How to Send a Letter or Postcard: International

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Write the delivery address in the bottom center, with the destination country's name (in English) on the last line. Postcards: Postcards come in different formats, so write the delivery address in the space it gives you (on the same side you write your message and put the stamp).","image":"https://www.usps.com/assets/images/international/send-international-mail-step03.jpg","url":"https://www.usps.com/international/letters.htm#step3"},{"@type":"HowToStep","name":"Calculate and apply postage","text":"For just 1 $1.65 First-Class Mail International Global Forever stamp, you can send a 1 oz letter or postcard to any other country in the world. Put stamps in the upper right corner of the envelope. (For postcards, put the stamp in the space provided near the delivery address.) 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country, the address may be a little different, but it's still easy and affordable: it only costs $1.65 to send a 1 oz letter (or postcard) using a <a href="https://store.usps.com/store/stamps/international/_/N-6vj2li">USPS<sup>®</sup> Global Forever<sup>®</sup> stamp</a>.</p> <p>For mail to U.S. destinations (including U.S. territories and APO/FPO/DPO addresses), see <a href="/ship/letters.htm">How to Send a Letter or Postcard: Domestic</a>.</p> <p>For instructions on how to ship a package to another country, see <a href="/international/preparing-international-shipments.htm">How to Send a Package: International</a>.</p> </div> <div class="col-md-6 hidden-sm hidden-xs"> <img src="/assets/images/international/int-letter.jpg" alt="Person preparing to send a letter using First-Class Mail International service." /> </div> </div> </div> </div> </section> <style> section.jumbotron.alert-topper.red { background: transparent; margin-top:60px; margin-bottom: 30px; } 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display: block; clear: both; border-top: 1px solid #d8d8d8; } <a class="drawer-link" href="#">\n\t<img alt="" src="https://www.usps.com/component-guide/blue-caret.svg" class="drawer-trigger" />\n</a> </style> <div class="row"> <div class="col-md-12 col-sm-12 col-xs-12"> <div class="unit-expand" id="step1" name="step1"> <div class="row"> <div class="col-md-4 col-md-push-7 col-sm-4 col-sm-push-7 col-xs-10"> <img src="/assets/images/international/send-international-mail-step01.jpg" class="drawer-image" alt="Step 1: Ask, 'Can I send this?'" /> </div> <div class="col-md-1 col-md-push-7 col-sm-1 col-sm-push-7 col-xs-2"> <a class="drawer-link" href="#"> <img alt="" src="https://www.usps.com/component-guide/blue-caret.svg" class="drawer-trigger" /> </a> </div> <div class="col-md-7 col-md-pull-5 col-sm-7 col-sm-pull-5 col-xs-12 content"> <h4>Step 1: Ask, "Can I Send This?"</h4> <p>Different countries have different rules on what they’ll allow in. Look up your destination country in the <a href="https://pe.usps.com/text/Imm/immctry.htm">Index of Countries and Localities</a> to make sure you’re following their rules.</p> <p>If you’re just sending correspondence (no trading cards, bookmarks, stickers, etc.) or nonnegotiable documents (just paper; no cash, checks, or other items that have cash value), you don’t need a customs form.</p> <p><a class="expand-more" href="#">Show More</a></p> </div> </div> <div class="row drawer"> <div class="col-md-4 col-md-push-7 col-sm-4 col-sm-push-7 col-xs-10">  </div> <div class="col-md-7 col-md-pull-4 col-sm-7 col-sm-pull-4 col-xs-12 content"> <div class=""> <p><strong>Reminder:</strong> You can only use <a href="/international/first-class-mail-international.htm">First-Class Mail International<sup>®</sup> service</a> to send correspondence (like a personal or business letter) or other nonnegotiable documents in a letter that weighs up to 3.5 oz or large envelope that weighs under 15.994 oz. </p> </div> </div> </div> </div> <div class="unit-expand" id="step2" name="step2"> <div class="row"> <div class="col-md-4 col-md-push-7 col-sm-4 col-sm-push-7 col-xs-10"> <img src="/assets/images/international/send-international-mail-step02.jpg" alt="Step 2: Choose your envelope or postcard." class="drawer-image" /> </div> <div class="col-md-1 col-md-push-7 col-sm-1 col-sm-push-7 col-xs-2"> <a class="drawer-link" href="#"> <img alt="" src="https://www.usps.com/component-guide/blue-caret.svg" class="drawer-trigger" /> </a> </div> <div class="col-md-7 col-md-pull-5 col-sm-7 col-sm-pull-5 col-xs-12 content"> <h4>Step 2: Choose Your Envelope or Postcard </h4> <p><strong>Envelopes</strong> are for sending paper documents like letters, cards, and forms.