Sons of a Viscount
All sons of a viscount have the courtesy title of 'The Hon' before their forename and surname. The style of 'The Hon' is only used on the envelope in correspondence, in written descriptions (usually only on the first mention) or in formal documents. It is never used in conversation or on invitations or on visiting cards, when the correct style is 'Mr'.
How to address the Sons of a Viscount
The recommended (social) style of address is as follows:
| Beginning of letter | Dear Mr Whyte |
| End of letter | Yours sincerely |
| Envelope | The Hon James Whyte |
| Verbal communication | Mr Whyte (or appropriate rank if in the Services) |
| Invitation | Mr James Whyte |
| Description in conversation | Mr Whyte |
| List of Directors or Patrons Hon John Brown |
Hon James Whyte |
| Place card | Mr James Whyte |
| Legal document | James William Whyte Esquire commonly called The Hon James Whyte |
