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Mexico Address Format

How to write an address in Mexico: field order, postal code rules, and a correct example.

Use this guide to format a Mexico address correctly. The fields below follow the local delivery convention, and the example uses a fictional street and building number.

Field order

  1. 1Calle Ejemplo 123
  2. 2Colonia Centro
  3. 306000 Ciudad de México, CDMX
  4. 4Mexico

Postal code: Código postal

Correct example

Calle Ejemplo 123
Colonia Centro
06000 Ciudad de México, CDMX
Mexico

Mexican addresses use a five-digit postal code. The colonia (neighbourhood) is an important part of the address.

What to watch for: For domestic mail, no. For international mail, write the country name in capital letters on the last line. Use the English name or the ISO country name.

FAQ

Should the postal code go before or after the city?
It depends on the country. Germany, France, and Japan put the postal code before the city; the US, UK, and Canada usually put it after the city or on its own line. Follow the field order shown above.
Do I need the country name?
For domestic mail, no. For international mail, write the country name in capital letters on the last line. Use the English name or the ISO country name.

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