Tips for Entering Addresses

Abbreviations

Abbreviate directional words and street designators according to USPS guidelines (e.g., Avenue = AVE, Circle = CIR).

Using a PO Box and a street address

The address in the line above the city is the one recognized by the USPS. If possible, eliminate dual addresses because the first line is ignored. In this example, the PO Box is ignored and the mail is delivered to the street address. Example:

MRS SUSAN BANNER

PO BOX 1979

1234 PLEASANT VIEW DR

NASHVILLE TN 37212-4568

Using Address Line 2

Always try to include the complete street address on one line. If an address is too long, you may use Address Line 2. Example:

MR MICHAEL MURRAY

APT C-1979

5800 SPRINGFIELD MOUNTAIN GARDENS CIR

NASHVILLE TN 37212-4568