Mail a letter to canada from usa

To mail a letter from the USA to Canada, you'll need to follow these steps:

Step 1: Prepare the Letter

• Make sure the letter is addressed correctly to the recipient in Canada. Use the following format:
  • Recipient's Name
  • Street Address or PO Box
  • City, Province, Postal Code
  • Canada
• Use a standard envelope size (at least 3.5 inches wide and 6.125 inches long) and a first-class postage stamp.

Step 2: Choose the Right Postage

• The cost of postage to Canada depends on the weight and size of the letter. You can use the USPS Postage Calculator to determine the cost.
• For a standard letter weighing up to 1 ounce, the cost is:
  • $0.55 for a letter to Canada (as of 2022)

Step 3: Mail the Letter

• Take the prepared letter to a USPS post office or a blue mailbox.
• Give the letter to the postal clerk or deposit it in the mailbox.
• Make sure to affix the correct postage to the envelope.

Additional Tips

• Make sure to use a clear and legible address on the envelope.
• If you're sending a letter to a specific province or territory in Canada, you may want to use the province or territory's postal code instead of the city's postal code.
• If you're sending a large or heavy package, you may need to use a different type of postage or shipping service, such as Priority Mail or Parcel Post.
• Keep in mind that mail delivery times may vary depending on the distance and the efficiency of the postal service.

Estimated Delivery Time

• Mail sent from the USA to Canada typically takes 3-5 business days for delivery, depending on the distance and the efficiency of the postal service.