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Post Office® Mailing guide

Useful information about sending mail

Pick your postage

Sending options to suit you

Send letters and parcels around the UK – delivery options to suit you

  • choose the right mailing option
  • see prices at a glance
  • compare UK delivery times
Compare options
Sending options to suit you
A good starting point

Weight and size guide

  • letter or Large Letter? Packet or Parcel?
  • send according to size
  • maximum weight limits
Read the weight and size guide
Send it safely

Wrapping and packaging

  • protecting your items
  • avoid breakages
  • perfect packing tips
Take a look at packing tips now
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Delivery exceptions

  • difficult to reach addresses
  • requesting alternative delivery
  • how to appeal
Your guide to delivery exceptions

Price finder

Are you posting a letter or parcel?  Find out the price and print out postage right here.

Online postage

Print postage from your PC or Mac

Branch finder

Find your nearest Post Office® branch - search by postcode or for the service you require

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