Afghanistan Postal codes
افغانستان
433
4 chars
34
2
Interactive Map
Explore Afghanistan's 34 provinces with our interactive map.
Find Post Offices
Locate post offices across Afghanistan. Find addresses and contact information.
Understanding Afghanistan Postal codes
Address APIs normalizing Afghanistan output should preserve four-digit tokens such as 1001; mismatches against AF reference tables surface as hard.
Key Characteristics
Code Type
Numeric
Administered By
National Postal Service
Coverage
Nationwide
Postal code format breakdown
Postal codes in Afghanistan are not used. The country has not implemented a postal code system for its addresses.
Visual Structure
Address APIs normalizing Afghanistan output should preserve four-digit tokens such as 1001; mismatches against AF reference tables surface as hard.
Administrative Hierarchy
How Afghanistan organises areas for postal codes
Province
34 totalDistrict
399 totalProvinces Directory
Browse all 34 top-level divisions
Addressing Mail to Afghanistan
Step-by-step guide for correct address formatting
Sample Address Block
Name; Street; City, State Postcode; Country
Delivery Best Practices
Tips for successful mail and package delivery
Always verify the postal code
Verify your postal code is complete (4 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 province names to prevent sorting errors.
Don't omit the postal code
Missing postal codes cause significant delivery delays and may result in returned mail.
Shipping to Afghanistan
What to know when sending packages
Standard domestic delivery within Afghanistan typically takes 2–7 business days. International packages require complete address information including the postal code. Always include the correct 4-character code for fastest routing.
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Afghanistan postal codes
What is the postal code format for Afghanistan?
Afghanistan uses 4 digits in the postal code. An example is 1001. Address APIs normalizing Afghanistan output should preserve four-digit tokens such as 1001; mismatches against AF reference tables surface as hard.
How many provinces does Afghanistan have?
Afghanistan has 34 provinces with postal code coverage. Use our browse tool to explore them.
How do I find my postal code in Afghanistan?
Use our free lookup or browse by province to find the exact postal code for your location.
Where do I write the postal code on a Afghanistan address?
The postal code is written on the same line as or immediately after the province, before the country name when mailing internationally.