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UK Standard delivery
1st Class
2nd Class
1st and 2nd Class prices
You’ll find 1st and 2nd Class prices for different letter and parcel sizes in the drop-down menus below.
For any items over 2kg in weight, the cheapest way to send a parcel is via a Parcelforce Worldwide service. Online delivery confirmation is available for 1st Class and 2nd Class small and medium parcels when you post at a Post Office branch*.
You can confirm when your parcel’s been delivered or attempted to be delivered here. Online delivery confirmation is not a tracked service. You can’t track your parcel through Royal Mail’s network, but can check online to confirm it’s been delivered.
*Online delivery confirmation is not available to the Channel Islands, the Isle of Man or the BFPO.
Letters and large letters
You can send a letter up to 100g from just 61p.
| Format and max measurements |
Max Weight | 1st Class | 2nd Class |
|---|---|---|---|
|
Letter 24 cm long |
100g | 70p | 61p |
|
Large letters 35.3cm long |
100g | £1.06 | 83p |
| 250g | £1.50 | £1.32 | |
| 500g | £1.97 | £1.72 | |
| 750g | £2.72 | £2.33 |
Small parcels
You can send a small parcel up to 2kg cost from just £3.00
| Format and max measurements |
Max Weight | 1st Class | 2nd Class |
|---|---|---|---|
|
Small parcel 45cm long |
1kg | £3.55 | £3.00 |
| 2kg | £5.50 | £3.00 |
Medium parcels
You can send a medium parcel up to 20kg from just £5.10.
| Format and max measurements |
Max Weight | 1st Class | 2nd Class |
|---|---|---|---|
|
Medium parcel 61cm long |
1kg | £5.80 | £5.10 |
| 2kg | £8.95 | £5.10 | |
| 5kg | £15.85 | £13.75 | |
| 10kg | £21.90 | £20.25 | |
| 20kg | £33.40 | £28.55 |
Large parcels
If your parcel’s over the size or weight of a medium parcel, you'll need to send it via Parcelforce Worldwide (up to a maximum of 30kg and maximum size of 2.5m and 5m length and girth combined).
Find out more about this service
Posting tubes and cylinders
Not everything fits neatly in a box. So we’ve slightly different rules for different-shaped parcels.
For rolled and cylinder-shaped items, the length of the item plus twice the diameter must not exceed 104cm. The greatest dimension should be no more than 90cm.
Here’s how to find out if it’s the right size:
- Measure the length of the parcel
- Measure the flat end of the parcel and double it
- Add all those measurements together
If it all adds up to less than 104cm and weighs under 20kg, you should be able to post your parcel as a medium parcel. And take advantage of cheap parcel delivery.
Send parcels from a local Post Office
Royal Mail Special Delivery Guaranteed®
Need it there the next day? Sending valuable items? Want your item tracked? Use Royal Mail Special Delivery Guaranteed®.
Track and Trace
Use your reference number to check your item has arrived safely, or check your item’s progress if you have bought a service with end-to-end tracking.
HM Forces Special Delivery Guaranteed
Send something important to a loved one in the Armed Forces. Enjoy the added security that comes with a signature. Available at all Post Office branches.
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Some common questions
How long does a UK Standard delivery take?
The delivery aim for 1st Class items is the next working day. For 2nd Class items it’s within 2-3 working days. Includes Saturdays.
How heavy can a parcel be if I’m sending in the UK?
Up to 20kg for items sent via Royal Mail and up to 30kg for items sent via Parcelforce Worldwide.
Is there a size limit on parcels?
Yes, pricing is based on both weight and size. Small parcels not exceeding: Length: 45cm Width: 35cm Depth: 16cm Weight limit: 2kg Medium parcels not exceeding: Length: 61cm Width: 46cm Depth: 46cm Weight limit: 20kg Large Parcels not exceeding: 2.5m length and 5m length and girth combined. Weight limit: 30kg Only available on Parcelforce Worldwide services.