前两天ARISS的 ”庆祝 ARISS 2024“ SSTV活动刚刚结束，不知各位友台是否都解码出了自己满意的SSTV图片呢？大家在解码成功后不止可以上传至空间站官网获得电子奖状，其实也可以给空间站的地面卡片局寄出一张QSL卡来跟空间站交换纸质卡片！我在去年11月底收到了空间站的回卡，本想把我寄卡和收卡的经历写成帖子跟大家分享的，奈何当时一直在学校参加各个铁路局的面试，实在腾不出时间来写，后来发现站内的友台 @"BH4HZD"#5832 也写了一篇同类型的帖子，而且讲的也很详细，所以重复的内容我就不再过多赘述，大家可以通过下面的传送门去看传送门：[如何获取 ARISS（国际空间站业余电台）的 QSL 卡片](https://forum.hamcq.cn/d/3891) 那么这篇帖子我主要想给大家介绍一下，**如何正确寄出一封国际信件以获取国际空间站的QSL卡片**呢？如果您以前从未寄过国际信件，只是像我当时一样心血来潮想要跟ARISS换卡，那么对您来说，寄出这封信或许是有一点难度的，这次我将以我自己寄信成功的经验，从**IRC的获取方式**、**去信与回信信封的规格与书写格式**以及**去邮局交寄时的注意事项**为您介绍，如有不对的地方还请指正那......正片开始！ ### IRC的获取方式国际回信券（IRC）是一种在万国邮政联盟（UPU）成员国内通用的券，**持有人持任意一国的IRC均可在各成员国兑换等于寄往国外一封航空平信最低资费的邮票**，在中国内地，一张IRC的定价是**12元**，由于目前国内使用人数较少，所以在您当地邮局直接买到IRC的概率不是很大，当然您也可以到当地邮局咨询一下，碰到好的业务员可能就会为您申请IRC（这里特别表扬济南市七里山邮电支局的业务员，帮忙申请了10张IRC），如果咨询无果，您也可以选择在网上购买，在各大电商平台搜索 ”国际回信券“ 就能找到相关结果，购买**2张**（ARISS最低要求数量）即可 **请注意：**若您选择在网上购买IRC，一定要购买**最新版**的回信券，建议您下单前提前跟客服问好回信券的**有效期**，目前最新一版的有效期为**2025年12月31日**，购买已过期的旧版回信券可能会导致您收不到回卡！ [upl-image-preview uuid=0e6113f0-e07b-4789-a9cd-69c148849ccb url=https://storage.hamcq.cn/2024-11-02/1730543941-518920-img-20241102-183850.jpg alt={TEXT?}] **（我购买的IRC）** ### 去信与回信信封的规格与书写格式当您准备好了所有材料，看到跟国内信封截然不同的国际信封时，是否觉得有些不知所措？这部分我将为您讲解如何选择去信与回信信封以及它们的书写格式 ARISS要求寄出的信中需要包含您的QSL卡、一个回信信封以及至少2张IRC，根据经验，您用来寄出的信封可以选择**7号国际信封**，而回信信封选择**5号国际信封**即可 > **去信信封（7号）的书写格式** 首先，您需要将信寄给距离国内最近的卡片局，其位于日本东京都丰岛区，具体地址如下： **ARISS Japan QSL JARL International Section Otsuka HT Bldg. 3-43-1 Minamiotsuka Toshima-ku Tokyo 170-8073 JAPAN** 您需要将上面的地址原封不动地抄写在去信信封的**右下角**，注意最下面的的日本国名 “JAPAN” 需要**全部大写**，且最好在这串地址的上方用中文写上 **“发往日本”** ，方便国内邮政工作人员分拣您的信件而您的寄信人地址和邮编，可以选择写在信封的**左上角**，也可以选择写在信封的**背面**（埋下伏笔），这将由您自己决定，也要注意寄信人地址的下方需要用全英文大写字母写上中国国名 “P.R.CHINA” ，您的地址使用全中文填写即可 ***下图是我的去信信封，寄件人地址我写在了信封背面，供您参考：*** [upl-image-preview uuid=2d1ebe82-ce11-48f0-9955-5b6b0ea353f0 url=https://storage.hamcq.cn/2025-01-07/1736231319-553969-2d1ebe82-ce11-48f0-9955-5b6b0ea353f0.png alt={TEXT?