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Address Line 1 vs. Address Line 2

Key differences, comparison table, and field placement rules.

Quick Answer

Address Line 1 is for your primary street address (building number and street name), while Address Line 2 is for secondary address info (apartment, suite, unit, or floor number). Line 1 is mandatory for delivery, while Line 2 is optional and only used when applicable.

✓ Key Rules at a Glance

  • Line 1 = Primary building location (House # + Street Name). Required.
  • Line 2 = Internal sub-unit location (Apt #, Suite #, Floor). Optional.
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100 Fulfillment Way

Seattle, WA 98101

Destination Address

Michael Scott

1725 Slough Avenue

Suite 200 Line 1 (Street) + Line 2 (Suite)

Scranton, PA 18503

UNITED STATES

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Apartment, suite, unit, building, floor, etc.

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