How to write a mailing address on a letter
A mailing address on a letter typically includes the following information:
- Recipient's name
- Street address or post office box number
- Apartment or suite number (if applicable)
- City
- State or province (if not in the United States, include the country)
- ZIP code or postal code
Here's an example of a complete mailing address:
[Recipient's Name] [Street Address or PO Box Number] [Apartment or Suite Number (if applicable)] [City, State ZIP Code]
Here's a breakdown of each component:
- Recipient's name: Write the name of the person or organization you're sending the letter to.
- Street address or PO Box number: Include the street address or post office box number where the recipient can be reached. If the recipient has a post office box, use "PO Box" followed by the box number.
- Apartment or suite number (if applicable): If the recipient has an apartment or suite number, include it after the street address or PO Box number.
- City: Write the city where the recipient is located.
- State or province (if not in the United States): If you're sending the letter to a location outside the United States, include the state or province name.
- ZIP code or postal code: Include the ZIP code or postal code for the recipient's location.
Here are some examples of mailing addresses:
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John Doe 123 Main Street Anytown, CA 12345
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Jane Smith PO Box 123 Anytown, CA 12345
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John Doe 123 Main Street, Apt 101 Anytown, CA 12345
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XYZ Corporation 456 Corporate Drive Anytown, CA 12345
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Jane Smith 123 Main Street Anytown, CA 12345 Canada M5A 1A1
Remember to double-check the mailing address for accuracy before sending the letter.