• Joining the Society

    The BPS is a friendly, relaxed community where people of all experience levels come together to share their passion about the stamps and postal history of Brunei, Labuan, North Borneo (Sabah), and Sarawak. New members are warmly welcomed to join the Society regardless of their level of experience.

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  • Publications

    Publications are available both in book and digital formats. Please enquire from the relevant Publication Sales Officers.

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  • History

    The Society was established in 1947 by Donald Castle with an initial membership of 15 Sarawak collectors, operating under the name 'The Sarawak Specialists' Club of Great Britain'. In June of that year, the inaugural issue of a quarterly magazine, The Sarawak News Sheet, was published.

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Welcome to the Borneo Philatelic Society (BPS)

Founded in 1947 (formerly known as the Sarawak Specialists’ Society), the BPS promotes the study of stamps and postal history of Sarawak, North Borneo (Sabah), Labuan and Brunei.

 

The BPS caters to all aspects of philately and have a diverse membership spanning the UK, Malaysia, USA, Australia, and others.

Whether you are an experienced collector or just starting your philatelic journey, the BPS offers a welcoming community for all enthusiasts of British Borneo’s postal history.

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