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Postal codes, similar to United States zip codes, are used in Spain and in some Latin American countries. Put the postal code before the city. If you don’t have the postal code, send the letter without the code.
Postal codes, similar to United States zip codes, are used in Spain and in some Latin American countries. Put the postal code before the city. If you don’t have the postal code, send the letter without the code.


<br>'''How to Send  Money'''
==How to Send  Money==


In your letter indicate that you will pay for research time, copies, and services.  
In your letter indicate that you will pay for research time, copies, and services.  


When writing to a state archive or a local civil registration office, '''do not send money'''in your first letter. Request that they advise you of their fees and the best way to send money.  
When writing to a state archive or a local civil registration office, '''do not send money'''in your first letter. Request that they advise you of their fees and the best way to send money. Usually they will ask that you deposit money in an account and provide the account number. You can arrange for that deposit through [https://www.westernunion.com/us/en/send-money/app/start '''Western Union'''] or [https://secure.moneygram.com/mgo/us/en/?gclid=CjwKCAiA8rnfBRB3EiwAhrhBGoKue987mIxquMVZxw1pI7O_27Gznad2GJaB4C48LjkNkQFp5vlgEhoCZNEQAvD_BwE&gclsrc=aw.ds '''MoneyGram'''.]


When writing to the local parish, send a donation of $5.00 to $10.00 and express a desire to make further donations as their services are needed. U.S. currency is most convenient for the recipient or you can send a cashier’s check from your local bank made payable to: Parroquia de (locality). It is advisable to tape your payment check or currency to the inside of the letter.<br>
When writing to the local parish, send a donation of $10.00 to $15.00 and express a desire to make further donations as their services are needed.  




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