On Northern Cyprus, postal services will increase by more than 50%

Postal rates have been adjusted in Northern Cyprus. Starting from February 1, tariffs will increase by 52%.

The cost of services has been affected by the increase in transportation expenses and transfers. According to local media reports, starting from February 1, the cost of postal services will change as follows:

• Domestic postal shipments weighing up to 20 grams will increase from 2.25 TL to 3.50 TL, postal shipments to Turkey will increase from 3.25 TL to 5 TL, and to other countries from 6.50 TL to 8.25 TL.

• Domestic shipments up to 50 grams will increase from 3.50 TL to 5.50 TL, deliveries to Turkey from 5.00 TL to 7.75 TL, and international shipments from 10 TL to 15.25 TL.

• Domestic shipments up to 100 grams will increase from 6.50 TL to 8.25 TL, deliveries to Turkey from 8.00 TL to 12.50 TL, and international shipments from 15 TL to 23 TL.

• Domestic shipments up to 250 grams will increase from 8 TL to 12.50 TL, to Turkey from 12.50 TL to 19 TL, and international shipments from 21 TL to 32 TL.

• Domestic shipments up to 500 grams will increase from 10.50 TL to 16 TL, to Turkey from 17.50 TL to 26.75 TL, and international shipments from 37 TL to 56.25 TL.

• Domestic shipments up to one kilogram will increase from 15 TL to 23 TL, to Turkey from 24 TL to 36.50 TL, and international shipments from 63 TL to 97.75 TL.

• Domestic shipments up to two kilograms will increase from 21 TL to 32 TL, to Turkey from 25 TL to 38 TL, and internationally from 114 TL to 173.25 TL.

It is noted that despite the increase in postal rates, it has been stated that the TRNC Postal Department has applied a faster, more reliable, and cheaper tariff compared to other countries.

It is also reported that domestic mail is sent by ground transportation, while mail sent to Turkey and abroad is sent by sea or air transportation, depending on the citizen's request.

Despite the variations in prices depending on the delivery method, the calculation is made considering additional fees for air mail delivery.