Where is the BFPO sorting office?
RAF Northolt
The British Forces Post Office comprises of around 280 civilian and military staff across 11 different locations in the UK, 230 of which are stationed at the Headquarters at RAF Northolt, North West London. The organisation sits within Defence Equipment and Support as part of the Land Domain.
How do I track my BFPO parcel?
The dedicated BFPO service desk will assist customers and provide up-to-date tracking information when required. They can be contacted at [email protected] or on 0044345769 7978. Customers can still track items sent by signed for or special delivery in the usual way using carriers’ websites.
What can you send in BFPO parcels?
International signed for. This service is available for airmail and surface mail letters, small parcels and printed papers up to 2kg, and is available to all International destinations.
How long is military mail?
Typically military mail can be delivered between seven and 10 days depending on country of destination. Priority Mail parcels will take 10 to 15 days. Parcel Post takes about 24 days; Express Mail is the fastest option available with delivery within 3 to 7 days.
Who delivers to BFPO addresses?
Details
- DHL Express (UK) Ltd.
- DPD Group Ltd.
- DX Network Services Ltd.
- FedEx UK Ltd.
- Flight logistics Group Ltd.
- Hermes Parcelnet Ltd.
- Parcelforce Worldwide.
- Secured Mail Ltd.
Does UPS deliver to BFPO?
Unfortunately we currently are unable to send items to British Forces Post Offices (BFPO).
Where is BX9 in UK?
BX9 1BX is an artificial post code and it’s not on the Royal Mail database. It’s a mail handling facility operated by HMRC in Bexley, Kent. Letters are opened and scanned and electronically dispatched to other HMRC offices.
How long does overseas military mail take?
Does USPS handle military mail?
You can ship care packages to military addresses at domestic prices, even if you’re sending mail overseas. USPS® provides free military shipping kits, help with customs forms, military address tips, shipping restriction lists by country, and free package pickup when your shipment is ready to go.
Is it free to send parcels to BFPO?
Families and friends in UK and BFPOs can send packets of up to 2kg, free of charge, to service personnel in certain operations and HM Ships.
What post code is BX?
BX. The non-geographic postcode area BX has been introduced for addresses which do not include a locality: this allows large organisations long-term flexibility as to where they receive their mail.
What city is BX9 postcode?
BX9 1BX is an artificial post code and it’s not on the Royal Mail database. It’s a mail handling facility operated by HMRC in Bexley, Kent.
Do Lloyds Bank do executor accounts?
Our service is available where we are appointed as an Executor under the terms of a will, where an existing Executor does not feel able to act or where there is no Will in place. You don’t have to be an existing customer to use the service but the gross value of the Estate must be over £80,000.
Can I use the British forces post office (BFPO)?
You can use the British Forces Post Office (BFPO) if you’re sending mail to: You should only use BFPO to send mail to someone you know – there are other ways to support members of the armed forces.
Are BFPOs included in the enduring free mail service?
Updated “BFPOs included in the Enduring Free Mail Service” to include and added information regarding Christmas 2012 opening times for BFPO enquiries. 12 December 2012 First published. Contents Print this page Related content BFPOs included in the MOD enduring families free mail service British Forces Post Office: commercial contracts list
How much does it cost to send a parcel to BFPO?
Prices start from £1.90. The maximum compensation that can be claimed is £50 for loss or damage, where there is evidence of the value of the contents. Special delivery (not by surface mail) This service provides a signature on delivery and compensation cover for valuables. There are six weight steps for the sending of ‘Special Delivery’ to BFPO.
When was the last time the BFPO service was updated?
Added the BFPO Service update as at 21 May 2020 under the ‘Announcements’ heading. 14 May 2020 Updated the BFPO service update as of the 14 May 2020.