If you’ve sent a package overseas through Royal Mail, getting an update saying “Item Has Left the Overseas International Processing Centre” can be reassuring yet vague. Here’s a simple breakdown of what this update means, where your package is, and how long it might take to reach its destination.
What Does the Update Mean?
This update means your package has arrived in the destination country and has left the customs and sorting facility there. Now, a local postal service or carrier in that country will deliver your package to the recipient’s address.
Who Will Deliver Your Package?
Royal Mail doesn’t deliver the package itself in the destination country. Instead, a local postal service or carrier takes over. For example, if your package is going to the USA, the United States Postal Service (USPS) will handle the delivery from here.
Where is Your Package Now?
When you get this update, your package has left the International Processing Center in the destination country. It has passed customs clearance and is now with the local postal service or carrier, ready to be sent to the recipient’s address.
What Happens Next?
The local postal service or carrier will now send your package to a facility closer to the recipient’s address. From there, it will go out for final delivery. This process can take between 1 to 5 days depending on different factors like the distance to the delivery address and the service speed you chose for the shipment.
What if the Tracking Doesn’t Update?
Sometimes, the Royal Mail tracking might stop updating after this alert. If this happens, you can enter your tracking number on the local carrier’s tracking page for more updates. Or, you can use a universal tracking app like 17Track or ParcelsApp to find new updates.
No Update for Several Days?
If there are no updates for several days to a week, or if the recipient hasn’t received the package, it’s a good idea to contact Royal Mail customer services. They can look into it for you. You or the recipient can also contact the local carrier to speed things up.
Questions and Answers
- Q: What does the “Item Has Left the Overseas International Processing Centre” update mean?
- A: This update means your package has reached the destination country, passed through customs, and is now with the local postal service or carrier for final delivery.
- Q: How long will it take for my package to be delivered after receiving this update?
- A: It can take between 1 to 5 days for your package to be delivered after getting this update. The exact time depends on factors like the distance to the delivery address and the service speed chosen for the shipment.
- Q: The tracking on Royal Mail hasn’t updated after this alert. What should I do?
- A: If Royal Mail’s tracking hasn’t updated, you can try entering your tracking number on the local carrier’s tracking page for more updates.
- Q: What should I do if there are no further updates or if the package hasn’t been delivered for several days?
- A: If there are no updates for several days or if the package hasn’t been delivered, you should contact Royal Mail customer services. You or the recipient can also contact the local carrier to inquire about the package.
- Q: How can I find out which local carrier is handling my package?
- A: Usually, the local carrier is a well-known postal service in the destination country, like USPS in the USA. If you’re unsure, you can use a universal tracking app or contact Royal Mail customer services for information.
- Q: Can I contact the local carrier directly for updates?
- A: Yes, you can contact the local carrier directly for updates, especially if you know the carrier’s name. It might also help to have the recipient contact the local carrier from their end.
- Q: Is there a way to expedite the delivery process once the package is with the local carrier?
- A: The delivery process’s speed mainly depends on the service level chosen when sending the package. Once the package is with the local carrier, expediting the process may be challenging. However, you or the recipient can contact the local carrier to see if there are any options available.