Preparing your mail properly helps us to get it there quickly and safely. The following guidelines show you exactly how to address and format your Isle of Man, UK and international mail.
Sending mail to the Isle of Man or UK

- Use a full and accurate address and postcode
- Don't stagger or centre address lines
- You do not need to include the country name, so long as the postal town and postcode are used
- Avoid commas and full stops
- Make sure that you are not sending goods that are prohibited or restricted. See Restricted and Prohibited items
- Include your address on the back of the letter or packet
Sending mail to an international destination

- Include your name and address on the back of the letter or packet
- Include the addressee's country name in CAPITAL letters
- Do not stagger or centre address lines
- If sending by Airmail, please use an Airmail sticker
- There should be a generous margin around the address
- Make sure that you are not sending goods that are prohibited or restricted. See Restricted and Prohibited items
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