Using stamps

[monty0703]

I stuck 4 stamps on an envelop then proceeded to make a mess of the address. I cut off the stamps to stick on another envelope but a collegaue informed me that because the stamps are obviously on a different background, Royal Mail will assume that they've been used so my item won't get posted (or there will be a fee). Is this right?

[gingejbee]

I think it just depends on the particular person who handles the item - some are very lax and others stick to the rules. Not sure if there are any rules regarding this situation, however.

[squarebear]

No, as long as they haven't been stamped on by the Post Office, you will be ok. I had to do this once and my card got there ok.

[scotman]

I do that every now and again. I keep some blank self-adhesive labels so I can do the address over again. Saves hassle.

[bookbinder]

I've cut stamps off an (unposted) envelope and stuck them on another one and posted it. It got there OK. I was careful to cut right up to the edge of the stamps, so that the previous envelope paper didn't show.

[monty0703]

Thanks guys. In hindsight I should just have stuck a label over the address I messed up instead of cutting the stamps off. It's four 62p stamps so don't want to lose out.