Mail format envelope
Here is the standard format for a mail envelope:
Top Left Corner:
- Recipient's Name (in capital letters)
- Street Address (in capital letters)
- Apartment or Suite Number (if applicable)
- City (in capital letters)
- State (in capital letters, abbreviated)
- ZIP Code (in capital letters)
Example:
JOHN DOE 123 MAIN STREET APT 101 NEW YORK NY 10001
Top Right Corner:
- Return Address (optional, but recommended)
- Your Name (in capital letters)
- Your Street Address (in capital letters)
- Your City (in capital letters)
- Your State (in capital letters, abbreviated)
- Your ZIP Code (in capital letters)
Example:
JANE SMITH 456 PARK AVENUE NEW YORK NY 10021
Bottom Left Corner:
- Postage Stamp (affixed to the envelope)
Bottom Right Corner:
- Postage Paid (if applicable)
Additional Tips:
- Use a standard size envelope (at least 3.5 inches wide and 6.125 inches long).
- Use a clear and legible handwriting style.
- Make sure to include the correct postage (stamps or metered mail).
- Use a return address if you want to ensure that the mail can be returned to you if it is undeliverable.
- Keep in mind that some countries have specific requirements for envelope formatting, so be sure to check the guidelines for the country you are sending mail to.