Royal mail redirection in special circumstances

Royal Mail offers redirection services in special circumstances, such as:

Moving abroad: If you're moving to a new country, you can redirect your mail to your new address. This service is available for up to 12 months.
Long-term illness or disability: If you're unable to receive mail at your current address due to a long-term illness or disability, you can apply for a redirection service to receive your mail at a different address.
Military service: If you're serving in the military, you can redirect your mail to a different address while you're away.
Student or work placement: If you're a student or on a work placement, you can redirect your mail to a different address for a short period.
Divorce or separation: If you're going through a divorce or separation, you can redirect your mail to a different address to avoid any potential conflicts.
Death or bereavement: If someone has passed away, you can redirect their mail to a different address to help with the administration of their estate.
Business relocation: If your business is relocating, you can redirect your mail to the new address.

To apply for a Royal Mail redirection in special circumstances, you'll need to provide proof of your circumstances, such as:

A letter from your doctor or medical professional (for long-term illness or disability)
A military ID or deployment order (for military service)
A letter from your university or employer (for student or work placement)
A court order or divorce decree (for divorce or separation)
A death certificate or probate documents (for death or bereavement)
A business registration or lease agreement (for business relocation)

You can apply for a Royal Mail redirection online or by visiting a local post office. The application process typically involves:

Once your application is approved, Royal Mail will redirect your mail to the new address for the specified period.