📬 ‘Greetings from Norway: how to send a postcard or parcel to friends and family’
I don't know about you, but I just love getting a warm greeting from a faraway land in the form of a colourful postcard or a small parcel of souvenirs. Even in this digital age, sending postcards and parcels is still a popular tradition among tourists, and we love seeing them! If you're in Norway and you're looking to do this quickly and easily, don't worry! There are a few simple rules you can follow and you'll be good to go. In this article, we'll walk you through everything you need to know to send postcards or parcels back home from Norway, including the costs, where to buy stamps, and how to fill in the address so your message reaches the recipient.
I would love to know how the postal service works in Norway. Can you tell me?
Posten Norge is the main postal operator in Norway, and they're there to help you out with whatever you need. Don't worry if you can't find a post office, because there's a Postkontor in almost every town! But if you do need to use a postal point, you'll find those in supermarkets, bookshops and Narvesen kiosks, and they're really convenient! Hey, just so you know, you can buy stamps, send postcards, letters and parcels, and get the advice you need on sending items at these points. You'll be pleased to know that post offices are usually open during shop opening hours, which is really handy for tourists.
I would love to buy some postcards and stamps, if you know anywhere that stocks them?
You can find postcards for sale in lots of places – like tourist information centres, souvenir shops, museums and post offices. Postcards are usually between 10 and 30 NOK, depending on the design and size. Hey, just so you know, you can buy stamps at post offices, Narvesen kiosks, and even in supermarkets and tourist centres! It's so cheap to send a postcard abroad! It only costs around NOK 30. It's always a good idea to check the rates in advance at the post office or stamp shop.
How do I write the address on a postcard?
I know you're going to do your best to make sure your postcard reaches its destination, and I just wanted to remind you that the first thing to do is to make sure the address is written correctly. When you're writing an address in Norway, it's normally best to do it like this:
- I would love to know your thoughts on who should receive this – maybe you have a special someone in mind?
- Just so you know, it's the street, house number and apartment.
- All you need to tell us is your postcode and city, and we'll take care of the rest!
- Hey, I just wanted to let you know which country you'll be heading to.
If you're sending your postcard abroad, please make sure you write the address clearly and in English. You can write your return address in the top left corner, but it's not compulsory.
And how long does it take for postcards and letters to be delivered?
Here's some helpful info about postage from Norway to Europe: your postcards and letters should arrive within 5–7 days, and for the US, Canada and Australia, 7–14 days. 🌟 We know how important it is to get your order on time, so we'll do our very best to make sure your delivery arrives as quickly as possible. Please bear in mind that delivery times can vary depending on the destination country and the time of year (delivery times may be longer during public holidays and school holidays). If you need your delivery to be urgent, you can choose priority delivery, but this will cost a little more. Hey, just a friendly reminder to send those postcards in advance, so your loved ones can enjoy them right on time! 😊
How to send a parcel from Norway?
And don't worry about sending a parcel from Norway, it's a piece of cake! All you need to do to send your gifts or souvenirs is pack them carefully in sturdy packaging (you can get this at the post office or supermarket), fill out the form with the sender's and recipient's addresses, and describe the contents of the parcel and its approximate value. When you drop it off at the post office or shipping point, they'll weigh it and work out the shipping cost. Don't worry if you're not sure how much your parcel will cost – the minimum price for an international parcel is usually 150 NOK for a small package up to 500 g. If your parcel is bigger, you'll have to pay a little bit more, but we're sure it won't be too much!
What souvenirs can be sent in a parcel?
Just a heads-up: when you're sending parcels abroad, it's always a good idea to check the customs restrictions of the country you're sending to. When you think of Norway, what comes to mind? Maybe it's woolly jumpers, chocolate, reindeer leather goods, silver jewellery, books or souvenirs with national symbols. All of these are traditional souvenirs that people often send from Norway. Please try to avoid sending food products of animal origin (unless they're in a packet and allowed by customs), alcohol and other goods that might be subject to special customs restrictions.
Just wanted to let you know that we're keeping an eye on those shipments from Norway.
We know how important it is to you to keep track of your parcels. That's why we've made it super easy for you to use our tracking service (sporing). Once you've posted, you'll get a receipt with a tracking number. Just go to the Posten Norge website to check it. This way, you'll always know where your parcel is and when it'll arrive. Hey, just so you know, tracking is a really great idea if you're sending anything special, like valuable gifts or important documents.
Have you ever thought about how post boxes work in Norway?
Just so you know, you don't have to go to the post office to send postcards and letters. Hey, why not drop your letters in one of the many lovely red Posten Norge post boxes you'll find all around the city? You'll usually find these post boxes near supermarkets, train stations and on streets in cities. Please, please make sure you check the collection times on the box so that your letter gets sent on time.
Why not send some postcards and parcels to your loved ones? It's a great way to share your experiences and give them a little taste of Norway! We've got some super-simple tips to help you out, and we're sure you'll be delighted to share your travels with your family in the process.