Royal mail redelivery to new address
If you need to arrange a redelivery of a parcel from Royal Mail to a new address, you can follow these steps:
Online Redelivery
- Go to the Royal Mail website (www.royalmail.com) and click on "Track a parcel" at the top of the page.
- Enter your tracking number or the recipient's postcode to find your parcel.
- Click on "Redeliver" next to the parcel you want to redeliver.
- Enter the new delivery address and any special instructions (e.g. "Leave with neighbour").
- Click "Redeliver" to confirm the new address.
Phone Redelivery
- Call Royal Mail's customer service number: 03457 740 740 (Monday to Friday, 8am to 6pm).
- Provide your tracking number and the new delivery address.
- Follow the instructions provided by the customer service representative to arrange the redelivery.
In-Store Redelivery
- Take your parcel to your local Royal Mail Post Office branch.
- Show the parcel and your tracking number to the staff.
- Ask them to arrange a redelivery to the new address.
- Provide the new delivery address and any special instructions (e.g. "Leave with neighbour").
Redelivery Fees
Please note that there may be a fee for redelivery, depending on the circumstances. Royal Mail may charge a fee for redelivery if:
- The parcel is being redelivered to a different address due to an error on your part.
- The parcel is being redelivered due to a failed delivery attempt.
- The parcel is being redelivered due to a change of address.
The redelivery fee is typically £2.50 for standard redelivery and £5.00 for special delivery redelivery.
Tips
- Make sure to provide the correct new address and any special instructions to ensure successful redelivery.
- If you're unable to receive the parcel at the new address, you may need to arrange an alternative delivery method, such as collection from a Post Office branch.
- If you're experiencing issues with redelivery, you can contact Royal Mail's customer service team for assistance.