Track Royal Mail Shipments

Royal Mail is the UK's national postal service, handling domestic letters and parcels as well as international shipments to over 230 countries.

How to track a Royal Mail package

  1. Get your Royal Mail tracking reference (usually ends in 'GB').
  2. Enter it above to get the latest status.
  3. See scans from acceptance through delivery, including international handovers.

Tracking number format: 9 digits + GB (e.g. AB123456789GB)

Common Royal Mail shipment statuses

  • Item accepted
  • In transit
  • At delivery office
  • Out for delivery
  • Delivered

Explore other couriers

Royal Mail tracking FAQ

Do all Royal Mail services offer tracking?
Only tracked services such as Tracked 24, Tracked 48, Special Delivery, and Signed For provide real-time tracking.
Why is my Royal Mail parcel stuck 'in transit'?
It can mean the parcel is between scan points, awaiting international handover, or held for customs clearance abroad.