Custom Envelope Printing FAQs

• What size envelope do I need?

  It depends on what you're mailing. For an 8.5" x 11" letter folded in thirds, use a #10 envelope. To mail 8.5" x 11"…

• What is the most common business envelope size?

  The #10 envelope (4 1/8" x 9 1/2") is the most common business envelope in the U.S. It holds a standard letter folded…

• What's the difference between A-style and numbered envelopes?

  Numbered envelopes (#9, #10) are commercial or business envelopes, long and narrow for folded letters. A-style…

• Should I choose a window or non-window envelope?

  Choose a window envelope when the address is already printed on your document, as with invoices, statements and…

• What is a security tint envelope?

  A security tint envelope has a pattern printed on the inside so the contents can't be read through the paper. Our…

• Can I print my logo on envelopes?

  Yes. Every envelope can be printed with your logo, return address, brand colors and artwork, in full color or 1 color…

• Which envelopes offer variable addressing?

  Variable addressing, where we print each recipient's name and address from your CSV list, is available on #10, #9…

• What paper stocks do you offer?

  White Premium Opaque 70lb, White Linen Uncoated 70lb, and Self-Seal Security Strip Uncoated 60lb with a blue security…

• What is envelope converting?

  Envelope converting is the process of turning flat printed sheets into finished envelopes by die-cutting, folding and…

• What is the minimum order for custom envelopes?

  Most of our envelopes can be ordered in quantities as low as 25, which is perfect for short runs, events and test…

• How fast can I get custom envelopes?

  Most envelopes ship in 2–4 business days, and select sizes offer faster turnaround. Variable addressing orders use…

• Do you offer custom envelope sizes or double-window envelopes?

  Yes. Custom sizes, double windows, foil, custom flaps and other special requests are available through our custom…

• How much postage does a printed envelope need?

  Most #10, #9, A2, A6, A7 and A9 envelopes mail at the regular letter rate (one Forever stamp up to 1 oz) when they're…

• Do you have envelope templates?

  Yes. Download free envelope templates in PDF, AI, InDesign, Photoshop and JPG/JPEG formats, with safe areas, bleed and…

• Which industries use custom printed envelopes?

  Nearly every industry, with different envelopes for different jobs: Accounting and payroll: security window envelopes…

• 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…