Mailing a letter in care of example
When mailing a letter "in care of" (C/O), you're sending it to a recipient who is not the primary addressee, but rather someone who is holding the letter for the intended recipient. Here's an example:
Format:
[Recipient's Name] C/O [Name of Person Holding the Letter] [Address] [City, State, ZIP]
Example:
John Doe C/O Jane Smith, Secretary 123 Main Street Anytown, CA 12345
In this example:
- John Doe is the intended recipient, but he's not the one receiving the letter directly.
- Jane Smith, the secretary, is holding the letter for John Doe.
- The letter is being sent to Jane Smith at her address, and she will forward it to John Doe.
Tips:
- Make sure to include the correct address and name of the person holding the letter (in this case, Jane Smith).
- Use the phrase "C/O" (short for "care of") to indicate that the letter is being sent to someone who is holding it for the intended recipient.
- If the letter is being sent to a business or organization, you may need to include the name of the department or person responsible for forwarding the letter (e.g., "C/O Accounting Department").
- Be aware that there may be additional steps or requirements for forwarding a letter, especially if it's being sent to a government agency or a secure facility.
Remember to always check with the recipient or the person holding the letter to confirm their address and any specific requirements for forwarding the letter.