Trace parcel royal mail

To trace a parcel with Royal Mail, you can follow these steps:

Online Tracking

1. Go to the Royal Mail website: www.royalmail.com
2. Click on "Track a parcel" at the top of the page.
3. Enter your parcel's tracking number (also known as a barcode) in the box provided.
4. Click "Track" to view the latest updates on your parcel's journey.

Tracking Number Formats

Royal Mail uses different tracking number formats depending on the service used:

• For parcels sent using Royal Mail 1st Class, 2nd Class, and Special Delivery Guaranteed, the tracking number is usually 13 digits long and starts with "RW" or "RX".
• For parcels sent using Royal Mail International Tracked, the tracking number is usually 13 digits long and starts with "IM" or "IR".
• For parcels sent using Royal Mail Signed For, the tracking number is usually 13 digits long and starts with "SF" or "SG".

Alternative Tracking Methods

If you don't have your tracking number, you can try the following:

• Contact Royal Mail Customer Service: You can call Royal Mail's customer service team on 03457 740 740 (Monday to Friday, 8am to 6pm) or email them at [email protected] to request your tracking number.
• Check your email: If you provided an email address when sending the parcel, you may have received an email with your tracking number.
• Check your receipt: If you have your receipt, it may have your tracking number printed on it.

Tracking Updates

Royal Mail updates tracking information in real-time, so you can expect to see updates on your parcel's journey as it moves through the postal network. You can also set up email updates to receive notifications when your parcel is scanned at a Royal Mail sorting office.

Remember to keep your tracking number safe and secure, as you'll need it to track your parcel's progress.