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Royal Mail 2026 Rate Change
Franking machine rate change information
Royal Mail is changing some stamp prices on 5 October 2026, but Mailmark franking prices are not changing. Your franking machine needs no rate update, and the tariff it loaded on 7 April 2026 stays in place. The instructions below stay here for whenever franking rates next change.
When do the new Royal Mail rates take effect?
Royal Mail is changing stamp prices for parcels and some tracked and guaranteed services on 5 October 2026. Mailmark franking prices are not changing, so there is no new tariff for your franking machine to download and nothing you need to do. The franking rates your machine loaded on 7 April 2026 remain correct. If you would like to check your machine is up to date anyway, select your model below for step-by-step 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
Do I need to do anything for the October 2026 Royal Mail price change?
No. The 5 October 2026 change affects stamp prices only. Mailmark franking prices are not changing, so there is no rate update to download and no action for franking machine users.
When do the new Royal Mail postage rates take effect?
Royal Mail changes some stamp prices on 5 October 2026, but Mailmark franking prices are not changing, so there is no new tariff for your franking machine. The franking rates that took effect on 7 April 2026 remain correct, and you do not need to do anything.
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?
Yes, whenever franking rates change. Most Mailmark machines download and store a new tariff automatically once connected to the data centre. There is no new franking tariff for the 5 October 2026 stamp price change, so nothing will download for it.
What happens if I do not update my franking machine?
For the 5 October 2026 change, nothing at all: franking prices are not changing, so your machine is already correct. When franking rates do change, a machine left on the old tariff can print the wrong postage, and underpaid items can be surcharged, delayed or returned.
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.
