The exact dates to know of when the deadline is for your Christmas present sending (Image: Getty)
Those looking to send off their last-minute deliveries should take note of these important dates.
Delivery specialists have announced their final deadlines ahead of the upcoming festive bank holidays including , and Yodel.
The season is renowned for being a peak shipping period with high demand and unexpected events including bad weather conditions potentially derailing your plans of gifts arriving on time.
When it comes to the earliest deadline for gift sending, Yodel has announced Brits need to send out their items by Monday, December 16th, if you want them to arrive in time for Christmas Day.
Those using Yodel, can also send their parcel between December 17th and 23rd, however, these items will likely not arrive in time as Yodel drivers won’t be collecting or delivering any parcels between December 24 and December 28.
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The upcoming bank holidays during Christmas means people must be aware of when final dates are (Image: Getty)
Yodel also noted on its website that deliveries are “taking a little longer” than usual due to the high demand.
offers a two-day delivery, meaning customers who order by Dec. 22, will have their items arrive on December 24.
The company’s one-day delivery means orders need to be placed by December 23 to have it arrive on December 24th.
same-day delivery means Brits need to order on December 24 and the items will arrive the same day.
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You can ensure your presents arrive on time by checking final dates and any upcoming bad weather (Image: Getty)
These services are offered for subscribers of Amazon’s Prime subscriber, with non-Prime subscribers needing to make their purchases sooner.
is also warning Brits that their final courier collection is December 19 while its final standard delivery parcel collection from ParcelShops is 11am on December 20th.
Evri also announced that next-day delivery items need to be placed at the ParcelShop by 11am on December 21 in order to arrive before Christmas.
As for international deliveries through Evri, the deadline has already passed earlier this week.
Dan Evans, from Hot UK Deals, said: “Christmas shopping can be stressful, especially when you’re juggling busy schedules and trying to find the perfect gifts.
“Our guide to Christmas order deadlines is designed to help shoppers stay organised and ensure their presents arrive on time.”
It’s important to remember that snow and storms can affect parcel delivery in the UK, but you may be entitled to compensation unless you selected a timed delivery or money-back guarantee service.
A lot of couriers have a “force majeure” clause, meaning they’re not liable for delays caused by events beyond their control including bad weather.