An Post sizes and rates

Postal rates are calculated by the weight and shape of the item you are posting, which are categorised into four distinct formats: Letter/Postcard, Large Envelope, Packet and Parcel.

Once your item's dimensions or weight exceeds the limits of any category it automatically moves to the next category of mail.

Letter/Postcard

What can I send?

Most letters, postcards, bills, statements, greeting cards and some brochures will be classed as a letter/postcard.

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Large Envelope

What can I send?

Everyday items like unfolded A4 letters and documents, brochures and magazines, CDs and DVDs will be classed as a large envelope.

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Packet

What can I send?

Items and gifts including video cassettes, books, product samples, multiple DVDs or CDs, posters and prints in cylindrical tubes will mostly be classed as packets.

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Parcel

What can I send?

All items larger than a Packet are classified as Parcels.  These include all large boxed items such as electrical goods, components, irregularly shaped items and cylindrical shaped items such as large posters and point-of-sale materials.

Find out more about limits and dimensions of parcel and Packet sizing

and more information for the pricing and up to date Policy, Go to an posts website.