Question
Can I mail a brochure without an envelope?
Answer
Yes. Self-mailer brochures skip the envelope entirely and are a common, cost-effective way to mail. You just need to seal the piece, leave room for the address, and use stock heavy enough to survive postal sorting.
- Sealing: USPS requires wafer seals or tabs on self-mailers so the piece does not spring open and jam automated mail equipment
- Tab placement: follows the fold, the final fold (the closed spine) generally leads through the machines and tabs go on the open edge
- Tab count: simple folds may need one tab, booklet-style folds often need two, so confirm current USPS guidance for your fold and size
- Address panel: reserve a clear area on one side for the mailing address that meets USPS layout and clear-space rules to qualify for standard postage
- Stock: at least 80lb cover to hold up in sorting equipment
- Dimensions: keep the folded size within USPS letter limits to avoid flat-rate pricing
| Fold type | Common tab requirement |
|---|---|
| Single fold (bi-fold) | Usually 1 tab, open edge |
| Tri-fold / letter fold | 1 to 2 tabs, open edge |
| Booklet / bound | Often 2 tabs |
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