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The maximum size and weight that you can send varies depending on the destination. The tables below provide a summary of the limits and examples of typical items for each format.
Letters and Large Letters Sizes and Weights
Minimum Size
| Length: | 14cm |
| Width: | 9cm |
| Thickness: | 0.25mm |
Maximum Size
| Length: | 24cm |
| Width: | 16.5cm |
| Thickness: | 0.5cm |
| Weight: | 100g |
Examples
- Letters (DL and C5 envelopes)
- Most small birthday cards (excluding cards with badges or 3D effects)
- Some catalogues / brochures
Maximum Size
Length: 35.3cm
Width: 25cm
Thickness: 2.5cm
Maximum Weight
750g
Examples
- Large greeting cards (and cards with badges and 3D effects)
- A4 letters/documents in C4 envelopes
- Magazines and brochures
Parcel Size and Weight Guide
Maximum Size
| Length: | 45cm |
| Width: | 35cm |
| Thickness: | 16cm |
Maximum Weight
| Weight: | 2kg |
Examples
- CDs
- Sunglasses
- Stationery
- Small Books
Maximum Size
| The combined length + width + depth must be no more than 90cm with no single side longer than 60cm. |
Maximum Weight
| Weight: | 2kg |
Examples
- CDs
- Sunglasses
- Stationery
- Small Books
Maximum Size
| Diameter: | 7cm |
| Length: | 90cm |
| Combined Maximum Size: | Length + twice the diameter (combined no more than 104cm) |
Maximum Weight
| Weight: | 2kg |
Examples
- Posters
- Photographs
- Wall Charts
Maximum Size
| Length: | 61cm |
| Width: | 46cm |
| Thickness: | 46cm |
Maximum Weight
| Weight: | 20kg |
Examples
- Most books
- Shoes
- Clothes
Maximum Size
| Length: | 1.5metres |
| Width: | 75cm |
| Thickness: | 75cm |
Maximum Weight
| Weight: | 30kg |
Examples
- Guitar
- King size duvet set
- Golf club set
Size and weight guide for myUKaddress service
Maximum Size
Length: 40cm
Width: 35cm
Hight: 32cm
Maximum Weight
Weight: 30KG
Examples
Household gadgets (kettle, toaster, hairdryer)
Laptop and tech
Clothes
Maximum Size
Length: 61cm
Width: 46cm
Height: 46cm
Maximum weight
Weight: 30KG
Examples
Household gadgets (Air fryer, kitchen aid)
Crockery set
Maximum Size
Length: 150cm
Width: 30cm
Height: 30cm
Maximum Weight
Weight: 30KG
Examples
Blinds
Golf clubs (no bag)
Skis
Travel Cot
Maximum Size
Length: 80cm
Width: 61cm
Height: 61cm
Maximum Weight
Weight: 30KG
Examples
Flat pack furniture
Kids bike (disassembled)
Computor monitor
Maximum Size
Length: 90cm
Width: 80cm
Height: 80cm
Maximum Weight
Weight: 30KG
Examples
Push chair
Large flatscreen tv
Bike (disassembled)
Large dog crate
Can't find the size you're looking for? Call our customer Services Team on 01481 711720
Other Useful Information
CN22 Customs Form
For sending items under £270 in value, please attach a CN22 Customs form to your parcel.
Please note all Parcelforce items must have a CN23 Customs form attached. (see CN23 form for details)
Download the interactive CN22 Customs form(s) from the link below and either complete the fields (highlighted) on screen and print, or print the form and fill it in by hand
CN23 Customs Form for items to UK, Jersey, Alderney and IOM
Please attach a CN23 Customs form to your packet/parcel when:
- Sending items over £270 (even if sent by Special Delivery)
- Sending items of any value if it is a large parcel (all large parcels have to go via Parcelforce)
- Sending any size parcel by Parcelforce service (small or medium parcels can also be sent using Parcelforce)
Download the interactive CN23 Customs form from the link below and either complete the fields (highlighted) on screen and print, or print the form and fill it in by hand