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Carriers have confirmed their recommended latest posting dates for Christmas delivery, including domestic and international services. These dates can help you plan dispatches and give buyers the best chance of receiving their orders before Christmas.Please note that carriers’ last posting dates may change. We’ll continue to monitor services in the run-up to Christmas and share any relevant updates.Estimated delivery dates (EDDs) on eBay listings will be adjusted in line with the recommended latest posting dates for Christmas deliveries. For more information, read our guide: Estimated delivery dates for sellersWhat you need to knowPlease review the recommended domestic last posting dates below and plan your dispatches accordingly. You can check the latest carrier updates, including international latest posting dates, on the following pages:• Royal Mail service updates• Evri service status• InPost help• Parcelforce service updatesFor carriers not included above, please visit their service pages for more information on latest posting dates.Thank you for selling on eBay.Your eBay Team
Peak is getting closer. Yet, for many buyers, Christmas shopping is already underway. More than half of shoppers will have started their Christmas shopping before Black Friday, with many starting before October. And this year, 74% of UK adults plan to spend the same or more at Christmas, while 42% of Gen Z plan to spend more. What is the Seller Peak playbook?Our 2026 Seller Peak Playbook brings together the latest UK consumer research with practical guidance to help you prepare for the months ahead – from getting your listings ready early to making the most of key shopping moments such as Black Friday.Inside, you’ll find insights on when buyers are shopping, the opportunity for refurbished products, eBay Advertising and eBay Live, as well as how to prepare for demand after Christmas.How the playbook can helpUnderstand when Christmas shoppers are planning to buyPrepare your listings ahead of key Peak momentsExplore ways to increase visibility and reach more buyersPlan beyond Christmas and make the most of post-Christmas demandStart preparing for PeakExplore the 2026 Seller Peak Playbook and get your business ready for increased buyer demand.Thank you for selling on eBay.
It was brilliant meeting so many of you in Birmingham last week for a day of sharing ideas, swapping stories and connecting as a community. Our CEO, Jamie Iannone, even made a surprise appearance, showing just how important UK sellers and your businesses are to us. He enjoyed meeting you all, chatting about your selling experiences and hearing about everything you’re building on eBay. From hands-on workshops and 1:1 Seller Clinics to our interactive eBay Live Zone, there was plenty to get involved in on the day. With over 1,200 of you joining us in person and hundreds more attending virtually, eBay Open 2026 was our biggest one yet.We also shared many exciting announcements, including the return of Up & Running Grants for 2026. This year, young entrepreneurs are in the spotlight, with £10,000 and additional support available to up to 20 recipients. Applications are now open, and we can’t wait to read your business plans. Catch up on more updates from the day in this month’s blog. Read on to find out about new eBay Live features, tools to help you sell and more – all from this year’s eBay Open. As ever, thank you for selling on eBay.Eve WilliamsGeneral Manager, eBay UK