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Sending items securely through the post

There may be times when you need to send valuable or important items or documents through the post. These may include birth or marriage certificates, passports, money or documents containing sensitive date.

Royal mail offer several services which are designed to be used to send letters and parcels securely and often offer insurance cover should the item get lost. The Special Delivery Guaranteed service by the Post Office guarantees to get your letter to the recipient on time and securely otherwise you will receive your money back. This service allows you to track important documents online and get signed proof of delivery via the website. It also offers compensation cover for sending jewellery, cash or other valuables through the post using this service.

This service can also be used for Saturday deliveries at an additional cost to ensure timely delivery. The Special Delivery Guaranteed service can also be upgraded to include consequential loss cover. This is available for an additional fee and may be used when sending tax returns or documents that if late, could result in penalties for example. The cost for this service varies depending on the size and weight of the letter or parcel and also the level of cover you require.