Last Posting Dates for Christmas 2026
Last Christmas Posting Dates
Next Day Delivery
Service | Last posting date |
|---|---|
FedEx Next Day Collection | 20.12.2026 |
Evri ParcelShop Next Day (before 11 AM) | 21.12.2026 |
Evri Postable Next Day (before 11 AM) | 21.12.2026 |
UPS Access Point | 21.12.2026 |
FedEx Next Day Drop Off | 21.12.2026 |
Royal Mail 24 Tracked Small Drop Off & Collection (before 11 AM) | 21.12.2026 |
Royal Mail 24 Tracked Medium Drop Off & Collection (before 11 AM) | 21.12.2026 |
DPD Collection | 21.12.2026 |
DPD Drop Off (before 11 AM) | 21.12.2026 |
DPD Pickup (before 11 AM) | 21.12.2026 |
DPD Drop Off Small (before 11 AM) | 21.12.2026 |
Royal Mail 1st Class | 21.12.2026 |
UPS Express Saver by 12pm | 22.12.2026 |
UPS Express by 10.30am | 22.12.2026 |
DHL UK | 22.12.2026 |
Parcelforce Worldwide Express 24 Drop Off & Collection (before 11 AM) | 22.12.2026 |
Parcelforce Worldwide Express AM | 22.12.2026 |
Parcelforce Worldwide Multi 12 Noon | 22.12.2026 |
Parcelforce Worldwide by 10am | 22.12.2026 |
Parcelforce Worldwide by 9am | 22.12.2026 |
DX24 | 22.12.2026 |
Royal Mail Special Delivery | 23.12.2026 |
DPD Gold | 23.12.2026 |
2 Day Delivery
Service | Last posting date |
|---|---|
FedEx UK Drop Off | 19.12.2026 |
FedEx Economy - Collection | 19.12.2026 |
Parcelforce Worldwide Large 48 | 19.12.2026 |
Evri ParcelShop | 19.12.2026 |
Evri ParcelShop Postable (before 11 AM) | 19.12.2026 |
Royal Mail 48 Tracked Small Drop Off & Collection (before 11 AM) | 19.12.2026 |
Royal Mail 48 Tracked Medium Drop Off & Collection (before 11 AM) | 19.12.2026 |
InPost Shop to Home (before 11 AM) | 19.12.2026 |
InPost Lockers (before 11 AM) | 19.12.2026 |
DX48 | 19.12.2026 |
DX Freight | 19.12.2026 |
DPD 2 Day | 19.12.2026 |
Parcelforce Worldwide Express 48 Drop Off & Collection | 21.12.2026 |
UPS Standard | 22.12.2026 |
3+ Day Delivery
Service | Last posting date |
|---|---|
Whistl | 12.12.2026 |
InPost Shop to Home | 15.12.2026 |
InPost Collection | 15.12.2026 |
Royal Mail 2nd Class | 18.12.2026 |
Evri Collection Postable | 19.12.2026 |
Evri Collection | 19.12.2026 |
Need Us Over Christmas?
Live Help Opening Hours
Day | Time |
|---|---|
Christmas Eve (Thursday 24th) | Closes at 7:00 pm |
Christmas Day (Friday 25th) | Closed |
Boxing Day (Saturday 26th) | Closed |
Sunday 27th December | Regular 24-hour service |
Monday 28th December (bank holiday) | Closed |
Tuesday 29th December | Open at 7:00 am |
Wednesday 30th December | Regular 24-hour service |
New Year’s Eve (Thursday 31st) | Closes at 7:00 pm |
New Year’s Day (Friday 1st) | Closed |
Saturday 2nd January | Open at 7:00 am |
Sunday 3rd January | Regular 24-hour service |
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P2G Top Tips
Going Away for Christmas?
If you’re planning on being away over Christmas and need to send your parcels before you go, you have a few options:
• Use an express service to guarantee that your parcels get to their destination by the next day
• If you’re travelling to another area in the UK, don’t worry. You can drop off your parcel at a number of locations throughout the country
• Rebook your collection if you're going to miss your parcel delivery to a time that suits you better
Using Drop Off Services
If you'd rather not wait in for a collection, save time and money with one of our drop off services. With thousands of parcel shops across the UK, there's always one nearby.
Drop off on your way to work, on the school run or on your lunch break. Many shops are open at weekends too.
Compare drop off prices to stay ahead of the last posting dates for Christmas 2026.
Book Using Express Service
If you need your parcel there fast in the run up to Christmas, we recommend UPS and FedEx for delivery in 1-3 days without delays.
Express services include tracking, so you can follow your parcel every step of the way and know your gifts will arrive in time for Christmas.
Get a quote to compare express options and pick the speed and price that works best for you.
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Packaging Your Items
Make sure your Christmas post is packaged correctly to avoid damage.
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Frequently Asked Questions
When is the last posting date for Christmas 2026 in the UK?
The final posting date in the UK is 18th December 2026. Use an express service to avoid a last-minute rush to post your parcel.
What's the last day for posting Christmas cards?
The last day to send Christmas cards is 11th December 2026.
Is post delivered on Christmas Eve?
There will be post delivered on Christmas Eve 2026, but there may be restrictions. Make sure to send your parcels before the 18th December 2026 for guaranteed Christmas delivery.
Is there any post delivered on December 28th 2026?
No, there is no post delivered on December 28th as it is a bank holiday. Postal services will operate as usual from December 29th to 31st.
What is the last posting date for Christmas to Australia?
The latest posting date to Australia is 11th December. If you're looking for urgent postage to Australia, UPS Express can ensure parcel delivery to Australia from 1-4 days.
What are the last posting dates for the USA?
The latest posting date to the USA is 12th December. If you're looking for urgent postage to the USA from the UK, UPS Express can ensure shipping to the USA from 1-3 days.