Using UK Stamps For Overseas Postage

[penym]

I have quite a lot of 1st class stamps which are always valid although they not the most recent ones. I believe that 1st Class now cost 69p. I have read I can use these stamps on letters or cards addressed to Australia provided the value is correct.

Can any Lemon advise me about this?

Anniel

[PinkDalek]

I have quite a lot of 1st class stamps which are always valid although they not the most recent ones. I believe that 1st Class now cost 69p. I have read I can use these stamps on letters or cards addressed to Australia provided the value is correct.

Can any Lemon advise me about this?

Anniel

Yes, you can use them towards the costs of the postage.

First class is presently 64p. You can check the prices, including weights and sizes here:

http://www.royalmail.com/sites/default/ ... Prices.pdf
http://www.royalmail.com/price-finder

Australia is in World Zone 2. If the letter is under 20g you'll cover the economy cost of 90p by using two first class stamps. If the letter is under 20g= - 100g you'll cover the economy cost of £1.37p by using three first class stamps!