Most countries print their name on postage stamps. It’s a global rule. But there’s one exception.
So, Which Country Breaks the Rule?
The United Kingdom.
Yes, the UK is the only country that doesn’t normally put its name on stamps.
Why Doesn’t the UK Do This?
It all started in 1840. That year, the UK released the world’s first postage stamp — the Penny Black.
This stamp didn’t have the country’s name on it. Instead, it showed a picture of Queen Victoria.
Back then, no one else had stamps. So there was no need to add a country name.
A Special Rule
Today, the Universal Postal Union (UPU) requires countries to print their name on stamps.
But the UK is exempt. Why? Because it invented the stamp.
So the UK is allowed to keep its old tradition.
What Do UK Stamps Show Instead?
UK stamps usually show a silhouette or portrait of the current monarch.
For many years: Queen Elizabeth II
Now: King Charles III
This image acts as a symbol of the country.
How Can You Tell It’s from the UK?
If a stamp has:
No country name
A royal portrait
It’s almost always from the United Kingdom.
Final Answer
Which of these countries does not normally have its name printed on its postage stamps?
✅ The United Kingdom
It’s a tradition with deep roots. And it’s still going strong.
