Registered mail. Image credit grosvenorauctions.com

Registered mail. Image credit grosvenorauctions.com

ZIMSEC O Level Commerce Notes: Communication: Registered Mail and Recorded Deliveries

Registered mail.

  • Used to send cash and valuables like certificates.
  • Special envelopes are used.
  • Articles must be handed over the counter.
  • A receipt is obtained as proof of postage.
  • They can be traced if lost.
  • Can be compensated if lost.
  • Earch article has a registered number.

Recorded delivery

  • Used to send important documents e.g. certificates or summons.
  • Has proof of postage and delivery.
  • Can be traced if lost but no compensation is paid.
  • Each article has a registered number.
  • Articles must be handed over the counter.
  • Article are delivered personally.
  • Provides security of items in transit.

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