</p> <p><strong>Postcards</strong> are for short messages that you don't need to put in an envelope. </p> <p><a class="expand-more" href="#">Show More</a></p> </div> </div> <div class="row drawer"> <div class="col-md-4 col-md-push-7 col-sm-4 col-sm-push-7 col-xs-10"> <img src="/assets/images/ship/step-1-env.jpg" alt="No. 10 envelope compared to the minimum and maximum envelope sizes"> </div> <div class="col-md-7 col-md-pull-4 col-sm-7 col-sm-pull-4 col-xs-12 content"> <div class=""> <p>Just like U.S. letters, international letters must be rectangular and made of paper to qualify for letter prices. Letter envelopes for international mail can be 11-1/2" long x 6-1/8" high. (A standard No. 10 envelope is 9-1/2" long x 4-1/8" high.) You can fold what you put in your envelope, but it needs to stay flat—no more than 1/4" thick. </p> <p><strong>TIP:</strong> If your letter can't fit through USPS<sup>®</sup> mail processing equipment, it’s "nonmachinable" and you’ll have to pay $0.46 more to send it. (<a href="#step4">See additional postage in Step 4</a>.) Nonmachinable items include envelopes that are lumpy or rigid, or have clasps, string, or buttons. You’ll also have to pay more if your envelopes are square or vertical (taller than they are wide).</p> <p> If you want to send letter-sized correspondence without folding it, you can use a large envelope (called a 'flat"); the <a href="https://pe.usps.com/text/dmm300/Notice123.htm#_c341">postage for international flats starts at $3.15</a>. If your large envelope is nonrectangular, rigid (can't bend), or lumpy (not uniformly thick), you'll have to pay the package price.</p> <p><strong>Postcards:</strong> Standard postcards are usually made of thick paper (cardstock), are between 5-1/2" to 6" long and 3-1/2" to 4-1/4" high, and are no more than 0.016" thick. Sending a regular-sized, rectangular postcard from the U.S. to another country costs the same as sending a letter.</p> <a href="https://pe.usps.com/text/dmm100/mailing-international.htm" class="button--secondary">Size & Weight Requirements – Postcards & Envelopes </a>                </div> </div> </div> </div> <div class="unit-expand" name="step-3" id="step-3"> <div class="row"> <div class="col-md-4 col-md-push-7 col-sm-4 col-sm-push-7 col-xs-10"> <img src="/assets/images/international/send-international-mail-step03.jpg" alt="Step 3: Address your mail: Write the return address in the top left corner, and put USA on the bottom line. In the center, write the delivery address, with the destination country on the bottom line. Also write AIR MAIL / PAR AVION in an available space." class="drawer-image" /> </div> <div class="col-md-1 col-md-push-7 col-sm-1 col-sm-push-7 col-xs-2"> <a class="drawer-link" href="#"> <img alt="" src="https://www.usps.com/component-guide/blue-caret.svg" class="drawer-trigger" /> </a> </div> <div class="col-md-7 col-md-pull-5 col-sm-7 col-sm-pull-5 col-xs-12 content"> <h4 id="step3">Step 3: Address Your Mail </h4> <p>International address formats are different for each country. You also need to write the delivery address in English (if you need to use another language, add the English translation after each line).</p> <p><strong>Envelopes:</strong> Write your address (the "return" or "sender" address) in the top left corner (and put "USA" on the last line). Write the delivery address in the center (near the bottom). Put the destination country's name (in English) on the last line.