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How to Address an Envelope in Care of Someone Else

By eHow Culture & Society Editor

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Sometimes you need to send a letter to someone who is not currently at their residence, and if you want the letter to reach it's destination in a timely manner, it is important that you know how to properly address an envelope in care of someone else. Follow these simple steps and you can be sure that your important letter will make it to the correct place and person.

Difficulty: Easy

Instructions

Things You'll Need:

Envelope
Pen or pencil
Postage

Step 1

Write the name of the person that you want to receive your letter in the center of the front of the envelope.
Step 2

Move down a line and write "c/o" and then the name of the person who regularly receives correspondence at the address to which you are sending your letter.
Step 3

Print the street address on the next line.
Step 4

Identify the city, state, and zip code that you want your envelope to go to by printing this information underneath the street address.
Step 5

Put your name and return address in the upper left hand corner of the envelope.
Step 6

Attach the correct postage to the upper right hand corner and mail.

Tips & Warnings

An example of a letter sent to your Mom in care of your grandmother you would write: To: Mom's name c/o Grandma's name Grandma's street address City, state, zip code
Legible printing can ensure that your envelope gets to the proper recipient on time.

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