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Royal Mail 2026 Rate Change
Franking machine rate change information
From 7 April 2026, Royal Mail is updating its postage prices. Find your franking machine below for step-by-step instructions, plus a short video showing exactly how to update your machine to the new rates.
When do the new Royal Mail rates take effect?
The new Royal Mail tariff takes effect on 7 April 2026. Updated rates are available to download from 16 March 2026, and most Mailmark franking machines will download and apply the new rates automatically once connected to the data centre. Select your machine below for model-specific instructions and a how-to video.
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Mailcoms franking machines
Select your Mailcoms model for its 2026 rate change instructions and update video.
Mailstart & Mailstart+
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Mailbase Series
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Mailbase+
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Mailbase Speed
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SendPro Mailstation & Mailsend Lite
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Mailsend Lite & Parcelsend Lite
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Mailsend Prime & Mailsend Essential
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Parcelsend Essential
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Mailsend & Mailsend Pro
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Mailsend+
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Parcelsend & Parcelsend+
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Mailsend Speed
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Parcelsend Speed
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Pitney Bowes franking machines
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SendPro / Connect+ Series
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Mailhub
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DM60
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DM110i, DM160i & DM220i
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DM300M
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DM400M
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SendPro C
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SendPro+
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SendPro C Auto
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SendPro C Auto+
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Quadient / Neopost franking machines
Select your Quadient / Neopost model for its 2026 rate change instructions and update video.
iX-1 Series
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IS200 Series
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IS240 / IS280 / IS280C
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IS290i Elite / IS290i Series
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IN300 / IN360
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IS330 / IS350 / IS350c
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IS420 / IS440
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IS460 / IS480
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iX-3 Series
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iX4 Series
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iX-5 Series
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iX6 Series
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iX-7 Series
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iX8 Series
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Frama franking machines
Select your Frama model for its 2026 rate change instructions and update video.
FS Series 3
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FN Series 5
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FX Series 5
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FX Series 7
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FX Series 7.5
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FX Series 9
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FP Mailing franking machines
Select your FP Mailing model for its 2026 rate change instructions and update video.
Postbase Mini
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Postbase Series
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Postbase Vision Series
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Frequently asked questions
When do the new Royal Mail postage rates take effect?
The new Royal Mail tariff takes effect on 7 April 2026. Updated rates can be downloaded from 16 March 2026, and most Mailmark franking machines apply them automatically once connected to the data centre.
How do I update my franking machine to the 2026 rates?
Connect your machine to the data centre or online services and select Check for Updates to download the latest rate table. Find your exact model above for step-by-step instructions and a short how-to video.
Will my franking machine update automatically?
Most Mailmark machines download and store the new rates automatically once connected, then activate them on 7 April 2026. We still recommend manually checking for updates before that date to be sure.
What happens if I do not update my franking machine?
Your machine could print the wrong postage. Underpaid items can be surcharged, delayed or returned, so always update to the new rates before 7 April 2026.
Where can I download the 2026 Royal Mail postage rates?
You can download our free 2026 postage rates wall chart (PDF) using the green button at the top of this page.
Which franking machine manufacturers do you support?
We provide rate change instructions for Mailcoms, Pitney Bowes, Quadient / Neopost, Frama and FP Mailing franking machines.
Can’t find your franking machine?
Our UK support team can help you update any make or model. Call us on 01543 572 776, Monday to Friday, 9am to 5pm.
