How to Send Letters: Complete Guide

Master the art of sending letters in the UK and internationally - from proper addressing to choosing the right postage

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UK Letter Sending Guide

Essential UK Postal Requirements:

Address Formatting

  • Recipient's name on first line
  • Building number and street name
  • Town/city name
  • County (if needed)
  • Postcode on last line

Letter Writing Tips

  • Use clear, legible handwriting
  • Include return address
  • Write postcode in capitals
  • Use proper letter format

Sending Letters Internationally

When sending letters to international destinations, consider these important factors:

Address Formatting

  • Country-specific formats
  • Destination country in CAPITALS
  • Clear postal/ZIP codes

International Requirements

  • Customs declarations
  • Correct postage rates
  • Country restrictions

Delivery Information

UK Delivery Times

  • Next business day delivery
  • Order by 3pm for same-day dispatch
  • Tracked service available

International Delivery

  • 3-5 business days for Europe
  • 5-7 days for rest of world
  • International tracking

Document Types We Handle

Legal Documents

  • • Contracts & Agreements
  • • Legal Notices
  • • Court Documents
  • • Terms & Conditions

Business Correspondence

  • • Official Letters
  • • Invoices & Statements
  • • Purchase Orders
  • • Company Updates

Personal Documents

  • • Personal Letters
  • • Certificates
  • • Applications
  • • Important Notices

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