There is no single international postage rate. The payable amount is determined by the destination, whether the item is a letter, packet or parcel, its packed measurements, and the service selected.
Compare parcel servicesPostal tables separate destinations into zones such as Europe and rest of world, while courier quotes use their own country and postcode rules. Select the actual destination country before comparing any headline rate.
A flat document can price differently from a thick packet or parcel at the same weight. Measure the sealed item and use the carrier's format limits, because thickness or dimensions can move it into another category.
Ordinary post may be suitable for low-risk documents, but goods, valuable orders and customer shipments often need tracking or delivery evidence. Compare the complete service rather than choosing by price alone.
Goods sent to destinations requiring customs data need accurate content, value, quantity and origin information. Customs charges for the recipient are separate from the postage paid by the sender.
Rules, availability and rates can change. Confirm the live details before buying postage.
Compare the same packed item, destination and service level across the current An Post table and live courier checkouts.
Not automatically. Import VAT, duty or handling charges can be separate and depend on destination rules and the shipment.
No. Use it only for orientation, then confirm the price and conditions on the carrier's current official checkout or rate page.
Use the packed item, exact destination and evidence you need to compare a valid current option.
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