Other Services offered by the Post Office

Parcel post.

• Surface mail parcels are limited to a mass of 10kg
• Ideal for trade samples and goods in mail order.
• Parcels from other countries are opened to comply with customs and legal requirements of each country.

Datapost

• Computer data collected is delivered door to door.
• Ensures speed delivery of data.
• Overnight delivery.
• Useful for businesses such as banks or the stock exchange.

Cash on Delivery (COD)

• Used by mail order firms.
• Parcels are written COD.
• The sender reveals the amount to be paid at the Post Office.
• The Post Office collects the payments for the goods being delivered before they are handed over.
• Sellers avoid bad debts and do not have to send reminders.
• Customers do not need to send money in advance.

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