Addressing an Envelope
Address the envelope parallel to the longest edge of the envelope.
The procedures for addressing your items to mail is as follows:
- Recipient's name
- Business's name (if applicable)
- Street address (with apartment or suite number)
- City, State and ZIP code (on the same line)*
- Country*
Include your return address in the upper left-hand corner of the envelope or package.
Place the stamp or postage in the upper right-hand corner of the envelope.
Addressing a Package
Address the package on the largest face and parallel to the longest edge of the package.
Address the item you are shipping as follows:
- Recipient's name
- Business's name (if applicable)
- Street address (with apartment or suite number)
- City, State and ZIP code (on the same line)*
- Country*
Include your return address in the upper left-hand corner of the envelope or package.
Place the stamp or postage in the upper right-hand corner of the envelope.