}] > **回信信封（5号）的书写格式** 回信信封的**右下角**（收信人地址处）写的是您的**中文地址**，别忘了地址的下方需要用全英文大写字母写上中国国名 “P.R.CHINA” ，地址上方则用英文写上 **”TO P.R.CHINA“** ，同样是为了方便日本方面的邮政工作人员分拣您的信件回信信封只需要填写以上信息，其他**不需要任何操作**，写完后与其他材料一并放入**去信信封**中封好即可由于下图我的回信信封上有我的个人住址，不方便展示，所以做了打码处理，但是我将列举一个格式相同的虚拟地址供您参考： **_TO P.R.CHINA 中国广东省深圳市宝安区海姆泛呼小区3栋12层1201室张三 TEL.+86 18888888888 P.R.CHINA，518101_** [upl-image-preview uuid=3e121683-f50a-4e70-b26c-7c6ff1f61cf3 url=https://storage.hamcq.cn/2024-12-02/1733180640-491292-img-20241203-070316.jpg alt={TEXT?}] **（我收到的回信信封）** ### **去邮局交寄时的注意事项** 一切准备就绪，您终于可以前往邮局寄出您的卡片了！不过在出发之前，您还需要注意以下事项： **1.选择合适的邮局** 如果您是第一次寄送国际信件，而且不想因为跑空耽误您的时间，建议您出发之前在[国家邮政局政务服务门户](https://zwfw.spb.gov.cn/gjj/pfyycsml)网站上提前查好距您最近的邮局是否开办**国际业务**，这样可以最大程度上节省您在路上所花费的时间 [upl-image-preview uuid=954f5432-0470-4bab-95a7-fc9674fe00ff url=https://storage.hamcq.cn/2025-01-07/1736234928-490707-954f5432-0470-4bab-95a7-fc9674fe00ff.jpg alt={TEXT?}] **2.邮费问题** 一般情况下，国内发往日本的国际航空信，**平信**邮费在**5元**，**挂号信**邮费在**21元**（根据中国邮政官网查询所得），前面在说去信信封寄件人地址书写位置的时候有一个 “（埋下伏笔）“ ，其实就在这了，因为如果您选择挂号信，二十多元的邮费可能会让您的信封正面大部分被邮票 “占领” （如图所示），这时如果您将地址写在信封正面左上角，就很有可能导致邮票无法贴够，那情况就尴尬了......所以您需要根据邮费以及邮票数量来选择您地址的书写位置 [upl-image-preview uuid=2aef26b7-61e9-4525-ba31-d2bdaf84e6e0 url=https://storage.hamcq.cn/2025-01-07/1736235735-183902-2aef26b7-61e9-4525-ba31-d2bdaf84e6e0.jpg alt={TEXT?}] 至此，您已经做完了全部的准备工作，邮局的业务员已经在您的信封上盖上了黑色的邮戳，您的卡片即将启程前往与我国一衣带水的邻国日本，一切顺利的话，大约**两周后**您的信件就会被邮递员送到卡片局，再过**两周左右**，您就会收到来自国际空间站的回卡，期待您早日收到回卡！也感谢您能看到这里，希望不管是与ARISS换卡，还是与其他外国朋友通信等等，我的经验都能帮助到您！这里是**BG4JGB**，73送上！

