All the Christmas postal dates you need to know about

With December fast approaching it is important to take note of all the Christmas postal dates.

Whether you are posting cards to family and friends in the UK, or sending parcels overseas, you will need to know the last posting dates to ensure your gifts arrive on time.

The countdown is on if you want to make sure your seasonal treats reach their destination on time, and we are here to help.

So in order to beat the festive rush and get your mail away on time, here's what you need to know:

Normal UK post

Wednesday, December 18

2nd Class and 2nd Class signed for

Friday, December 20

1st Class and 1st Class Signed for and Royal Mail Tracked 48

Saturday, December 21

Royal Mail Tracked 24

Monday, December 23

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International post

For parcels and letters being sent overseas via Airmail;

Australia

Thursday, December 12

Canada

Saturday, December 14

New Zealand

Thursday, December 12

South Africa

Monday, December 9

United Arab Emirates

Monday, December 9

America

Saturday, December 14

You can find the entire list for posting dates to international countries online here .