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Our guides
Every country guide on Sending Postcards is there to help you keep in touch while you travel. We bring together where to buy stamps, where to post your card, and what to expect for delivery, with clear links to official sources so you have the details you need in one place.
Send a postcard in three easy steps
Sending a postcard is a small act, but it says something that is hard to replicate. It tells someone you have thought of them while you were away, that you took a moment to sit down, write, and send something by hand. A few lines and a postmark can carry a sense of place and a sense of care, and that is often enough to make someone feel closer.
Write your
message
Choose a card, take a moment, and write a few lines that sound like you. If you want a prompt, our How to Write a Postcard guide covers the simple format and a few easy starting points.
Buy your
postage
Use the country page to find where to buy stamps locally and what you need for international post. If you are sending from a smaller town or travelling on a Sunday, it is worth buying stamps a little earlier so you are not caught out.
Send your
postcard
Post it at a post office counter or in a public post box, depending on what the country guide recommends. If you can, post before the last collection time so your card starts its journey that day.