Send parcel to portugal royal mail
To send a parcel to Portugal using Royal Mail, you can follow these steps:
Step 1: Check the parcel's dimensions and weight
- Measure the length, width, and height of your parcel in centimeters.
- Calculate the weight of your parcel in kilograms.
Step 2: Choose the right service
- Royal Mail offers several services for sending parcels to Portugal, including:
- Airmail: a cost-effective option for smaller parcels (up to 2kg).
- International Signed: a tracked and signed-for service for parcels up to 30kg.
- International Tracked: a tracked service for parcels up to 30kg.
- International Tracked & Signed: a tracked and signed-for service for parcels up to 30kg.
Step 3: Calculate the cost
- Use Royal Mail's online calculator or visit a post office to get an estimate of the cost.
- The cost will depend on the service you choose, the parcel's weight and dimensions, and the destination.
Step 4: Prepare your parcel
- Make sure your parcel is properly packaged and sealed.
- Attach the correct customs form (CN23) to the outside of the parcel.
- Fill in the recipient's address in the correct format (see below).
Step 5: Send your parcel
- Take your parcel to a Royal Mail post office or use a Royal Mail Collect+ drop-off point.
- Give the parcel to the post office staff, who will weigh and measure it, and attach the correct postage.
- Keep a record of your parcel's tracking number, which will be provided by the post office staff.
Recipient's address format
- Use the following format for the recipient's address:
- Name
- Address
- Postal Code
- City
- Country (Portugal)
Example: John Smith Rua da Liberdade 12 1200-123 Lisbon Portugal
Additional tips
- Make sure to check the customs regulations for Portugal before sending your parcel.
- Consider purchasing insurance for your parcel, especially if it contains valuable or fragile items.
- Keep in mind that delivery times may vary depending on the service you choose and the destination.