📋 Postal Guidelines: China to Saint Helena
Postal items dispatched from Mainland China to Saint Helena do not require a Saint Helena postal code for international transit.
The destination country (Saint Helena) must be clearly indicated in Chinese characters on the mail item. The complete destination address, including city and detailed street address, must also be provided in Chinese.
To facilitate final delivery within Saint Helena, the complete delivery address must be legibly written in the local language (English or local language).
Including the correct local Saint Helena postal code is strongly recommended. This significantly enhances sorting efficiency at Saint Helena Post and optimizes last-mile delivery by postal carriers.
📮SH Saint Helena Regional Postal Code FAQ & Postal Regulations
📍 What is the postcode format for Saint Helena?
Main island uses STHL 1ZZ (Jamestown), Ascension Island is ASCN 1ZZ, Tristan da Cunha is TDCU 1ZZ. Specify the island when posting.
⏳ How long does mail take to reach Saint Helena?
Sea freight: 2-3 months (from UK/SA); Air freight: 4-8 weeks. Remote islands (e.g., Tristan) may take longer. Send early.
📦 Can I track parcels to Saint Helena?
Only couriers (DHL/FedEx) offer full tracking. Standard post loses tracking after departure; contact local post office for updates.
🚫 What items are prohibited?
Banned: Fresh food, seeds, weapons, drugs. Medicines require prescriptions. Electronics must support 230V voltage.
💷 Are there customs duties?
Items over £50 may incur 20% import tax + fees. Mark gifts as 'Gift' with realistic value to reduce charges.