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Nigeria Postcodes

Nigeria

100001Africa6 chars
Browse All Codes Lookup Tool
Total Codes

4.0K

Code Length

6 chars

States

37

Admin Levels

3

Interactive Map

Explore Nigeria's 37 states with our interactive map.

Open Map

Find Post Offices

Locate post offices across Nigeria. Find addresses and contact information.

Find Offices

Understanding Nigeria Postcodes

International items entering Nigeria clear faster when six-digit codes match 100001; domestic NG handling then fans parcels out by postcode sectors.

Key Characteristics

Code Type

Numeric

Administered By

National Postal Service

Coverage

Nationwide

Postcode format breakdown

Nigeria uses numeric postcodes with 6 digits (example: 100001). In our directory, these codes are organized from states down to wards.

Visual Structure

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0
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International items entering Nigeria clear faster when six-digit codes match 100001; domestic NG handling then fans parcels out by postcode sectors.

Administrative Hierarchy

How Nigeria organises areas for postcodes

States(37)
Local Government Areas(786)
Wards(3.2K)
1

State

37 total
Browse all states
2

Local Government Area

786 total
3

Ward

3.2K total

States Directory

Browse all 37 top-level divisions

Sokoto State
Rivers State
Plateau State
Oyo State
Ondo State
Ogun State
Niger State
Lagos State
Kwara State
Katsina State
Kano State
Kaduna State
Imo State
Cross River State
Borno State
Benue State
+21 more

Addressing Mail to Nigeria

Step-by-step guide for correct address formatting

1
Recipient name
2
Street address or PO Box
3
City, State/Province, Postal code
4
Country name

Sample Address Block

Name; Street; City, State Postcode; Country

Delivery Best Practices

Tips for successful mail and package delivery

Always verify the postcode

Verify your postcode is complete (6 digits) before sending. Use our lookup tool to confirm accuracy.

Include all address levels

Write the full address hierarchy for best results.

Avoid abbreviations

Write out full state names to prevent sorting errors.

Don't omit the postcode

Missing postcodes cause significant delivery delays and may result in returned mail.

Shipping to Nigeria

What to know when sending packages

Standard domestic delivery within Nigeria typically takes 2โ€“7 business days. International packages require complete address information including the postcode. Always include the correct 6-character code for fastest routing.

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Nigeria postcodes

What is the postcode format for Nigeria?

Nigeria uses 6 digits in the postcode. An example is 100001. International items entering Nigeria clear faster when six-digit codes match 100001; domestic NG handling then fans parcels out by postcode sectors.

How many states does Nigeria have?

Nigeria has 37 states with postcode coverage. Use our browse tool to explore them.

How do I find my postcode in Nigeria?

Use our free lookup or browse by state to find the exact postcode for your location.

Where do I write the postcode on a Nigeria address?

The postcode is written on the same line as or immediately after the state, before the country name when mailing internationally.

More Countries in Africa

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Angola

AO

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Burkina Faso

BF

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Burundi

BI

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Benin

BJ

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Botswana

BW

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Democratic Republic of the Congo

CD

View all countries in Africa

Example Code

100001

6 characters

Country Facts

Continent
Africa
ISO Alpha-2
NG
Admin Levels
3

On This Page

OverviewMap & Post OfficesAbout the SystemPostcode formatAdmin HierarchyStates DirectoryAddress GuideDelivery TipsShipping InfoFAQRelated Countries

Free Postcodes tools

Look up, validate, and download Nigeria postcodes.

Postcode lookup Address Validator Download PDF
  1. Home
  2. Continents
  3. Africa
  4. Nigeria
๐Ÿ‡ณ๐Ÿ‡ฌ

Nigeria Postcodes

Nigeria

100001Africa6 chars
Browse All Codes Lookup Tool
Total Codes

4.0K

Code Length

6 chars

States

37

Admin Levels

3

Interactive Map

Explore Nigeria's 37 states with our interactive map.

Open Map

Find Post Offices

Locate post offices across Nigeria. Find addresses and contact information.

Find Offices

Understanding Nigeria Postcodes

International items entering Nigeria clear faster when six-digit codes match 100001; domestic NG handling then fans parcels out by postcode sectors.

Key Characteristics

Code Type

Numeric

Administered By

National Postal Service

Coverage

Nationwide

Postcode format breakdown

Nigeria uses numeric postcodes with 6 digits (example: 100001). In our directory, these codes are organized from states down to wards.

Visual Structure

1
0
0
0
0
1

International items entering Nigeria clear faster when six-digit codes match 100001; domestic NG handling then fans parcels out by postcode sectors.

Administrative Hierarchy

How Nigeria organises areas for postcodes

States(37)
Local Government Areas(786)
Wards(3.2K)
1

State

37 total
Browse all states
2

Local Government Area

786 total
3

Ward

3.2K total

States Directory

Browse all 37 top-level divisions

Sokoto State
Rivers State
Plateau State
Oyo State
Ondo State
Ogun State
Niger State
Lagos State
Kwara State
Katsina State
Kano State
Kaduna State
Imo State
Cross River State
Borno State
Benue State
+21 more

Addressing Mail to Nigeria

Step-by-step guide for correct address formatting

1
Recipient name
2
Street address or PO Box
3
City, State/Province, Postal code
4
Country name

Sample Address Block

Name; Street; City, State Postcode; Country

Delivery Best Practices

Tips for successful mail and package delivery

Always verify the postcode

Verify your postcode is complete (6 digits) before sending. Use our lookup tool to confirm accuracy.

Include all address levels

Write the full address hierarchy for best results.

Avoid abbreviations

Write out full state names to prevent sorting errors.

Don't omit the postcode

Missing postcodes cause significant delivery delays and may result in returned mail.

Shipping to Nigeria

What to know when sending packages

Standard domestic delivery within Nigeria typically takes 2โ€“7 business days. International packages require complete address information including the postcode. Always include the correct 6-character code for fastest routing.

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Nigeria postcodes

What is the postcode format for Nigeria?

Nigeria uses 6 digits in the postcode. An example is 100001. International items entering Nigeria clear faster when six-digit codes match 100001; domestic NG handling then fans parcels out by postcode sectors.

How many states does Nigeria have?

Nigeria has 37 states with postcode coverage. Use our browse tool to explore them.

How do I find my postcode in Nigeria?

Use our free lookup or browse by state to find the exact postcode for your location.

Where do I write the postcode on a Nigeria address?

The postcode is written on the same line as or immediately after the state, before the country name when mailing internationally.

More Countries in Africa

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ด

Angola

AO

๐Ÿ‡ง๐Ÿ‡ซ

Burkina Faso

BF

๐Ÿ‡ง๐Ÿ‡ฎ

Burundi

BI

๐Ÿ‡ง๐Ÿ‡ฏ

Benin

BJ

๐Ÿ‡ง๐Ÿ‡ผ

Botswana

BW

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฉ

Democratic Republic of the Congo

CD

View all countries in Africa

Example Code

100001

6 characters

Country Facts

Continent
Africa
ISO Alpha-2
NG
Admin Levels
3

On This Page

OverviewMap & Post OfficesAbout the SystemPostcode formatAdmin HierarchyStates DirectoryAddress GuideDelivery TipsShipping InfoFAQRelated Countries

Free Postcodes tools

Look up, validate, and download Nigeria postcodes.

Postcode lookup Address Validator Download PDF