Bahrain Postal codes
البحرين
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Find Post Offices
Locate post offices across Bahrain. Find addresses and contact information.
Understanding Bahrain Postal codes
For Bahrain, addressing standards pair locality lines with three-digit postcodes such as 317; BH regulations treat the code as core routing metadata.
Key Characteristics
Code Type
Numeric
Administered By
National Postal Service
Coverage
Nationwide
Postal code format breakdown
Bahrain uses numeric postal codes with 3 digits (example: 317). In our directory, these codes are organized from provinces down to villages.
Visual Structure
For Bahrain, addressing standards pair locality lines with three-digit postcodes such as 317; BH regulations treat the code as core routing metadata.
Administrative Hierarchy
How Bahrain organises areas for postal codes
Province
14 totalProvinces Directory
Browse all 14 top-level divisions
Addressing Mail to Bahrain
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 (3 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 Bahrain
What to know when sending packages
Standard domestic delivery within Bahrain typically takes 2–7 business days. International packages require complete address information including the postal code. Always include the correct 3-character code for fastest routing.
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Bahrain postal codes
What is the postal code format for Bahrain?
Bahrain uses 3 digits in the postal code. An example is 317. For Bahrain, addressing standards pair locality lines with three-digit postcodes such as 317; BH regulations treat the code as core routing metadata.
How many provinces does Bahrain have?
Bahrain has 14 provinces with postal code coverage. Use our browse tool to explore them.
How do I find my postal code in Bahrain?
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 Bahrain address?
The postal code is written on the same line as or immediately after the province, before the country name when mailing internationally.