What postal service does Ireland use?

A post
An Post (Irish pronunciation: [ənˠ ˈpˠɔsˠt̪ˠ]; literally 'The Post') is the state-owned provider of postal services in the Republic of Ireland. A post office provides a "universal postal service" to all parts of the country as a member of the Universal Postal Union.

How was mail delivered in the early 1900s?

Mail was not delivered across the country via small cars or on horseback. Mail trains were a critical part of the postal service in the early 1900s, although railroads are almost never used in our modern postal system. In many ways, the inside of a mail train functioned much like the back of a post office.

Who drove the mail in the 8th century?

In France, Louis XI established a royal postal service in 1477, employing 230 mounted couriers. In England, a Master of the Posts was appointed by Henry VIII in 1516 to maintain a regular postal service along the main roads radiating from London.

When was the first post office established in Ireland?

Designed by Armagh-born architect Francis Johnston, the foundation stone was laid by Charles Whitworth, Lord Lieutenant of Ireland in August 1814. The building opened its doors to the public less than four years later in January 1818.

How do I send Freepost to Ireland?

By writing FREEPOST where the stamp would normally be affixed, An Post will deliver cards, letters, large envelopes and packages weighing up to 2KG without a stamp. Customers can send these items through the Post Office network and mailboxes across Ireland.

How long did it take to deliver mail in the 19th century?

Modern postal services really took off after 1840 and the first stamps. Until then, international mail across the Atlantic took three weeks and up… and mail through the post office had hefty "postage overdue" fees.

Who owns the Irish Post Office?

Elgin Loane
The Irish Post

How does post work in Ireland?

Standard Post items are delivered the next working day in Ireland. International items take three to seven business days. If you need your mail to get there faster, try our Same Day Delivery or International Courier services. Tracking is only available on parcels within Ireland.

When was the Irish post office established?

An Post, the Irish postal administration, was created in 1984 when, under the terms of the Postal and Telecommunications Services Act 1983, the postal services of the Department of Posts and Telegraphs (P) were split between An Post and Telecom Éireann, the telecommunications operator, now called Eir.

Can you send a letter to Ireland by Royal Mail?

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What is the postal address in Ireland?

A "postal address" in the Republic of Ireland is a place of delivery defined by Irish Standard (IS) EN 14142-1:2011 ("Postal services. Address databases") and served by the universal service provider, An Post.

When did Ireland start using postcodes?

In Dublin city and its suburbs, a system of postal districts was introduced in 1917 by Royal Mail with the prefix "D", and retained after Ireland became an independent country, without the prefix. However, public use of district numbers did not begin until 1961, when street signs displayed postal district numbers.