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
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Sending options to suit you
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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

Restricted and prohibited goods

  • A-Z of prohibited goods
  • take responsibility for your mail
More about restricted and prohitibed goods
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Delivery exceptions

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

More Mailing guide options

Find out more about overseas mail
Find out about Post Office® Special Delivery™

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