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Wednesday, August 20, 2025

Brunssum: Send Mail with the British Forces Post Office (BFPO)

 

The following information must be clearly stated on all packet/parcel mail:
Sender/return address in full
Recipient name and address in full, destination in full
Customs declaration - CN22 must be completed

Address format
Service Number

Rank or Title
Name
Unit
BFPO number

For family members start with:
Name of Recipient C/O Service Number, Rank and Name

The BFPO number for Brunssum is BFPO 28. The shadow postcode is BF1 2AH

For further details: https://www.gov.uk/bfpo/how-to-address-bfpo-mail

The minimum allowable address to ensure delivery in the UK is:
Number or name of residence
Name of Street
Town or City
Postcode