A2 Envelope Printing FAQs

• What size is an A2 envelope?

  An A2 envelope measures 4 3/8" x 5 3/4" (4.375" x 5.75"). It's designed for A2 cards, which are 4.25" x 5.5".

• What fits in an A2 envelope?

  4.25" x 5.5" cards and notecards, RSVP and reply cards, gift cards, small invitations, 4" x 5" photos, and 8.5" x 11"…

• Which PrintMagic cards fit in an A2 envelope?

  Our 4.25" x 5.5" invitation cards and flat greeting cards, plus 4.25" x 11" folded greeting cards, which fold to 4.25"…

• Can I fit a tri-folded letter in an A2 envelope?

  No. A tri-folded 8.5" x 11" letter needs a #10 envelope. An A2 fits a letter folded into quarters (4.25" x 5.5").

• What's the difference between A2, A6 and A7 envelopes?

  Size. A2 (4 3/8" x 5 3/4") fits 4.25" x 5.5" cards, A6 (4 3/4" x 6 1/2") fits 4.5" x 6.25" cards, A7 (5 1/4" x 7 1/4")…

• What are A2 envelopes used for?

  They're most often used for RSVP cards, thank-you notes, small invitations, gift cards, greeting and holiday cards…

• Are A2 envelopes good for RSVP cards?

  Yes. A2 is one of the most popular RSVP envelope sizes. Many couples and event planners print the return address on…

• Can I use A2 envelopes for business thank-you cards?

  Absolutely. A branded A2 with your logo on the flap turns a simple thank-you into a memorable touchpoint for…

• Can you print on the back flap of A2 envelopes?

  Yes. Print the front, the back flap, or both. Popular flap designs include a logo, monogram, return address, or a…

• Can you print guest addresses on A2 envelopes?

  Yes. With variable addressing, send us your guest or customer list, and we'll print each name and address directly on…

• Can I order a small quantity of A2 envelopes?

  Yes. You can order as few as 25 A2 envelopes and up to 500, or 100 to 2,500 with variable addressing. That's ideal for…

• How fast can I get custom A2 envelopes?

  Choose 1–2, 2–4 or 5–7 business day turnaround, depending on your deadline. Orders with variable addressing are…

• What kind of flap do A2 envelopes have?

  A2 envelopes have a pre-glued (gummed) flap that you moisten and press to seal.

• What paper are your A2 envelopes printed on?

  White Premium Opaque 70lb text (about 28lb bond). It's smooth, bright and opaque, and easy to write on if you add a…

• What file format do you need for variable addressing?

  Please send your mailing list as a CSV file (.csv). You can build it in Excel or Google Sheets, then choose File →…

• How should my mailing list be formatted?

  Your CSV needs one header row followed by one recipient per row. Label the header columns exactly as follows: Column…

• What if a recipient doesn't have a company name or suite number?

  Just leave that cell blank, but keep the column in your file. All five columns (A to E) should be present in every…

• Should city, state and ZIP code go in separate columns?

  No. Put the city, state and ZIP code together in column E, for example "GLENDALE CA 91202". Don't split them into…

• Will my addresses print exactly as I type them?

  Yes. We print each address exactly as it appears in your file, so check spelling, apartment numbers and ZIP codes…

• Why are leading zeros missing from some of my ZIP codes?

  Excel sometimes drops the leading zero from ZIP codes like 02108 (Boston), turning them into 2108. Before saving…

• Is fast 1–2 day turnaround available with variable addressing?

  No. The faster 1–2 business day turnaround isn't available for variable addressing orders. Your envelopes are produced…

• Is there an extra charge for variable addressing?

  Yes. Variable addressing is a paid add-on, and the price depends on your order quantity. Select variable addressing in…

• Can you print international addresses?

  Yes. We'll print any address you provide in the format above. Most customers mail to U.S. addresses, but for an…

• How many envelopes should I order with variable addressing?

  Order at least as many envelopes as there are names on your list. Many customers add a few extra blank envelopes for…

• How many stamps do I need for an A2 envelope?

  One Forever stamp covers a standard A2 envelope up to 1 oz. A2 envelopes are rectangular, so they mail at regular…

• Do square envelopes cost more to mail than A2 envelopes?

  Yes. Square envelopes carry a USPS nonmachinable surcharge, while rectangular A2 envelopes mail at the standard letter…

• Which industries use custom printed A2 envelopes?

  A2 envelopes are used in almost every industry that sends cards or small notes: Weddings and events: RSVPs, reply…