Barbados Postal codes
Barbados
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Locate post offices across Barbados. Find addresses and contact information.
Understanding Barbados Postal codes
Live‑animal or perishable lanes to Barbados require bold 7-character alphanumeric routing (BB11000); BB handling rules demand unambiguous postal.
Key Characteristics
Code Type
Numeric
Administered By
National Postal Service
Coverage
Nationwide
Postal code format breakdown
Barbados uses alphanumeric postal codes with 7 characters (example: BB11000). In our directory, these codes are organized from provinces down to villages.
Visual Structure
Live‑animal or perishable lanes to Barbados require bold 7-character alphanumeric routing (BB11000); BB handling rules demand unambiguous postal.
Administrative Hierarchy
How Barbados organises areas for postal codes
Province
11 totalProvinces Directory
Browse all 11 top-level divisions
Addressing Mail to Barbados
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 (7 characters) 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 Barbados
What to know when sending packages
Standard domestic delivery within Barbados typically takes 2–7 business days. International packages require complete address information including the postal code. Always include the correct 7-character code for fastest routing.
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Barbados postal codes
What is the postal code format for Barbados?
Barbados uses 7 characters in the postal code. An example is BB11000. Live‑animal or perishable lanes to Barbados require bold 7-character alphanumeric routing (BB11000); BB handling rules demand unambiguous postal.
How many provinces does Barbados have?
Barbados has 11 provinces with postal code coverage. Use our browse tool to explore them.
How do I find my postal code in Barbados?
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 Barbados address?
The postal code is written on the same line as or immediately after the province, before the country name when mailing internationally.