Royal mail sending parcels abroad
Royal Mail offers a range of services for sending parcels abroad, including:
- International Tracked & Signed: This service provides tracking and signature on delivery for parcels up to 30kg. It's available to over 240 destinations worldwide.
- International Signed: This service provides a signature on delivery for parcels up to 30kg. It's available to over 240 destinations worldwide.
- International Standard: This service provides a cost-effective way to send parcels up to 2kg to over 160 destinations worldwide. It's not trackable, but it's a good option for smaller, lighter items.
- International Economy: This service provides a cost-effective way to send parcels up to 20kg to over 160 destinations worldwide. It's not trackable, but it's a good option for larger, heavier items.
- International Priority: This service provides fast and reliable delivery of parcels up to 30kg to over 240 destinations worldwide. It's trackable and provides a signature on delivery.
Pricing and Delivery Times
The cost of sending a parcel abroad with Royal Mail depends on the service you choose, the weight and size of the parcel, and the destination. Here are some approximate delivery times and prices for each service:
- International Tracked & Signed: 3-7 working days to Europe, 6-14 working days to rest of world. Prices start from £8.50 for a 100g parcel to Europe.
- International Signed: 5-10 working days to Europe, 10-21 working days to rest of world. Prices start from £6.50 for a 100g parcel to Europe.
- International Standard: 10-20 working days to Europe, 20-30 working days to rest of world. Prices start from £4.50 for a 100g parcel to Europe.
- International Economy: 20-30 working days to Europe, 30-40 working days to rest of world. Prices start from £3.50 for a 100g parcel to Europe.
- International Priority: 2-5 working days to Europe, 4-7 working days to rest of world. Prices start from £15.50 for a 100g parcel to Europe.
Additional Services
Royal Mail offers several additional services to help you track and manage your international parcels:
- Track and Sign: This service provides tracking and a signature on delivery for an additional £2.50.
- Delivery Confirmation: This service provides confirmation of delivery for an additional £1.50.
- Return Service: This service allows you to send a parcel back to the UK for an additional £5.50.
Restrictions and Prohibitions
There are certain restrictions and prohibitions on sending parcels abroad with Royal Mail, including:
- Prohibited items: Certain items are prohibited from being sent abroad, including hazardous materials, live animals, and certain types of food.
- Restricted items: Certain items are restricted from being sent abroad, including certain types of plant material, soil, and certain types of food.
- Size and weight restrictions: There are size and weight restrictions for parcels sent abroad, including a maximum weight of 30kg and a maximum length of 1.5m.
It's always a good idea to check the Royal Mail website for the latest information on sending parcels abroad, including any restrictions or prohibitions that may apply.