How to Write an Address on an Envelope (USPS Format)

↩️Return Address (Sender)

Full Name *

Address Line 1 *

Address Line 2

City *

State *

ZIP Code *

📮Recipient Address

Full Name *

Address Line 1 *

Address Line 2

City *

State *

ZIP Code *

✉️Envelope Preview

⚠️ Complete Required Information:

• Complete sender address required for validation
• Complete recipient address required for validation

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Ready to Preview Your Envelope

Complete both addresses and click "Validate with USPS" to see your formatted envelope

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📚 USPS Address Formatting Guidelines

Essential Rules

✓Use ALL CAPITAL LETTERS
✓No punctuation marks (periods, commas)
✓Use approved abbreviations
✓Left-align all address lines

Common Abbreviations

Street Types:

STREET → ST

AVENUE → AVE

BOULEVARD → BLVD

DRIVE → DR

Unit Types:

APARTMENT → APT

SUITE → STE

BUILDING → BLDG

FLOOR → FL

💡 Pro Tip

The return address should be placed in the upper left corner, while the recipient address should be centered both horizontally and vertically on the envelope for optimal processing by USPS automated sorting equipment.

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