刚好在研究这个就看到了你的分享，多谢友台

@"BI1FJK"#p49171 感谢友台指正

Wow，之前还没在hamcq看到类似的教程，正好我需要这方面的内容，感谢了，作者整理辛苦。之前一封寄往加拿大的信被退回了，估计是超重了(悲)，那时候啥也不懂，用的普通信封寄的，这两天打算用国际航空封寄。另外，我记得可以用现金补足邮资来着，至少我寄往国内的挂号可以这样。

@"BI7BKE"#p49177 感谢您的支持！另外现金补交邮资的情况我确实不是很清楚，因为我一直都是一次性交齐邮资……现金补交的话是在信件因邮资不足而被退回之后的做法吗？

想起我第一次给日本卡片局寄的时候了，在柜台弄牛皮纸寄的，柜员甚至没拒收，还帮我查了邮资现在看来估计是丢了

@"YofoaStudio"#p49190 感觉寄国际信还是用国际信封比较好，国内信封的话可能国内邮局会收也会给寄出去，但是信到了国外就不保证那边的工作人员会把它当成国际信继续分拣了☹️

@"BG4JGB"#p49191 你说的有道理

@"BG4JGB"#p49181 若是没有销票之类的，可以这样。但是一开始就可以用现金支付邮资来代替邮票(其实如果只是小额的话并不推荐，小额邮资还是用邮票比较好)，国际应该也是行的通的，柜姐有一堆章，其中就有“邮资已付”。

@"BI7BKE"#p49201 两者也可以搭配使用，比如我有次寄挂号时，先贴了张1.2再补了三块钱，照样可以按照挂号信寄出。

@"BG4JGB"#p49191 我用的非国际信封，已经妥投，但是妥投2周了，还没收到回寄，信封写的不规范，估计打水漂了。

How to properly mail an international letter to obtain access to the International Space Station.（ARISS）The QSL card

BG4JGB

The ARISS "Celebrating ARISS 2024" SSTV activity just ended a few days ago. I wonder if you, my fellow operators, have successfully decoded the SSTV images and obtained the electronic certificates from the Space Station website? In addition to uploading your successful SSTV images to the Space Station website to obtain electronic certificates, you can also send a QSL card to the ground station of the Space Station to exchange physical cards!
I received a QSL card from the space station in late November last year. I had planned to write about my experience of sending and receiving QSL cards as a post to share with everyone, but at that time I was busy interviewing at various railway bureaus within the school, so I didn't have enough time to do so. Later, I discovered friendly contacts within the station. @BH4HZD I also wrote a similar post, which was very detailed, so I won't repeat myself excessively. You can find it through the link below.

Wormhole:How to obtain a QSL card from ARISS (the International Space Station amateur radio station)

So, in this post, I mainly want to introduce you to…How to properly mail an international letter to obtain a QSL card for the International Space StationWhat about this?
If you have never sent an international letter before, and are simply acting on a whim like I did when I wanted to exchange cards with ARISS, then sending this letter might be challenging. However, based on my own experience of successfully sending letters, I will explain the process from...Methods for obtaining IRC、Specifications and writing format for outgoing and return envelopes.And alsoThings to keep in mind when mailing at the post office.I would like to introduce this to you. If there are any inaccuracies, please let me know.

That... the main film begins!

Ways to obtain IRC

International Return Coupon（IRC）is a standard used by the Universal Postal Union (UPU).（UPU）A ticket that can be used across all member networks.Holders of IRC for any country can exchange it for postage equivalent to the minimum cost of sending a regular airmail letter abroad in each member country., in mainland China, the price of an IRC is12 yuanDue to the relatively low number of people using them domestically, you may not find IRCs readily available at your local post office. However, you can inquire at your local post office; a helpful employee might be able to assist you in obtaining one (I would like to specifically commend the employees at the Jinan Seven Ridge Post and Telecommunications Branch for their assistance in applying for 10 IRCs). If you are unable to find them locally, you can also purchase them online. Search for "international reply vouchers" on major e-commerce platforms, and you will find relevant results.2(Minimum required quantity for ARISS)

Please note:If you choose to purchase IRC online, be sure to buy it from a reputable source.Latest versionThe voucher, we recommend that you inquire with customer service beforehand before placing your order to confirm its validity.Validity periodThe current version has a validity period ofDecember 31, 2025Purchasing expired old-version reply coupons may result in you not receiving a reply card!

