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How to send postcards back to China from the UK? How to send mail back to China?
Postcards, including POSTCARDs, are very common in the UK and even in other parts of Europe, especially in tourist areas, post offices, bookstores, stationery shops, gift shops, and so on.
If you are planning to send a single gift back to China, it may not be cost-effective to ship a package weighing less than 5 kilograms, as the postage cost would be over 200 RMB. It might be better to send a red envelope and let the recipient buy the item themselves. However, considering the number of friends, relatives, and classmates in China, even 200 RMB per person can be a significant expense. But if you are buying something for your partner or parents, it is still recommended to ship it. Direct shipping of a package weighing around 7 kilograms to China can cost around 25 pounds and takes approximately 2 weeks to arrive. You can search for 'ukdeliver' on WeChat Official Account for more information. Alternatively, you can be romantic and send postcards to your partner or someone overseas on a weekly basis. Despite the availability of numerous social media platforms, postcards with scenic views of different countries, including the stamps of the UK, and handwritten love letters can be a valuable expression of love and emotional connection.
Therefore, sending mail or postcards is the best option as they carry thoughtful sentiments, scenic views, and the stamps of the UK, which hold significant commemorative value.
The format of writing a postcard is crucial as writing it incorrectly may result in it being returned. If you forget to write the return address, the postcard may be lost since there will be no address to send it back to. The postal code is an essential element that needs to be included.
Generally, the format of a postcard starts with the stamp on the top right corner. The recipient's address in China is written at the bottom right, with the header 'To China/PRC.' The address below should be written in Chinese characters, as postal workers in China may not understand Pinyin (Romanized Chinese). However, Pinyin can also be used. After completing the address, it is important to write 'China' in English. The recipient's address should be written towards the center in the box on the right side, avoiding placing it too close to the edge.
For example, if you intend to send a postcard to No. 11 Chunxi Road, Jinjiang District, Chengdu, Sichuan Province, with the postal code 610000, you can write:
To China/PRC
四川省成都市锦江区春熙路11号
Si Chuan Province, China (610000)
Recipient's Name
Phone: 123123
As shown in the image below, this is the format for sending postcards from the UK to China. Please excuse the quick drawing. I hope this helps!
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Among them, the format for writing letters back to China is as follows: Write the sender's name and address in the top left corner of the envelope, and write the recipient's name and address in the bottom right corner. If you're concerned about the recipient not receiving the letter, you can include a phone number. Nowadays, in China, postal delivery mostly relies on phone calls. Letterboxes are not frequently used for delivery, and they are often managed by property management companies, etc.
As shown in the image below, this is the format for writing letters. Please understand my limited image editing skills. Haha.
(Note: As an AI text-based model, I cannot view or process images. If you have any specific questions or need further assistance with the format, please describe it in text, and I'll be happy to help.)
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When mailing, if you tell the post office "By air," it will be sent via air transportation, reducing the probability of loss. Generally, it takes 1-2 weeks for the mail to arrive. I once received postcards from Greece and Nepal sent by a friend, and they followed this format as well. It is recommended to go directly to the post office for mailing and avoid using the red mailbox. However, you can pretend to perform the act of mailing and take a photo as a memento.