When writing an Application Letter, which Address comes First?

When writing an application letter, the writer’s address (also known as the sender’s address) comes first. It is usually placed at the top right or top left corner of the page.

After the sender’s address, leave a line space and write the recipient’s address (also known as the employer’s or company’s address) below it, aligned to the left.

Example Format:

John Doe  
123 Example Street  
Lagos, Nigeria  

The Hiring Manager  
ABC Ltd.  
45 Business Avenue  
Abuja, Nigeria  
  

This format follows the standard professional letter-writing style used globally.