Use the format required by the form or document
Common formats include DD/MM/YYYY, MM/DD/YYYY, and YYYY-MM-DD
Write the day, month, and year clearly
Use leading zeros if needed, such as 05/09/1998
Match the date format used in your country or region
If writing in words, use a clear format such as 5 September 1998
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