When writing to the Royals there are a lot of different ways you can address them.
The table below gives two options for the envelope and "Dear _," line.
- Option #1 is more formal.
- Option #2 is informal.
But there are a number of other options or variations.
Who | Envelope #1 | Envelope #2 | "Dear _," #1 | "Dear _," #2 |
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Prince Hans-Adams | HSH The Prince | HSH Prince Hans-Adams | Your Serene Highness | Prince Hans-Adams |
Hereditary Prince Alois | HSH The Hereditary Prince | HSH Hereditary Prince Alois | Your Serene Highness | Hereditary Prince Alois |
Hereditary Princess Sophie | HRH The Hereditary Princess | HRH Hereditary Princess Sophie | Your Royal Highness | Hereditary Princess Sophie |
Alois & Sophie | HSH Hereditary Prince & HRH Hereditary Princess | HSH Hereditary Prince Alois & HRH Hereditary Princess Sophie | Your Serene Highness & Your Royal Highness | Hereditary Prince Alois & Hereditary Princess Sophie |
Others | HSH Prince/ss (Name) | - | Your Serene Highness | Prince/ss (Name) |
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