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Prepare your items for shipping

View maximum size and weight limits, restrictions, parcel preparation, customs requirements and more.

Prohibited and restricted items

Check which items can’t be posted, including gases and some batteries.

Size and weight guidelines

View size and weight limits for shipping parcels and business letters.

More information

Check how to address mail correctly, how to send valuable items and find the best packaging for your needs.

Information for shipping overseas

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Not a business customer?

Find information to help you send a parcel or post a letter within our guidelines.

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