Royal mail parcels abroad

Royal Mail offers a range of parcel services for sending items abroad. Here are some of the key services and details:

International Standard

• Delivery time: 3-7 working days to Europe, 6-14 working days to rest of the world
• Tracking: Yes
• Insurance: Up to £20
• Price: From £6.95 for a 100g parcel to Europe, £8.95 for a 100g parcel to rest of the world

International Tracked

• Delivery time: 3-7 working days to Europe, 6-14 working days to rest of the world
• Tracking: Yes
• Insurance: Up to £50
• Price: From £10.95 for a 100g parcel to Europe, £12.95 for a 100g parcel to rest of the world

International Signed

• Delivery time: 3-7 working days to Europe, 6-14 working days to rest of the world
• Tracking: Yes
• Signature on delivery: Yes
• Insurance: Up to £50
• Price: From £12.95 for a 100g parcel to Europe, £14.95 for a 100g parcel to rest of the world

International Tracked & Signed

• Delivery time: 3-7 working days to Europe, 6-14 working days to rest of the world
• Tracking: Yes
• Signature on delivery: Yes
• Insurance: Up to £50
• Price: From £15.95 for a 100g parcel to Europe, £17.95 for a 100g parcel to rest of the world

Special Services

• International Courier: Fast and secure delivery to over 200 countries worldwide. Delivery time: 1-3 working days.
• International Economy: Cost-effective delivery to over 200 countries worldwide. Delivery time: 6-14 working days.
• International Airmail: Fast and reliable delivery to over 200 countries worldwide. Delivery time: 3-7 working days.

Additional Services

• Extra Cover: Additional insurance cover up to £2,500
• Special Handling: Additional care and handling for fragile or valuable items
• Signature on Delivery: Request a signature on delivery for added security

Weight and Size Limits

• Maximum weight: 20kg
• Maximum length: 1.5m
• Maximum width: 1.5m
• Maximum height: 1.5m

Prohibited Items

• Certain items are prohibited or restricted from being sent internationally, including:
  • Perishable goods
  • Live animals
  • Hazardous materials
  • Certain types of food and drink
  • Certain types of plant and animal products

It's always a good idea to check the Royal Mail website for the most up-to-date information on international parcel services and restrictions.