How to send a letter to Guernsey

How to address and send post to another country — the address layout, postage, delivery times and what you can and can’t send.

Guernsey

Sending post to Guernsey
Full name on envelopeRequired
Delivery timeApprox 5-12 business days.
PostageLetter, Parcel, Tracked/Signed.
PostcodeUK-style alphanumeric postcodes starting GY.

✉️ Addressing the envelope

Address layout
Full Name
House Number + Street
LOCALITY
GYN NAA
GUERNSEY
Example
Oliver Le Page
4 Rue des Varendes
ST PETER PORT
GY1 1AA
GUERNSEY
More examples
PO Box:
Megan Martel
PO Box 123
ST SAMPSON
GY2 3AB
GUERNSEY
Full name
Required
Full name recommended.
Postcode
UK-style alphanumeric postcodes starting GY.
Language
English; uppercase town and postcode line.

📮 Sending

Postage methods
Letter, Parcel, Tracked/Signed.
Delivery times
Approx 5-12 business days.

🛃 Customs and restrictions

Customs
CN22/CN23 for goods.
Restrictions
Hazardous/dangerous goods restricted.

💡 Tips

Ensure correct GY postcode and clear locality.
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