Opening Hours:
Mon - Thurs: 0900 - 1130 & 1200 - 1430
Fri: 0900 - 1130 & 1200 - 1330
Exchange Rate:
December - £1.00 = $1.7004
Post Office Christmas Timings
Last recommended date for postage to the UK is 12 December 2024 and 9 December to BFPOs worldwide.
Last recommended date for postage to the UK is 12 December 2024 and 9 December to BFPOs worldwide.
The post office Christmas timings are as follows:
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Mail Services
All mail services from the BFPO 11 are with immediate effect back online, however the following conditions apply:
Restricted items in the mail (BFPO 11 Service)
1. Dried Food Articles. Postage of dried food articles, including fish, tea and coffee are subject to the following conditions:
a. A maximum of 5kg per entitled person per week, up to 20kg each calendar month and parcels are to be packaged separately.
2. Sold goods. Commercial postage of clothing, apparels and services for personal gain through the BFPO is strictly prohibited.
3. Any misuse of BFPO services, such as using them for personal business purposes, constitutes an abuse of resources and is subject to disciplinary action. Misuse compromises the integrity and efficiency of services intended to support BFB’s Directives.
All mail services from the BFPO 11 are with immediate effect back online, however the following conditions apply:
Restricted items in the mail (BFPO 11 Service)
1. Dried Food Articles. Postage of dried food articles, including fish, tea and coffee are subject to the following conditions:
a. A maximum of 5kg per entitled person per week, up to 20kg each calendar month and parcels are to be packaged separately.
2. Sold goods. Commercial postage of clothing, apparels and services for personal gain through the BFPO is strictly prohibited.
3. Any misuse of BFPO services, such as using them for personal business purposes, constitutes an abuse of resources and is subject to disciplinary action. Misuse compromises the integrity and efficiency of services intended to support BFB’s Directives.
Christmas Mail (recommended last posting dates)
4. Customers wishing to send Christmas gifts to family are advised to send all parcels as early as possible but no later than:
Mails to UK: 12 December 2024
Mails to BFPOs worldwide: 9 December 2024
4. Customers wishing to send Christmas gifts to family are advised to send all parcels as early as possible but no later than:
Mails to UK: 12 December 2024
Mails to BFPOs worldwide: 9 December 2024
5. Letters to Santa Claus/Father Christmas. Letters to Santa are to be posted by Wednesday 20 November 2024 in order to receive a reply in time for Christmas. The address for all correspondence to Santa Claus/Father Christmas is:
Father Christmas
Santa’s Grotto
Reindeer Land
Father Christmas
Santa’s Grotto
Reindeer Land
XM4 5HQ
British Forces Post Office Services
British Forces Brunei post office is located in the Chit Chat Community Centre.
The BFPO system can be used to send and receive post from the UK.
All mails are distributed to work addresses only.
Authorised personnel
All BFPO services are available to entitled personnel only, which includes:
- Service Personnel & Families
- UKBC / Teachers & Families
Relatives and other UK or foreign civilians are to use local banking and postal services as they are not classed as authorised, under the MoD provision.
- Service Personnel & Families
- UKBC / Teachers & Families
Relatives and other UK or foreign civilians are to use local banking and postal services as they are not classed as authorised, under the MoD provision.
International Driving Permits (IDPs)
International Driving Permits (IDPs) can be issued from the Post office at no cost to authorised BFB personnel and families.
Please note the following:
The validity periods of IDPs remain extant, only request, as required.
A passport sized photo and valid driving license is required for IDP issuance.
International Driving Permits (IDPs) can be issued from the Post office at no cost to authorised BFB personnel and families.
Please note the following:
The validity periods of IDPs remain extant, only request, as required.
A passport sized photo and valid driving license is required for IDP issuance.
More information about IDPs can be found at https://www.gov.uk/driving-abroad/get-an-idp, https://internationaldrivingpermit.org/what-is-an-idp/ or on the Royal Mail website.
Forces Post Office (FPO) Chip & Pin Service
Customers are reminded of the upper limit when withdrawing or depositing cash at the PO is the local equivalent of £250 per day, and a maximum limit of £1000.00 per month respectively. This cash limit also applies to MoneyGram services.
Please do not approach the counter staff requesting more than the afore stated amounts. If you require a larger withdrawal, you must first seek permission from SO3 Log Sp or the DCOS, through your CoC if appropriate, in the first instance. Also, a 5 days’ notice must be given in order to ensure enough cash is available at the counter.
Post Office Ration Card 2024/25
QR Code for Post Office Ration Card 2024/25 Renewal
Please be advised, the issuance of the 2024/25 cash transaction cards is through a request system.
The link below or QR code is the mode of requesting new cards.
Upon submission a message will be displayed, indicating the date for collection.
https://forms.office.com/e/Nu0R7VhNSc
Please be advised, the issuance of the 2024/25 cash transaction cards is through a request system.
The link below or QR code is the mode of requesting new cards.
