A7 Envelope Printing FAQs

• What size is an A7 envelope?

  An A7 envelope measures 5 1/4" x 7 1/4" (5.25" x 7.25"). It's the standard envelope for 5" x 7" invitations, greeting…

• What size envelope do I need for a 5x7 invitation?

  An A7 envelope. At 5 1/4" x 7 1/4", it gives a 5" x 7" card about 1/8" of room on each side, so it slides in easily…

• Is an A7 envelope the same as a 5x7 envelope?

  Yes. "5x7 envelope" is the common name for an A7, because it's made to hold 5" x 7" cards. The envelope itself is…

• What fits in an A7 envelope?

  5" x 7" invitations, greeting cards, photo cards and announcements, 5x7 photo prints, folded 7" x 10" cards, and…

• 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 4x6 photos and cards, and A7 (5 1/4" x 7…

• Which PrintMagic cards fit in an A7 envelope?

  Our 5" x 7" invitation cards (including foil, Akuafoil, pearl metallic, silk, ultra thick and brown kraft styles), 5"…

• Can I put an RSVP envelope inside an A7 envelope?

  Yes. An A2 or A6 envelope fits inside an A7 along with your RSVP card, which makes it the classic choice for wedding…

• What are A7 envelopes used for?

  Wedding invitations, save-the-dates, holiday and photo cards, event invitations, graduation and birth announcements…

• Are A7 envelopes good for wedding invitations?

  Yes. A7 is the most popular wedding invitation envelope size. Choose a full-color design to match your suite or our…

• Can businesses use A7 envelopes for direct mail?

  Absolutely. A colorful A7 with a printed address looks like a personal invitation, not junk mail, so it's great for…

• What paper options are available for A7 envelopes?

  Choose White Premium Opaque 70lb for bright, vivid color, or White Linen Uncoated 70lb for a textured, upscale finish…

• Can I print a monogram or logo on A7 envelopes?

  Yes. Print a monogram, logo, return address or custom artwork in full color, or choose 1 color for a refined, minimal…

• How fast can I get custom A7 envelopes?

  Choose 1–2, 2–4 or 5–7 business day turnaround. Orders with variable addressing are produced on our standard…

• Can I get foil or a custom flap on A7 envelopes?

  Yes. Foil, custom flaps and other special finishes are available through our custom quote form.

• 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 a 5x7 invitation?

  A single 5x7 card in an A7 envelope usually needs one Forever stamp (up to 1 oz). Full invitation suites with an inner…

• Will a wax seal or ribbon cost more to mail?

  Often, yes. Rigid, lumpy or embellished envelopes can add a USPS nonmachinable surcharge. Ask your post office to…

• Which industries use custom printed A7 envelopes?

  A7 envelopes are used anywhere a 5x7 invitation or card needs to make a strong first impression: Wedding planners and…