How Does Free Postal Entry Work?

Short answer: A free postal entry route lets you enter without paying the online ticket price. You must follow the operator's instructions exactly, use the required postage and make sure the entry arrives before the stated deadline.

Typical postal-entry steps

1. Open the competition's official terms and find the free-entry section.
2. Write the required details clearly on the specified card or paper.
3. Answer any required question and include the exact competition reference.
4. Post each entry separately if the rules require it.
5. Allow enough time for delivery before the closing date.

Important checks

Rules vary between operators. Some limit postal entries, reject bulk envelopes or require a particular postage service. An incomplete, late or incorrectly formatted entry may not be accepted.

Postal entry is not always cost-free because postage and materials still cost money. Compare that cost with the online entry price and read the operator's current terms before deciding.

Browse current free-entry competitions or read our responsible play guidance.