On 22/07/2020 I sent letter size A4 containing 3 pages of letters not more few grams in weight to Istanbul (Turkey). and arrived on 30/07/2020. I was charged £42.18, promising that it will arrive to destination within 3 days. In fact it took 9 days. It would have cost me not more than few pound sterling had I sent it with Royal mail recorded delivery and would have arrived in less time. My advice، DO NOT USE Parcelforce services if you want your parcel arrive fast. Note: I have found out that the UK Government official offices such as ( HOME OFFICE ) DO NOT recommend sending documents with Parcelforce.