How to send a letter to Saint Helena

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

Saint Helena

Sending post to Saint Helena
Full name on envelopeRequired
Delivery timeExtended transit (island logistics).
PostageLetter, Parcel, Registered.
PostcodeSingle postcode STHL 1ZZ used.

✉️ Addressing the envelope

Address layout
Full Name
House + Street
JAMESTOWN STHL 1ZZ
SAINT HELENA
Example
Emma Thomas
10 Main Street
JAMESTOWN STHL 1ZZ
SAINT HELENA
Full name
Required
Full name recommended.
Postcode
Single postcode STHL 1ZZ used.
Language
English; uppercase locality and postcode.

📮 Sending

Postage methods
Letter, Parcel, Registered.
Delivery times
Extended transit (island logistics).

🛃 Customs and restrictions

Customs
CN22/CN23 for goods.
Restrictions
Dangerous goods restricted.

💡 Tips

Include STHL 1ZZ; keep lines clear.
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