</p> <p><strong>Postcards:</strong> Postcards come in different formats, so write the delivery address in the space it gives you (on the same side you write your message and put the stamp). </p> <p><a class="expand-more" href="#">Show More</a></p> </div> </div> <div class="row drawer">    <div class="col-md-7 col-sm-7 col-xs-12 content"> <div class=""> <p>Print your return address and the delivery address clearly, in the correct spots, to make sure your mail is delivered on time. </p> <h4>International Address Format Tips</h4> <ul> <li>Print addresses neatly in capital letters.</li> <li>Use a pen or permanent marker.</li> <li>Don’t use commas or periods.</li> </ul> <h4>Write Sender Address </h4> <p>Write your address in the U.S. (the “return address”) in the top-left corner. Include the following on separate lines: </p> <ul> <li>Your full name or company name</li> <li>Apartment or suite number </li> <li>Full street address</li> <li>City, State, and <a href="https://tools.usps.com/zip-code-lookup.htm?byaddress">ZIP+4 Code<sup>®</sup></a></li> <li>USA</li> </ul> <h4>Write Delivery Address </h4> <p>Write the delivery address in the bottom center of the envelope.</p> <p>You must write the delivery address in English, though you can include the delivery address in another language (like Russian, Greek, Arabic, Hebrew, Japanese, or Chinese), if you write the English translation after each line.</p> <p>Many countries use different address formats (for example, the Postal Code might go before the city). Get specific information about other countries’ postal addresses by going to the <a href="https://www.upu.int/en/Postal-Solutions/Programmes-Services/Addressing-Solutions#postal-addressing-systems-(pas)">Universal Postal Union and clicking "Postal Addressing Systems (PAS)"</a>.</p> <p>Generally, include the following on separate lines: </p> <ul> <li>Recipient's full name or company name </li> <li>Full street address </li> <li>City, Subdivision (like province, state, county), and Postal Code </li> <li>Country</li> </ul> <p>See more on <a href="https://pe.usps.com/text/imm/immc1_008.htm">addresses in the International Mail Manual</a>.</p> <p><strong>Address Example (United Kingdom):</strong></p> <p><strong>MR THOMAS CLARK<br /> 117 RUSSELL DRIVE<br /> LONDON W1P 6HQ<br /> UNITED KINGDOM</strong></p> <p><strong>NOTE:</strong> If you're sending mail to a U.S. territory, U.S. military base, or U.S. embassy in another country (APO/FPO/DPO mail), see <a href="/ship/letters.htm">How to Send a Letter or Postcard: Domestic</A>.</p> <p><strong>IMPORTANT:</strong> When you send using First-Class Mail International, you must write <a href="https://pe.usps.com/text/Imm/immc2_019.htm#ep2369174">"AIRMAIL/PAR AVION"</a> on the address side of your postcard, letter, or large envelope.</p> <p>When you're done addressing your envelope, put what you’re sending inside the envelope, then close and seal it.</p> </div> </div> </div> </div> <div class="unit-expand" name="step4" id="step4"> <div class="row"> <div class="col-md-4 col-md-push-7 col-sm-4 col-sm-push-7 col-xs-10"> <img src="/assets/images/international/send-international-mail-step04.jpg" alt="Step 4: Calculate and apply postage, putting a Global Forever stamp on the same side as the address: top right for envelopes, and in the provided space on postcards." class="drawer-image" /> </div> <div class="col-md-1 col-md-push-7 col-sm-1 col-sm-push-7 col-xs-2"> <a class="drawer-link" href="#"> <img alt="" src="https://www.usps.com/component-guide/blue-caret.svg" class="drawer-trigger" /> </a> </div> <div class="col-md-7 col-md-pull-5 col-sm-7 col-sm-pull-5 col-xs-12 content"> <h4>Step 4: Calculate & Apply Postage </h4> <p>For just 1 <a href="https://store.usps.com/store/stamps/international/_/N-6vj2li">$1.65 First-Class Mail International Global Forever stamp</a>, you can send a 1 oz letter or postcard to any other country in the world.</p> <p>Put stamps in the upper right corner of the envelope. (For postcards, put the stamp in the space provided near the delivery address.)