(The IRC I purchased)

Specifications and writing format for outgoing and return envelopes.

When you have all the materials ready and see international envelopes that are completely different from domestic ones, do you feel a bit overwhelmed? In this section, I will explain how to choose both outgoing and return envelopes, as well as their writing formats.
ARISS requires that your QSL card, a reply envelope, and at least 2 IRCs be included in the letter you send. Based on experience, you can choose which envelope to use for sending.International Envelope No. 7, while the choice of return envelopeInternational Envelope No. 5Okay.

The format for writing on envelope (number 7)

First, you need to mail the card to the nearest card office in Japan, which is located in Toyohama Ward, Tokyo. The specific address is as follows:
ARISS Japan QSL card
JARL International Section
Otsuka HT Building
3-43-1 Minamiotsuka
Toshima-ku
Tokyo 170-8073
JAPAN
You need to write the address exactly as it appears on the envelope when sending the letter.Bottom right cornerPlease note that the Japanese country name "JAPAN" at the very bottom needs to be included.ALL CAPSAlso, it would be best to write the above address in Chinese on top of this string of addresses. "Sent to Japan" This makes it easier for domestic postal workers to sort your mail.
You can also choose to write your return address and postal code on the envelope.Top left cornerYou can also choose to write it on the envelope.Back(This sets the stage), and you will decide on this yourself. Also, please make sure that the full name of "P.R. CHINA" is written in all capital letters under the address of the sender. You can use your address in Chinese characters.
The image below shows the address I wrote on the envelope for the recipient, which you can use for reference:

Format for writing on reply envelopes (No. 5)

The envelope for the replyBottom right corner(In the recipient's address section) it should be yourChinese addressAlso, don't forget to write "P.R. CHINA" in all capital letters under the address, and the name of China above the address in English. "To P.R. China" This is also to make it easier for postal workers in Japan to sort your mail.
The reply envelope only requires you to fill in the information above, and nothing else.No action required.Once finished writing, place it along with other materials.Go to 信信封Once sealed properly, it's good to go.
Due to the fact that my return envelope in the image contains my personal address, which I am unable to share, I have blurred it. However, I will provide you with a similar virtual address for your reference:
To P.R. China
Shenzhen, Guangdong Province, China
Building 3, Unit 1201, Floor 12, Hai Meng Hu Community, Bao An District
Zhang San, Tel.: +86 18888888888
PR China, 518101

(The reply envelope I received)

Things to keep in mind when mailing at the post office.

Everything is ready, and you can finally go to the post office to mail your card! However, before you leave, please note the following:

1. Choose the appropriate post office.
If you are sending your first international letter and want to avoid delays due to lost packages, we recommend that you ship it beforeNational Postal Service PortalBefore visiting the website, check in advance whether the post office closest to you is open.International businessThis allows you to maximize your time on the road.

2. Shipping costs
In general, international airmail sent from within China to Japan...UnsignedShipping costs are5 yuan，Registration letterShipping costs are21 yuan(Based on information obtained from the China Post website), when I mentioned writing the sender's address on the envelope earlier, there was a hint of what was coming: because if you choose to send a registered letter, the postage of around 20 yuan may cause most of the front of your envelope to be "occupied" by the stamp (as shown in the figure). At this point, if you write the address on the left upper corner of the envelope, it is very likely that the stamp will not be enough, which would create an awkward situation... Therefore, you need to choose the location for writing your address based on the postage and the number of stamps.

At this point, you have completed all the necessary preparations. The postal worker has already stamped your envelope with a black postmark, and your QSL card is about to be shipped to Japan, our neighboring country, where it will hopefully arrive safely.Two weeks laterYour letter will be delivered to the card office by the postal worker, and then...Approximately two weeks, you will receive a QSL card from the International Space Station. I look forward to hearing from you soon! Thank you for visiting this page. I hope that my experience, whether it's exchanging QSL cards with ARISS or communicating with other foreign friends, can be helpful to you. This isBG4JGBHere's your 73!

