Royal mail.international postage

Royal Mail offers various international postage services to help you send your mail and packages to destinations around the world. Here are some of the most popular options:

  1. International Standard: This is a cost-effective option for sending letters, postcards, and lightweight packets up to 2kg to over 200 countries and territories. Delivery times vary from 3-7 working days.
  2. International Tracked & Signed: This service provides tracking and signature on delivery for items up to 2kg. It's ideal for valuable or important items. Delivery times vary from 3-7 working days.
  3. International Signed: This service provides a signature on delivery for items up to 2kg. It's a good option for items that don't require tracking. Delivery times vary from 3-7 working days.
  4. International Tracked: This service provides tracking for items up to 30kg. It's ideal for larger or heavier items. Delivery times vary from 3-7 working days.
  5. International Economy: This service is a cost-effective option for sending items up to 2kg to over 100 countries and territories. Delivery times vary from 10-20 working days.
  6. International Airmail: This service is a cost-effective option for sending items up to 2kg to over 200 countries and territories. Delivery times vary from 5-10 working days.
  7. Special Delivery Worldwide: This service provides tracking, signature on delivery, and compensation up to £500 for items up to 2kg. It's ideal for valuable or important items. Delivery times vary from 1-3 working days.

International Postage Rates

The cost of international postage depends on the weight, size, and destination of your item. You can use Royal Mail's online postage calculator to get an estimate of the cost.

International Postage Sizes and Weights

Here are the maximum sizes and weights for each international postage service:

International Postage Restrictions

There are certain items that cannot be sent internationally, including:

It's always a good idea to check with Royal Mail or the destination country's postal service for specific restrictions and regulations before sending your item.