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Formal Letter template and format

A formal letter follows a predictable format, and once you know the sections you never have to think about layout again. Here is the standard structure with a copy-paste template, plus a tool to fill it in from your own notes.

How to use this template

Keep the address blocks and the salutation/complimentary-close pairing intact: Dear Mr/Ms [Name] pairs with Yours sincerely, and Dear Sir or Madam pairs with Yours faithfully. Mixing them is the most common formal-letter mistake.

Example

Copy-ready template · Input
A reusable structure for any formal letter.
Result
[Your Name]
[Your Address]
[Date]

[Recipient’s Name]
[Recipient’s Address]

Dear [Mr/Ms Surname or Sir or Madam],

I am writing to [purpose of the letter].

[Relevant details, dates, and reference numbers.]

[Clear request or next step.]

Thank you for your attention to this matter.

Yours sincerely,
[Your Name]

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