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SASE Stamps

Posted: Mon Apr 13, 2015 10:43 pm
by lunarkt
Hi, quick question as I've now been seeing this and am now confused. What size UK stamp should go on a 9"x12" SASE that is returning from the [uk] UK to the [us] US? I know 1st/2nd class is speed, and doesn't apply to international, but is it the same with size? Like, I have small 1st class stamps, which are valid for items up to 240mm x 165mm - does that matter or should I buy large stamps? Thanks

These are the 1st class stamps I have:
http://shop.royalmail.com/stamp-books/6 ... t/20140786

Re: SASE Stamps

Posted: Tue Apr 14, 2015 9:27 am
by kimmylee
The stamps you have are fine.

You need to focus on International rules only. Those sizes and general info can be found here:

http://www.royalmail.com/personal/inter ... l-standard

All you need to do is get the corresponding International price for your item and use enough stamps to cover it {up} You can use any stamps including the ones you have.

It is that simple I promise.

Write out your SASE
Use the Royal Mail calculator to get your price. http://www.royalmail.com/price-finder
Use a normal calculator to see how many 1st class stamps needed to meet/exceed that price- each stamp you have is worth £0.63.
Stick that number of stamps on your SASE.

DONE!

:mrgreen:

Re: SASE Stamps

Posted: Wed Apr 15, 2015 2:57 am
by lunarkt
Okay good, because I have a bunch of those kind. I kept seeing others mention large stamps as if they are required whether it's international or not and I didn't want to buy more just to find out these were just fine. Thanks!