What is the last posting date for Christmas?
Allow plenty of time for posting.
| Friday 17 December | Royal Mail Bulk Mail Economy |
|---|---|
| Tuesday 21 December | 1st Class 1st Class Signed For Royal Mail 24® Royal Mail Tracked 48®** |
| Wednesday 22 December | Royal Mail Tracked 24®** |
| Thursday 23 December | Special Delivery Guaranteed® |
How long does it take to post a parcel in UK?
If you’re sending a parcel in the UK, Parcelforce could deliver in 1-2 working days or the next working day, depending on the service you book. For more precise parcel delivery times, you could book a priority service, which offers delivery before 9 am, before 10 am or before 12 pm.
What is the last date to send parcels in UK for Christmas?
Sending to UK addresses
| Service | Last recommended posting date |
|---|---|
| Royal Mail 2nd Class & 2nd Class Signed For | Saturday 18 December |
| Royal Mail 1st Class & 1st Class Signed For, | Tuesday 21 December |
| Parcelforce Worldwide express48, express48large** | Wednesday 22 December |
What is the last date for posting to UK?
This year, the last day for posting a 2nd Class delivery in the UK is Saturday 18th December. For first class mail in the UK, it’s Tuesday 21st December. Most of the final dates for posting International Economy have already passed but you still have time for an International Standard delivery if you are quick..
Is there post on 24th December?
Royal Mail will still deliver post as normal today, Christmas Eve (December 24, 2020) – meaning there is one more chance you will receive something special in the post.
What is the last date for 2nd class Christmas post?
18 December
Royal Mail – last posting dates for Christmas 2nd Class – last recommended date Saturday 18 December.
How long do Royal Mail keep parcels?
18 days
18 days. We hold items for 18 calendar days before returning them to their sender, so any Redelivery date must be within 18 calendar days of the first delivery attempt. 48 working hours notice is required for a Redelivery.
How long will my package take?
How Long Will It Take for My Package To Arrive—USPS
| Service Type | Ship Time |
|---|---|
| Priority Mail | Between one and three days |
| First-Class Mail | Within three days |
| First-Class Package Service | Between one and three days |
| USPS Retail Ground | Between two and eight days |
What is the last day for 2nd class Christmas post?
2nd Class Signed For – last recommended date Saturday 18 December.
Is there post on 28th December?
We deliver and collect your mail on most days of the year, including Saturdays….Service update – public holidays.
| Date | Holiday | |
|---|---|---|
| Monday 27 December | Due to Christmas Day on Saturday | No collections or deliveries |
| Tuesday 28 December | Due to Boxing Day on Sunday | No collections or deliveries |
Is there post on the 29th December?
Normal Royal Mail services will resume on Tuesday 29 December this year, due to Boxing Day falling on a Saturday, meaning that the Bank Holiday rolls over to Monday 28 December. This means there will be no Royal Mail deliveries on Christmas Day, Boxing Day, Sunday 27 December or Monday 28 December.
Is there any post on the 29th of December?
When can I next expect post after Christmas Eve? Normal Royal Mail services will resume on Tuesday, December 29, 2020, due to Boxing Day falling on a Saturday. As such there will be no Royal Mail deliveries on Christmas Day, Boxing Day, Sunday, December 27 or Monday, December 28.
Do you have to post Christmas parcels early?
Beat the festive rush and get all your letters and parcels in the post on time. Allow plenty of time for posting. Please post items and gifts for Christmas early, particularly for International deliveries.
Is the Royal Mail tracked 24 available at post office?
Ongoing Covid restrictions, reduced air and freight capacity, high volumes and winter weather conditions are all impacting transportation and local delivery across the globe ** Royal Mail Tracked 24 ® and Royal Mail Tracked 48 ® are not available to purchase at Post Office ® branches.
When do I Drop my parcel off at Parcelforce?
Drop your parcel off at a Parcelforce Worldwide depot. If you’ve left it late to send your parcel, you’ll be pleased to know that our depots will be accepting next-day deliveries in time for Christmas right up until 7pm on December 23rd.
Where do I Drop my parcels off for Christmas?
You’ll save a couple of quid too. Drop your parcel off at a Parcelforce Worldwide depot. If you’ve left it late to send your parcel, you’ll be pleased to know that our depots will be accepting next-day deliveries in time for Christmas right up until 7pm on December 23rd.