</p> <p>If your letter is heavier or bigger, if your postcard is large or square, or if you want to add extra services, you'll need to pay more.</p> <p><a class="expand-more" href="#">Show More</a></p> </div> </div> <div class="row drawer">    <div class="col-md-7 col-sm-7 col-xs-12 content"> <div class=""> <p>Postage for international letters depends on weight, size/shape, and the price group of the country that you’re sending to. (See the <a href="https://pe.usps.com/text/imm/immpg.htm">Country Price Groups</a> listing.) </p> <p>You can weigh your letter with a kitchen scale, <a href="https://store.usps.com/store/product/shipping-supplies/usps-25lb-usb-postal-freight-scale-P_843031">postal scale</a>, at a self-service kiosk, or at the Post Office<sup>™</sup> counter. </p> <p><strong>TIP:</strong> As a rule of thumb, you can send a 1 oz letter (4 sheets of regular printer paper and a business-sized envelope) or a postcard—to any country in the world—for 1 First-Class Mail<sup>®</sup> Global Forever stamp (currently $1.65). You can also use any other combination of stamps that adds up to $1.65.</p> <p>The postage for a large envelope (or flat) starts at $3.15 for 1 oz. </p> <h4>Where Can I Buy Postage? </p> <ul> <li><a href="https://store.usps.com/store">The Postal Store</a><br /> Shop online for all stamps and add-on postage for oversized or heavier envelopes. </li> <li><a href="https://tools.usps.com/locations/">Post Office™ Locations</a><br /> Buy stamps at Post Offices, <a href="https://tools.usps.com/locations/home.htm?locationType=SSK">self-service kiosks</a>, or at <a href="https://tools.usps.com/locations/home.htm?locationType=NR">National Retailers</a> such as grocery and drug stores. </li> </ul> <h4>Additional Postage </h4> <p>If your letter weighs over 1 oz, you can buy additional postage in the amount you need, up to 3.5 oz. (Also, you can mail a large envelope that weighs up to 15.994 oz, paying the rate for large envelopes [flats].): </p> <ul> <li>The price for each additional ounce will depend on the destination country's price group: <ol> <li>Find the country in the <a href="https://pe.usps.com/text/dmm300/Notice123.htm#_c419">Country Price Groups section of the Price List page</a>, look in the "First-Class Mail Int'l" Price Group column, and get the price group number.</li> <li>Look in the <a href="https://pe.usps.com/text/dmm300/Notice123.htm#_c341">First-Class Mail International Price List</a> to see the fees for that price group.</li> </ol> <li>Or, just use the <a href="https://postcalc.usps.com/Calculator/Index?country=10440">International Price Calculator</a>.</li> <li>Nonmachinable letters that are lumpy, rigid, or rectangular, or that have clasps, string, or buttons will cost $0.46 more to send. You'll also have to pay more if your letters are square or vertical (taller than they are wide). </li> <li>You can also <a href="https://store.usps.com/store/results/_/N-1p172hzZ1gewhfyZqvz3mjZizv7mlZ1o5cmz1Z18ninmz">buy 1¢, 2¢, 3¢, 5¢, and 10¢ stamps at The Postal Store<sup>®</sup></a>. </li> <li>Note: If your large envelope (flat) is lumpy, rigid, or nonrectangular, you’ll have to pay the package price.</li> </ul> <p><strong>TIP:</strong> Put the stamp on last; that way, if you make a mistake at any other point, you won’t waste a stamp. </p> <p><a href="https://postcalc.usps.com/Calculator/Index?country=10440">Calculate International Postage</a></p> <h4>Extra Services </h4> <p>If you want insurance, proof of delivery, signature services, or other optional services, you’ll have to pay extra. Note that not all extra services are available for all products; our <a href="/international/insurance-extra-services.htm">International Insurance & Extra Services</a> page has more details. </p> <p>When you go to the Post Office to mail First-Class Mail International letters, some of the more common extra services that you can add include:</p> <ul> <li>Registered Mail<sup>®</sup>: Requires that the recipient sign for the mail to confirm delivery (or attempted delivery). Registered items are handled separately and securely while in the U.S.