BI1FJK

实际上，在背面贴邮票也是符合规章的

BG4JGB

BI1FJK Thank you for pointing out the error to us.

BI7CKR

I just happened to be researching this topic when I saw your post. Thank you very much for sharing!

BI7BKE

Wow, I hadn't seen a tutorial like this before on hamcq. It's exactly what I needed, so thank you! The author has worked hard to compile this information. Previously, a letter I sent to Canada was returned because it was too heavy (unfortunately). At that time, I didn't understand anything and used regular envelopes to send it. This time, I plan to use international airmail envelopes.

Additionally, I remember that it was possible to use cash to cover postage fees, at least for registered mail sent within China.

BG4JGB

BI7BKE Thank you for your support! I'm not entirely clear on the situation regarding cash reimbursement of postage, as I have always paid the full postage upfront. Would paying cash be done after a letter is returned due to insufficient postage?

BI7BKE

BG4JGB
If there's no ticket cancellation process, you could do it this way.
However, you can initially pay the postage with cash instead of stamps (although this is not recommended for small amounts, as using stamps is generally better), and this should also work internationally. The counter staff will have a collection of stamps, including one that says "Postage Paid."

YofoaStudio

I remember the first time I mailed a QSL card to the Japan Postal Service. I used brown paper and even the clerk didn't reject it; they even helped me check the postage.
It seems like it's probably lost.

BG4JGB

YofoaStudio I think sending international mail using an international envelope is better than using a domestic one. If you use a domestic envelope, the post office might still process it as domestic mail and deliver it, but there's no guarantee that the recipient on the other side will then sort it as international mail. ☹️

YofoaStudio

BG4JGB
That makes sense.

BI4NFH

BG4JGB I used a non-standard envelope to send it, and I've already mailed it two weeks ago, but I haven't received the return package yet. The address on the envelope is not standard, so I suspect it may have been lost in transit.

BG5JFI

BG4JGB I always use domestically produced kraft paper envelopes to send my mail, and they always arrive safely (even as regular letters)... It seems that the format is more important than I thought, and it's also crucial to have the appropriate airmail stamp affixed.

BI7BKE

BI7BKE
Both can be used together; for example, when I mailed a registered letter, I first affixed a 1.2 yuan stamp and then paid an additional three yuan, and it was still sent as a registered letter.

BG5JFI

BI4NFH The entire cycle is quite long, especially for domestic postal services regarding international regular mail (unregistered). There may be a backlog... and it's also recommended to test whether the international postal routes in your area are functioning properly.

As anyone who has participated in Postcrossing knows, it typically takes a month or even two to receive a postcard sent by someone else.

BH4HZD

Previously, I didn't understand anything and wrote the address in a format common in China. I also used domestic envelopes for mailing. Surprisingly, it was delivered! Perhaps it was because I had placed an order.

BG4JGB

BH4HZD Those with tracking numbers should be easier to deliver, as international standard mail doesn't even have barcodes.

YofoaStudio

BG5JFI
But things are different in Germany, haha haha haha haha
I once experienced a nine-day trip that perfectly coincided with a particular trend.

BI4NFH

BG5JFI Let's wait and see, haha.

BI4NFH

BG5JFI I received the letter, and it took over a month to arrive. They replaced the envelope I sent with one of their own, cutting out the address on mine and sticking it onto theirs. Haha!

BG4JGB

BG5JFI 我去年11月玩postcrossing的时候发给德国的一个明信片也是用了两周多就到了

BD7PRI

I recently went to the post office to mail an international letter, and when I asked the clerk at the counter, they told me that I absolutely had to write the sender's name and address, otherwise it wouldn't be possible to enter it into the system and send it.
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