


Use pre-printed envelopes with the 4 postcode squares if you're addressing by hand, and print the destination postcode clearly in those squares. Put your address in the top left corner, or on the back flap of the envelopeįor machine-addressed envelopes, we recommend using clear readable type such as Courier 12 point or 10 pitch. Include a return address so we can return the letter if it can't be delivered.Print clearly using dark ink preferably black on white.Use the correct postcode (you can use our find a postcode tool to do this).

For international mail, the country name should be in capitals on the bottom line.This line should be printed in capitals without punctuation or underlining, with the postcode put last The last line should contain the place name or post office of delivery, state or territory abbreviation and postcode.The second to last line should contain the number and name of the street, PO Box or locked bag number (if applicable).The top line should contain the recipient's name.Typically, the address should be written in three lines:
