Royal mail tracked parcels
Royal Mail Tracked Parcels are a type of parcel service offered by Royal Mail, the UK's postal service. Here are some key features and benefits:
What is Royal Mail Tracked?
Royal Mail Tracked is a parcel service that allows you to track your parcel's journey from dispatch to delivery. This service is available for both domestic and international parcels.
Benefits:
- Tracking: You can track your parcel's progress online, receiving updates on its location and estimated delivery date.
- Signature on delivery: The recipient must sign for the parcel upon delivery, providing proof of delivery.
- Insurance: Royal Mail Tracked Parcels are insured against loss or damage, up to a certain value (see below).
- Delivery updates: You'll receive email updates on the parcel's progress, including when it's been dispatched, in transit, and delivered.
Types of Royal Mail Tracked Parcels:
- Royal Mail Tracked 24: Guaranteed next-day delivery by 6 pm, with tracking and signature on delivery.
- Royal Mail Tracked 48: Guaranteed two-day delivery, with tracking and signature on delivery.
- Royal Mail Tracked International: International tracked parcel service, with delivery to over 200 countries worldwide.
Insurance:
Royal Mail Tracked Parcels are insured against loss or damage, up to the following values:
- Royal Mail Tracked 24: £50
- Royal Mail Tracked 48: £50
- Royal Mail Tracked International: £20 (for parcels up to 2 kg), £50 (for parcels up to 10 kg)
Pricing:
The cost of Royal Mail Tracked Parcels varies depending on the service, parcel weight, and destination. You can check the prices on the Royal Mail website.
How to send a Royal Mail Tracked Parcel:
To send a Royal Mail Tracked Parcel, you can:
- Visit a Royal Mail Post Office branch
- Use the Royal Mail website to print a label and send your parcel
- Use a Royal Mail Collect+ drop-off point
Remember to attach the correct postage and any required customs forms (for international parcels) before sending your parcel.