—destination country procedures may vary. The office of mailing will keep a mailing receipt, and the office of destination will keep a record of delivery.</li> <li>Return Receipt: Available as an add-on when you use Registered Mail service to send a First-Class Mail International item. When you mail the item from a Post Office, a card is attached. When the item is delivered (or delivery is attempted), the card is signed and sent to you as a delivery record. (Note that some countries may not require a recipient signature.)</li> <li>Certificate of Mailing: Proof that you mailed something from a Post Office location.</li> </ul> <p><strong>A Note on Tracking:</strong> You can’t get tracking on First-Class Mail International letters. You can use Registered Mail service with Return Receipt, or use a <a href="/international/mail-shipping-services.htm">USPS international package shipping service</a> that offers tracking.</p> <p><strong>TIP:</strong> If you’re sending large envelopes (flats) using Priority Mail<sup>®</sup> International, Priority Mail Express<sup>®</sup> International, or First-Class Package International Service<sup>®</sup>, you can use <a href="https://cnsb.usps.com">Click-N-Ship<sup>®</sup></a> service to pay for and print your own postage online. </p> </div> </div> </div> </div> <div class="unit-expand" name="step5" id="step5"> <div class="row"> <div class="col-md-4 col-md-push-7 col-sm-4 col-sm-push-7 col-xs-10"> <img src="/assets/images/international/send-international-mail-step05.jpg" alt="Step 5: Send your mail by putting it in your mailbox, Blue Box, or Post Office." class="drawer-image" /> </div> <div class="col-md-1 col-md-push-7 col-sm-1 col-sm-push-7 col-xs-2"> <a class="drawer-link" href="#"> <img alt="" src="https://www.usps.com/component-guide/blue-caret.svg" class="drawer-trigger" /> </a> </div> <div class="col-md-7 col-md-pull-5 col-sm-7 col-sm-pull-5 col-xs-12 content"> <h4>Step 5: Send Your Mail </h4> <p>Once your envelope or postcard has the correct addresses and postage, you can send it several ways, including putting it in your mailbox or dropping it in a <a href="https://tools.usps.com/locations/home.htm?locationType=CB">blue collection box</a> or at a <a href="https://tools.usps.com/locations/">Post Office location</a>.</p> <p><a class="expand-more" href="#">Show More</a></p> </div> </div> <div class="row drawer">    <div class="col-md-7 col-sm-7 col-xs-12 content"> <div class=""> <ul> <li>Put your letter inside your mailbox and raise the flag (if you have one).</li> <li>If you have a cluster mailbox, drop it in the outgoing mail slot. </li> <li>Drop it off in a blue collection box.</li> <li>Take it to a Post Office<sup>™</sup> lobby drop.</li> </ul> <p><strong>Important Note:</strong> If your envelope has postage stamps and weighs more than 10 oz or is thicker than 1/2", you can't put it in a collection box; you have to give it to an employee at a Post Office location. See more details on <a href="https://faq.usps.com/s/article/What-Can-and-Cannot-be-Deposited-in-a-Collection-Box ">What Can and Cannot be Deposited in a Collection Box<sup>®</sup>?</a> (Also see <a href="https://faq.usps.com/s/article/Customs-Forms-The-Basics#depositing_mail_requiring_customs_declarations">specific guidance around dropping off mail that requires customs forms</a>—though if you’re sending mail under 15.994 oz that’s just documents, you don’t need to do a customs form.)</p> <p>See <a href="https://tools.usps.com/locations/">Post Offices & Drop-Off Locations</a> </p> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> </section> <script src="/assets/script/globals/jquery.min.js"></script> <script src="/assets/script/globals/popper.min.js"></script> <script src="/assets/script/globals/bootstrap.js"></script> <script src="/assets/script/bootstrap-custom.js"></script> <script> $('.unit-expand .drawer-trigger').on('click touch', function(e){ e.preventDefault(); $(this).parents('.unit-expand').toggleClass('active'); 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