Royal mail work out postage
Royal Mail provides a postage calculator on their website to help you determine the cost of sending a letter or parcel. Here's a step-by-step guide to help you work out the postage:
For Letters:
- Go to the Royal Mail website (www.royalmail.com) and click on "Calculate Postage" at the top of the page.
- Select "Letters" as the item type.
- Enter the weight of the letter in grams (g) or ounces (oz).
- Enter the size of the letter (A4, A5, C5, etc.).
- Choose the destination country or postcode.
- Select the postage service you want to use (1st Class, 2nd Class, etc.).
- Click "Calculate" to get the postage cost.
For Parcels:
- Go to the Royal Mail website (www.royalmail.com) and click on "Calculate Postage" at the top of the page.
- Select "Parcels" as the item type.
- Enter the weight of the parcel in kilograms (kg) or pounds (lb).
- Enter the dimensions of the parcel (length, width, and height).
- Choose the destination country or postcode.
- Select the postage service you want to use (Parcelforce, 24/48, etc.).
- Click "Calculate" to get the postage cost.
Additional Tips:
- Make sure to check the Royal Mail website for any special services or surcharges that may apply to your item, such as insurance, tracking, or signature on delivery.
- If you're sending a large or heavy item, you may need to use a different postage service or consult with a Royal Mail representative.
- You can also use the Royal Mail app or visit a local post office to calculate postage.
Remember to always check the Royal Mail website for the most up-to-date postage rates and services.