Cost of sending packages from the UK

[chronology1066]

Hi All

Just want to canvas people on the cost of sending an international package to Thailand from various countries. I am starting to think that the UK is certainly living up to it

[jamesg]

Les,

Have a quick read of this, it may be of help:

http://www.moneysavingexpert.com/shopping/...y#international

Cheers!

James

[PAMman]

I have found Parcelforce to be far too costly but Royal Mail is much better. It's weird as they are both part of the same outfit but their pricing structures are very different.

[chronology1066]

The problem seems to be keeping it trackable outside the UK. Most of the cheaper options stop tracking once they leave the UK

Thanks though James, the options are not heavily advertised on the RM site

Edited April 9, 2008 by chronology1066

[musicale]

I use Royal Mail international signed for.

[chronology1066]

I think I might just be paranoid about losing stuff......

[b16a2]

If you want to track it all the way use Airsure through the Royal Mail. However, not all receiving countries use this, so you'll have to check if Thailand is one of them. If not send it Int Signed For, can track it up until it leaves the UK.

[chronology1066]

Thanks guys for the information, I will have a chat with the local PO

[Homer]

I have found Parcelforce to be far too costly but Royal Mail is much better. It's weird as they are both part of the same outfit but their pricing structures are very different.

Parcelforce is a courier service.

Royal Mail is a normal postal service.

[Homer]

If you want to track it all the way use Airsure through the Royal Mail. However, not all receiving countries use this, so you'll have to check if Thailand is one of them. If not send it Int Signed For, can track it up until it leaves the UK.

no Airsure for Thailand.

Airsure tracking is kinda basic anyway.

[Homer]

Thanks guys for the information, I will have a chat with the local PO

just use "signed for" and get insurance.

will cost you around

Edited April 9, 2008 by Homer

[chronology1066]

Thanks Homer, I dont want my buyer to wait that long but the info is certainly handy. Interparcel might be an option though.

[capice]

Nice rates in the UK

Here the cost for Dutch postal service

Tarieven per 1 januari 2008

Aangetekend

Alle zendingen Priorityservice

Europa tarief 2008

0 - 500 g

[chronology1066]

Nice to know we are still being radically sodomised by the UK monopolies

[capice]

You can always move to the mainland Les

[chronology1066]

Oh, if only my woman would allow me to do so. I miss being in a more civilised place.

[musicale]

FWIW I have always found Royal Mail to do a better job of delivery than ParcelForce when you use recorded or special delivery.

[chronology1066]

I agree, Parcelfarce are very poor allow me to show you..... a three day service got this

Track & Trace

Parcel tracking details

Progress of the parcel you've enquired about is displayed below.

Parcel number: EE278686*****

Status: Delivered

Parcel tracks

Date Time Location Tracking Event

27-03-2008 18:18 Delivery Agent - SINGAPORE Parcel delivered

27-03-2008 09:51 Delivery Agent - SINGAPORE - PTT Arrived in destination country

11-03-2008 15:36 COPENHAGEN INC PARCEL Arrived in destination country

10-03-2008 08:13 Delivery Agent - REYKJAVIC - PTT Arrived in destination country

08-03-2008 09:17 Heathrow Airport

08-03-2008 06:52 Heathrow Airport Arrived at outward airport

08-03-2008 00:58 International Hub Left origin country

07-03-2008 22:54 International Hub Arrived at outward Office of Exchange

07-03-2008 16:10 York Depot On route to hub

07-03-2008 14:35 York Depot Collected from customer

[Mickey Padge]

You could check the courier price through a service like www.interparcel.com

Many different courier options to use and collection too!

Cheers!

[chronology1066]

Thanks Mickey, I will check that one out as well.

[musicale]

I agree, Parcelfarce are very poor allow me to show you..... a three day service got this

...

27-03-2008 18:18 Delivery Agent - SINGAPORE Parcel delivered

...

07-03-2008 14:35 York Depot Collected from customer

ALWAYS demand a refund if the delivery date was later than promised. Three weeks for a three day service would have me raising all kinds of hell with Parcelforce, believe you me.

Royal Mail have NEVER been late on any of my Special Delivery packages. Almost annoys me sometimes as I'd rather wait an extra day and get the money back.

[Mickey Padge]

Thanks Mickey, I will check that one out as well.

I have used them a lot, create an account and after your first order you should get 5% off.

I sent a package with them to mainland Europe. Big box 40x35x30 or something and roughly 2.5kg. I selected the DHL option and it cost about

[capice]

I have used them a lot, create an account and after your first order you should get 5% off.

I sent a package with them to mainland Europe. Big box 40x35x30 or something and roughly 2.5kg. I selected the DHL option and it cost about

[Mickey Padge]

Now that is a sweet deal indeed Mickey

I know I could not believe the price! They have various couriers and speeds of service to choose from, you can't go wrong! Just make sure you are in for collection

[chronology1066]

Parcelfarce terms for refunds of damaged goods......... still waiting for confirmation of late delivery refunds:

Goods excluded from compensation

Please be aware that the following goods are excluded from compensation.

Antiques (objects over 100 years old).

Articles made largely or wholly of gold, silver or other precious metals.

Watches.

Ceramics such as ornamental and decorative china, resin and porcelain**.

Diamonds and other precious stones.

Glassware**.

Cases - of any kind including suitcases and musical instrument cases, used as packaging only, are excluded from damage. This does not effect damage claims for contents providing that our packaging guidelines have been followed

Hazardous or dangerous goods, prohibited or restricted items.

Jewellery (except imitation).

Real fur.

Stamps.

Perishable items delivered within 48 hours of despatch.

Eggs, in the event of damage

Negotiable documents.

Money - current bank note, currency note or coins,

EGGS !!!!!