Royal mail send recorded delivery

Royal Mail's Recorded Delivery service is a popular option for sending items that require proof of delivery and compensation up to £40 if the item is lost or damaged.

Here are the key features of Royal Mail's Recorded Delivery service:

Benefits:

  1. Proof of delivery: The recipient must sign for the item upon delivery, providing proof of delivery.
  2. Compensation: If the item is lost or damaged, the sender can claim compensation up to £40.
  3. Tracking: The item can be tracked online, allowing the sender to monitor its progress.
  4. Signature on delivery: The recipient must sign for the item upon delivery, providing proof of delivery.

How it works:

  1. Send the item: Send the item to the recipient using Royal Mail's Recorded Delivery service.
  2. Pay the fee: Pay the fee for the service, which is currently £3.95 for items up to 100g and £5.95 for items over 100g.
  3. Track the item: Track the item online to monitor its progress.
  4. Delivery: The item is delivered to the recipient, who must sign for it upon delivery.
  5. Proof of delivery: The recipient's signature serves as proof of delivery.

Important notes:

  1. Compensation limit: The compensation limit is £40, so if the item is lost or damaged, the sender can claim up to £40.
  2. Proof of value: The sender must provide proof of the item's value if they wish to claim compensation.
  3. Delivery times: Delivery times for Recorded Delivery are typically 1-3 working days for UK destinations and 3-5 working days for international destinations.
  4. Additional services: Additional services, such as Saturday delivery or special delivery, may be available at an extra cost.

Overall, Royal Mail's Recorded Delivery service provides a reliable and secure way to send items that require proof of delivery and compensation up to £40 if the item is lost or damaged.