Need Francobolli? The Italian Post Office

Saturday, December 13, 2008

Need Francobolli? The Italian Post Office

7:23 PM |

Dana Kaplan, Stresa Sights |

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There are many reasons why you may venture into a post office while here in Italy. Postcards and letters of course, but these days, with airline regulations becoming more and more strict, it may be easier to ship certain items rather than to try to bring them back with you. The post office system doesn’t work quite the same way here in Italy as you may be accustomed to, but don’t be discouraged to attempt sending home that case of wine, or that large ceramic vase you desire. I haven’t had terrible experiences ever at the Stresa Post Office, but bear in mind, if you do need to go there, that it is also a bank of sorts, as well as a government office of sorts, and that sometimes things can seem a bit busy. As far as mailing specific items, the website of the PosteItaliane may prove helpful to explain what you can ship, and how, and any restrictions that may apply. Just need stamps? They are called Francobolli. International mailings will vary based on destination, size, and weight.

The Stresa Post Office is located at Via Anna Maria Bolongaro, 39.

Official website: www.poste.it