Upon submission a message will be displayed, indicating the date for collection.
https://forms.office.com/e/Nu0R7VhNSc
Postal Service
British Forces Brunei post office is located in the Chit Chat Community Centre. The BFPO system can be used to send and receive post from the UK. All of your mails will go through your work address with the exception of bills from local companies.1. Addressing
Address Format for Service Personnel/ Garrison Support Personnel:
Service/Staff number, Title/Rank, Full Name
Unit (1 or 2 RGR, HQ Brunei Garrison, BFB)
Sub Unit (HQ, A, B, C Coy/Department)
Tuker/Medicina Lines
BFPO 11 or BF1 3AG
Address Format for Families:
Title, Full Name
(C/O) Service/Staff number, Title/Rank, Full Name
Unit (1 or 2 RGR, HQ Brunei Garrison, BFB)
Sub Unit (HQ, A, B, C Coy/Department)
Tuker/Medicina Lines
BFPO 11 or BF1 3AG
2. BFPO Price/Size Guide
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Mail Regulations
3. Postage requirements
3. Postage requirements
When customers come to the Post Office with parcels to send, please make sure the items are already correctly addressed and securely sealed.
When Posting Parcels please ensure they are clearly addressed properly and within the dimensions of Depth (460mm) x Length (610mm) x Width (460mm) and no heavier than 20Kg.4. Prohibited items
The Following items are not to be sent via the BFPO mail system, for further advice, please contact the Post Office located in the Chit Chat Community Centre.
Compressed gases – butane, oxygen, propane, camping gas cylinders, gas lighter refills, aqua lungs, aerosol (including medicinal and toilet articles including aerosols such as hairsprays, perfumes, shaving foams, medicines, drugs and nail varnish.
When Posting Parcels please ensure they are clearly addressed properly and within the dimensions of Depth (460mm) x Length (610mm) x Width (460mm) and no heavier than 20Kg.4. Prohibited items
The Following items are not to be sent via the BFPO mail system, for further advice, please contact the Post Office located in the Chit Chat Community Centre.
Compressed gases – butane, oxygen, propane, camping gas cylinders, gas lighter refills, aqua lungs, aerosol (including medicinal and toilet articles including aerosols such as hairsprays, perfumes, shaving foams, medicines, drugs and nail varnish.
Corrosive – acids, alkaline, wet-cell batteries, Bluetooth speakers, power banks and remote controllers vinegar, photographic chemicals, mercury or any items containing mercury.
Infectious substances – bacteria, viruses, medical and pathological specimens, except under the IPBS rules
Oxidising materials – bleaching agent, peroxides and chlorate
Poison – Arsenic, Cyanides, insecticides and weed killers.
Explosives - fireworks, sparklers, flares, toy caps and ammunition
Weapons - knives, Khukuris
For more information visit: www.gov.uk/bfpo5. Use of BFPO to Operate a Business
‘Customers who are operating a business overseas for personal gain, are not authorised to use the BFPO facilities to forward or receive mail items connected with that business. The MOD pays for the transportation of mail to and from overseas by air or surface means. To allow customers to use the BFPO to operate a business for personal gain would constitute an abuse of public funds.
Individuals, who are authorised or choose to operate businesses overseas, are advised to use local civilian post offices to receive or send goods connected with their business, whereby full international rates of postage will be paid.
Should a violation of this Guidance & Direction be suspected, the Chain of Command will be notified and disciplinary action may be taken against offenders’.
Post Office Opening Times
The Post Office opening times is as follows:
Counter Service
Mon – Thu
0900 – 1130 and 1200 – 1430
Fri
0900 – 1130 and 1200 – 1330
Units’ Post Orderly Mail collection and drop off
Mon – Thu
1230 – 1430
Fri
1200 – 1330
Contact information:
For general BFPO enquiries please use the following information
Email: bfpoenquiries@gmail.com
For BFPO mail tracking/ issues, please contact service desk
Email : desbfpo-enquiries@mod.gov.uk
Tel Military: 94676 3450
Tel Civil: +44 (0)345 769 7978 (calls are charged at local rate in the UK)
Alternative: +44 (0)20 8589 3450
For more information visit: www.gov.uk/bfpo5. Use of BFPO to Operate a Business
‘Customers who are operating a business overseas for personal gain, are not authorised to use the BFPO facilities to forward or receive mail items connected with that business. The MOD pays for the transportation of mail to and from overseas by air or surface means. To allow customers to use the BFPO to operate a business for personal gain would constitute an abuse of public funds.
Individuals, who are authorised or choose to operate businesses overseas, are advised to use local civilian post offices to receive or send goods connected with their business, whereby full international rates of postage will be paid.
Should a violation of this Guidance & Direction be suspected, the Chain of Command will be notified and disciplinary action may be taken against offenders’.
Post Office Opening Times
The Post Office opening times is as follows:
Counter Service
Mon – Thu
0900 – 1130 and 1200 – 1430
Fri
0900 – 1130 and 1200 – 1330
Units’ Post Orderly Mail collection and drop off
Mon – Thu
1230 – 1430
Fri
1200 – 1330
Contact information:
For general BFPO enquiries please use the following information
Email: bfpoenquiries@gmail.com
For BFPO mail tracking/ issues, please contact service desk
Email : desbfpo-enquiries@mod.gov.uk
Tel Military: 94676 3450
Tel Civil: +44 (0)345 769 7978 (calls are charged at local rate in the UK)
Alternative: +44 (0)20 8589 3450
Post Office, Chit Chat Community Centre:
Email: BruneiGar-HQ-Post-SNCO
Phone – (+673) 3224101 ext. 3218
Duty mobile – (+673) 9330239
Email: BruneiGar-HQ-Post-SNCO
Phone – (+673) 3224101 ext. 3218
Duty mobile – (+673) 9330239
