giving you peace of mind that your item has arrived safely.
3. International Tracked: This service provides real-time tracking updates and a signature on delivery, giving you greater control over your item's journey.
4. International Tracked & Signed: This service combines the benefits of International Tracked and International Signed, providing both tracking updates and a signature on delivery.
5. International Parcel: This service is designed for larger, heavier items, such as gifts, packages, and parcels, and offers a range of delivery options, including tracked and signed services.
6. International Economy: This service is a cost-effective option for sending items to destinations worldwide, with a longer delivery time (typically 10-20 working days).
7. International Priority: This service offers fast and reliable delivery to destinations worldwide, with a delivery time of typically 2-5 working days.

Pricing and Delivery Times

The cost of Royal Mail's overseas shipping services varies depending on the service chosen, the weight and size of the item, and the destination. Here are some approximate delivery times and prices for Royal Mail's overseas shipping services:

• Airmail: 5-10 working days, £1.35-£2.50 (approx.)
• International Signed: 5-10 working days, £3.50-£6.50 (approx.)
• International Tracked: 3-7 working days, £5.50-£10.50 (approx.)
• International Tracked & Signed: 3-7 working days, £7.50-£14.50 (approx.)
• International Parcel: 5-20 working days, £10.50-£30.50 (approx.)
• International Economy: 10-20 working days, £5.50-£15.50 (approx.)
• International Priority: 2-5 working days, £15.50-£35.50 (approx.)

Additional Services

Royal Mail also offers a range of additional services to enhance your overseas shipping experience, including:

• Insurance: You can purchase insurance to cover your item against loss or damage.
• Customs Forms: Royal Mail can provide customs forms for you to complete, which are required for sending items to certain destinations.
• Special Handling: Royal Mail can provide special handling for items that require extra care, such as fragile or high-value items.

Tracking and Delivery

Royal Mail provides tracking updates for many of its overseas shipping services, allowing you to monitor the progress of your item as it travels to its destination. You can track your item online or through the Royal Mail app.

Restrictions and Prohibitions

Royal Mail has certain restrictions and prohibitions on what can be sent overseas, including items that are prohibited by law or may cause harm to people or the environment. You should check the Royal Mail website for more information on what can and cannot be sent overseas.