I prefer direct for speed. Especially if it is a new country for me.

The Bureau is fine but very very slow.

Please,  NO EQSL.  It just isn't the same as receiving a card through the post. You  don't get the stamp either. Some of the stamps are interesting as well especially when received direct.

I also use the ISWL Bureau which decreases the waiting time

Please If sending Direct....

 No Irc or  Dollar needed but if you could include a Self Addressed Envelope (S.A.E) we both then know that your address is correct.