Register your interest
The first step is to let us know which Post Office you are interested in by completing the ‘register your interest form’ on the advert.
Let's meet
If we think your location and retail offer is a good fit for the Post Office we'll arrange to meet you. It's an opportunity for you to find out more about running a Post Office, and for us to learn more about you and your store.
We can discuss how you'd integrate a Post Office with your business and make the most of the opportunity.
Find out moreNext step –
your business plan
If you want to go ahead, you'll need to complete a business plan. We'll send a link for you to do this online. Before starting the business plan it's worth spending some time getting the documents ready.
You’ll need to submit the business plan, plus scanned copies of supporting documents within 28 days of opening the link.
We will ask for your consent to carry out some standard security checks and credit checks.
Find out more about the documents you'll needHearing back
We'll get in touch with you with any questions, and you'll be advised if you've been successful shortly afterwards.
From this point and until you're open for business you’ll be looked after by a dedicated support advisor.
Making it formal
We'll send you a contract to sign, and other information about your appointment.
Public consultation
If a post office branch is opening or relocating into your location from elsewhere, a public consultation will be needed. This will either be a 4 or 6 week notice period. We’ll organise everything including press releases.
Find out more about public consultationsPlanning the installation
There'll be a series of site meetings with you, to plan and design the Post Office layout for your store.
Installing your new branch and open for business
We'll install the Post office counter, signage, and equipment. This usually takes on average 10 weeks depending on your setup and any other changes needed.
Training
We will train you, enabling you to train your own team before you open. You will have hands on support for up to six months and where any refresher training is needed, we will provide support.
Marketing
We'd like you to promote your business and its new Post Office, particularly on social media. Our marketing team will provide you with leaflets to distribute, and the Post Office press team will issue a press release about the opening.