Royal Mail Tracking

Every shipment sent through Royal Mail is assigned a unique tracking number, allowing customers to monitor the progress of their items from collection to delivery. You can input your tracking number into the 'Track Your Item' function on the Royal Mail website to receive real-time updates on your shipment's status.

To track a Royal Mail shipments, enter the tracking number in the field above, click the "Carrier" button, and select "Royal Mail" If you're unsure which carrier is handling your shipment, let the system choose the carrier automatically on your behalf. After that, click the "Track" button, and you will be redirected to the tracking results page. Here, you will find detailed information about your shipment, including locations and dates.

Yes, you can track a package shipped with the Royal Mail International Standard service. The tracking number typically begins with a 'U', followed by a letter, then nine digits, and ending with 'GB'. It should look something like this: U#123456789GB.

Delivery times with Royal Mail vary depending on the service used. First-Class post aims to deliver letters and parcels across the UK the next working day, including Saturdays. Second-Class post aims to deliver within 2 to 3 working days. For international shipments, delivery times can range from 3 to 7 working days depending on the destination.

The 'in transit' status for a parcel or shipment with Royal Mail means that the package is currently on its way to its final destination. It has been collected from the sender and is in the process of being moved to either the next sorting station or to the recipient. It's important to note that while a package is 'in transit', it might be in various stages of the delivery process, including transportation, sorting, and local distribution.

The 'Delivered' status for a parcel or shipment with Royal Mail signifies that the package has reached its final destination and has been received by the intended recipient, or a designated individual or safe location. This status generally marks the conclusion of the parcel's journey through the postal network.

The 'returned to sender' status for a parcel or shipment with Royal Mail means that the package has been sent back to the original sender. This usually occurs when the package cannot be delivered to the recipient for some reason. Possible reasons might include an incorrect or incomplete address, the recipient moved without providing a forwarding address, or the recipient refused the package. Once returned, the original sender can then decide to resend the package or to refund the recipient, depending on the situation.

If your package does not arrive within the expected timeframe, you can contact Royal Mail's customer service. They can provide information about possible delays and assist you with further steps if your shipment is lost.

Once the package is dispatched, it is not usually possible to change the delivery address. However, you should contact Royal Mail's customer service for any possible options.

Yes, Royal Mail offers international delivery services. The delivery time for international shipments can vary depending on the destination and the specific service chosen.

If you're not home, Royal Mail will usually leave a 'Something for you' card. The card will provide details on how to collect your package or arrange a redelivery.

The 'GB' at the end of a Royal Mail tracking number represents Great Britain, indicating that the package is being shipped from the UK.

Yes, Royal Mail delivers on Saturdays. However, Sunday delivery is currently only available for certain services and locations.