Envelope Sizes Guide

With various sizes available, it can get confusing selecting the right envelope for your needs. Use our handy guide to ensure you’re making the right choice

Envelopes of various sizes
 

Standard Envelope Sizes

Here are the most commonly used envelopes in Australia.

DL envelopes

DL Envelopes

A DL (Dimension Lengthwise) envelope measures 110 x 220mm. It fits A4 paper folded into thirds. These envelopes are popular for both professional and personal correspondence.

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DLX envelopes

DLX Envelopes

A DLX envelope measures 120 x 235mm. Slightly larger than DL envelopes, it fits A4 paper folded twice and is suitable for thicker documents.

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B4 envelopes

B4 Envelopes

A B4 envelope measures 250 x 353mm. Slightly larger than C4 envelopes, it fits unfolded A4 paper and is ideal for thicker documents.

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C4 envelopes

C4 Envelopes

A C4 envelope measures 229 x 324mm. It fits unfolded A4 sheets. These are ideal for documents that need to remain straight or unfolded, such as certificates, legal paperwork and business correspondence.

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C5 envelopes

C5 Envelopes

A C5 envelope measures 162 x 229mm. It fits A4 paper folded in half, or A5 paper unfolded.

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C6 envelopes

C6 Envelopes

A C6 envelope measures 114 x 162mm. It fits A4 paper folded into quarters, A5 paper folded in half or A6 paper unfolded. C6 envelopes are commonly used for invitations, greeting cards and handwritten letters.

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Square envelopes

Square Envelopes

A Square envelope measures 160 x 160mm. Square envelopes are perfect for sending out invitations, cards, RSVPs and more.

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Other Things to Consider

Besides size, there are several other features to distinguish envelopes.

Wallet and pocket envelopes

Flap Styles

There are two types of flaps: wallet and pocket.

  • Wallet (also known as banker) envelopes open on the long edge
  • Pocket envelopes open on the short edge
 
 
Plain face and window face envelopes

Envelope Face

Envelopes either have a plain face or a window face.

  • Window envelopes have a clear window on the front of the envelope and are commonly used for invoices, statements and other documents with pre-printed addresses.
  • Plain face envelopes allow you to write addresses for a more personalised look, or affix address labels for a more professional look.
 
 
Envelope seals

Seal Type

There are three types of closures for envelopes.

  • Gummed – moisten the flap, then press down to seal the envelope
  • Peel and seal – remove the strip on the flap, then press down to seal the envelope
  • Self seal – fold the flap onto the envelope and press down to seal it
 
 
Privacy Type

Privacy Type

  • Secretive Lining – some enevleopes have secretive print on the inside which prevents the contents from being seen. View the range.
 
 
 

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