Stamp Prices in Ireland 2026: How Much Is a Stamp

Few things feel as constant as the price of a stamp — until suddenly it isn’t. If you’ve picked up a book of stamps recently and noticed the receipt looked different, you’re not alone. An Post (Ireland’s national postal operator) increased most domestic and international stamp prices on 3 February 2026, with the standard national letter stamp rising from €1.65 to €1.85. This guide lays out exactly what each stamp costs now, what changed, and what you need to know about using older stamps.

Standard national stamp (N stamp): €1.85 ·
Digital stamp: €2.85 ·
International stamp to Europe (E stamp): €3.50 ·
Stamp to the UK: €3.50 ·
Book of 20 domestic stamps: €37.00 ·
Christmas stamp: €1.85

Six key postal products, one pattern: domestic and international letter prices rose together, but the new E stamp for Europe simplifies cross-border postage for Irish consumers.

The implication: Ireland’s domestic stamp remains slightly below the EU14 + UK benchmark of €2.04 for a standard letter, but the gap is narrowing.

How much is a post stamp in Ireland?

• The standard national letter stamp (N stamp) costs €1.85 as of 3 February 2026 (An Post Media Centre).
• This covers a standard letter up to 100g delivered within Ireland (An Post Postal Rates Guide).
• Large A4 envelopes start at €3.50, and packets from €4.40 (An Post Standard Post).

How much is a Christmas stamp?

Christmas stamps are sold at the same rate as standard domestic stamps — €1.85 each (An Post Standard Post). They are subject to the same February 2026 price increase as the N stamp.

How much is a digital stamp in Ireland?

An Post’s digital stamp, used for printing postage online or at a self-service kiosk, costs €2.85 per unit under the February 2026 rates (An Post Postal Rates Guide). The catch: this is €1.00 more than the physical N stamp, reflecting the convenience and different distribution channel.

How much is an international stamp in Ireland?

• An Post introduced a dedicated E stamp for letters to anywhere in Europe, including the UK and Northern Ireland, at €3.50 (TheJournal.ie).
• For destinations outside Europe, rates vary by weight and size; a standard letter to the USA starts at €3.50 for 20g and increases (An Post Standard Post).
• You can calculate exact international postage using An Post’s online calculator.

The pattern: International rates now consolidate European destinations under one price, removing the previous UK/non-UK split.

How much is a stamp to the UK from Ireland?

Postage from Ireland to the UK (including Northern Ireland) is charged at the European E stamp rate: €3.50 for a standard letter (TheJournal.ie). That is a substantial increase from the previous €2.00 rate, reflecting An Post’s alignment with European postal pricing.

How much is a book of 20 stamps at the post office?

• A standard booklet of national N stamps contains 20 stamps and costs €37.00 (20 × €1.85) (An Post Postal Rates Guide).
• Booklets of 10 N stamps cost €18.50 (same guide).
• International stamp booklets (E stamps) contain 5 stamps and cost €17.50 (An Post Standard Post).

The implication: Buying in bulk doesn’t give you a per-stamp discount for domestic stamps, but it removes the need for multiple purchases throughout the year.

How many stamps come in a book?

The most common booklet size is 20 stamps for domestic use, though 10-stamp booklets and rolls of 100 stamps (at €185) are also available (An Post Postal Rates Guide). International booklets contain 5 E stamps.

Is the price of stamps going up in 2026?

• Yes — An Post increased stamp prices on 3 February 2026 (An Post Media Centre).
• The N stamp rose from €1.65 to €1.85 (a 12% increase) (Bonkers.ie).
• The E stamp was introduced at €3.50, replacing the previous Europe/UK tier of around €2.00–€2.20 (TheJournal.ie).
• Digital stamps increased to €2.85 (An Post Postal Rates Guide).

The pattern: Each of these changes took effect on the same day, making 3 February 2026 a single inflection point for Irish postal costs.

Will the price of stamps go up in 2027?

As of now, An Post has made no official announcement about 2027 increases. Historically, An Post has raised stamp prices annually or biannually — the 2026 rise follows a 25c increase in February 2025 (TheJournal.ie). The pattern: postal rates tend to rise in line with inflation and the Universal Service Obligation costs (An Post).

Can I use an old stamp in Ireland?

• Yes — old stamps with pre-2026 face value remain valid for postage (Citizens Information).
• If the stamp’s value is less than the current rate (€1.85 for national, €3.50 for Europe), you must add make-up stamps to cover the difference (An Post Standard Post).
• An Post operates a stamp exchange scheme where you can exchange old stamps for new ones (Citizens Information). Contact your local post office for details.
• Old UK stamps cannot be used in Ireland — only current An Post stamps are valid (Citizens Information).

For Irish consumers, the takeaway is clear: stamps cost more now, but the system supports older stamps with top-ups or exchanges. The real uncertainty is how much higher rates will go. With An Post citing European parity and the USO as justification, another increase in 2027 seems plausible. Those who send letters regularly should stock up at today’s prices or explore digital alternatives. For occasional mailers, the best strategy is simple: check your old stamps, add make-up postage when needed, and buy booklets to save on per-stamp cost.

A useful comparison of An Post and Royal Mail stamp prices highlights the differences between Irish and UK postal rates.

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