6 November 2026
International Reply Coupons (IRCs) are being discontinued globally by the Universal Postal Union (UPU), and were withdrawn from sale in Post Offices on 1 July 2026. From 1 January 2027, Post Offices will no longer be able to accept IRCs for redemption as this product has been discontinued by the UPU. Customers are advised to purchase postage to send their item.
For more information, visit the UPU website.