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Whenever sending letters or parcels abroad there’s always the worry they won’t find their way to the recipient. There is also the complication of knowing what can and can’t be sent to certain nations around the world.

Australia and the USA in particular have notoriously strict regulations governing what can be sent by mail. However, they’re not alone, with countries such as South Africa and India’s post being monitored.

For this very reason it’s vital when sending international parcels you clearly state the contents, so Post and Packing can help get your parcel from A to B with little hassle. The last thing you want is to send an illegal product or incur duty charges, so with Post and Packing you can enjoy a trouble-free delivery.

Sending fragile international parcels

Remember, your parcel will be travelling thousands of miles to reach its intended destination. As such, you should take as much time as possible packaging the parcel to ensure it’ll arrive safely and with no damages.
Any fragile products should be tightly wrapped and boxed to prevent breakages. Not only will Post and Packing send your parcels internationally, but also package the product to our excellent standards as required.

Tips for sending international parcels

If you’re planning to send mail or parcels abroad, follow our tips below to ensure your post arrives safely:

1. Write the full address clearly and the destination country in capitals. Also double check the postcode/zip code.
2. Include your UK return address in the event your mail can’t be delivered. Otherwise it’ll become lost in transit.
3. Avoid posting cash. A personal cheque or postal order is much safer.
4. Ensure you pay the right fee for sending mail to that country. This will prevent any delays in delivery.
5. Find out any mail restrictions imposed by the destination country to avoid sending illegal mail.
6. When sending mail to countries outside of the EU, you must complete a customs declaration form.
7. Keep your mail safe during the transit by packaging it securely.

For more information on our courier services, please don’t hesitate to get in touch. Give us a call now on 0845 4989622 or visit your local branch. You can also submit an online enquiry and we’ll get back to you quickly to discuss your delivery.