How long can recorded delivery take?

Delivery within 2-3 working days. This is a fully trackable service.

Is recorded delivery next day?

This feature guarantees delivery between 9am or 1pm the next day and includes tracking (you can also opt for first class recorded delivery). The main difference between special delivery and recorded delivery is the guarantee of delivery between specified times.

What does Royal Mail delivery recorded mean?

Recorded delivery is a specialized postal service provided by Royal Mail services. The sender will be given electronic proof of delivery, which can be seen online in the form of a signature of the recipient. You can track online to see whether your item has reached the destination.

How long does Royal Mail signed for 1st class take?

My understanding, Royal Mail 1st Class Signed For, 90% will arrive with in 3 working days and it is open to consumers. This means, in theory, 1st Class Signed For can be a slower service and you are not able to reclaim VAT.

Is Royal Mail 1st Class next day?

This is what Royal Mail tells customers who log on to its website: ‘We aim to deliver most First Class mail by the next working day, including Saturdays. If you’re sending mail far away, catch the early morning post so it’s more likely to be delivered the next working day. ‘

How long is 1st class recorded delivery?

For first class, the Post Office aims to deliver the parcel the next day, but if it’s second class then the wait will be around 2-3 days.

What time do I need to post special delivery by?

To be on the safe-side please allow: At least an hour before the Post Office® closes. No later than 4.30pm even if the Post Office® has a later closing time. No later than 11:00am if the Post Office® has a half day closing time.

Can you track Royal Mail signed for?

Royal Mail Signed For provides you with confirmation of delivery, but is not a fully tracked service. If you require a fully tracked service, please use Special Delivery Guaranteed.

Is recorded delivery tracked?

It’s important to clarify that recorded delivery is not tracked. Instead, all that’s required is a signature on delivery to prove the post has reached its destination. After all, there’ll always be customers who’ll say they never received the parcel or letter – recorded delivery prevents this and proves your case.