What is the last date for posting cards abroad?
What is the last date for posting cards abroad?
Sending items overseas?
| Service | Last recommended posting date |
|---|---|
| All non-European destinations (except South Africa, Canada, Middle and Far East, USA) | Monday 13 September |
| Middle East, Far East, Hong Kong, Singapore, South Africa | Friday 15 October |
| Canada and USA | Monday 1 November |
How long does mail take from Guernsey to UK?
Delivery Expectations
| Service | Delivery Expectations | Guaranteed |
|---|---|---|
| UK, Jersey & Isle of Man Large Parcels | 3-5 days | No |
| International Standard Letters, Large Letters & Parcels | 4-6 days | No |
| International Standard Letters, Large Letters & Parcels to Rest of World | 6-8 days | No |
| Global Priority Large Parcels to Europe | 4-8 days | No |
Is Guernsey Post part of Royal Mail?
Postal Operations As well as providing its own wide range of dedicated products and services, Guernsey Post is the agent for Royal Mail services such as Royal Mail Special Delivery; for world leading services such as FedEx; and for Data Post and Parcel Force deliveries across the Bailiwick.
Why are Guernsey post boxes blue?
Following the abolition of the General Post Office on the mainland in 1969, Guernsey’s post boxes remained red until 1980 when they were painted a distinctive blue colour to complement Guernsey Post’s new branding.
When should I send Christmas cards UK?
Traditionally, Christmas cards are usually sent during the first week of December. This leaves plenty of time for them to arrive, plus a period of time for people to display the cards in their homes for two to three weeks in the run up to Christmas.
What time does Guernsey Post deliver?
9am next working day will be 11.00am the next working day and 1pm the next working day will be by 4.00pm the next working day….Medium Parcel.
| Guernsey Post branches | Latest acceptance time for guaranteed next working day delivery* |
|---|---|
| Envoy House | 4.30pm |
| Guernsey Post Business Hub | 3.45pm |
Is Guernsey International Post?
International Tracked & Signed is a fully tracked service from posting to delivery overseas, which requires a signature on delivery. Available from all Guernsey Post branches, International Tracked comes with electronic tracking and operates to 79 countries, although it is not time guaranteed.
Is post to Guernsey same as UK?
Useful information for sending parcels to Guernsey The only difference is UK postage stamps can’t be used to send items to and from the channel islands or isle of man.
Is posting to Jersey the same as UK?
Best to just take it to the post office. Jersey is classed as international as you need to apply a customs form to the packet, otherwise it is UK priced.
Who set up Guernsey Post?
The effort to establish an independent post office for Guernsey had begun nine months before its culmination. Local politician Peppino Santangelo was the driving force behind the change and chose Bill Sexton to lead the organisation. Santangelo served as president of the States of Guernsey Post Office Board.
What Colour are post boxes on Channel Islands?
In contrast to the United Kingdom, Guernsey Post pillar boxes can be identified by their distinctive blue colour.
