Ethiopia Postal codes
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375
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Interactive Map
Explore Ethiopia's 15 regions with our interactive map.
Find Post Offices
Locate post offices across Ethiopia. Find addresses and contact information.
Understanding Ethiopia Postal codes
Reverse‑geocoded drafts for Ethiopia still need human‑checked four-digit values (1000) because ET delivery manifests do not trust coordinates alone.
Key Characteristics
Code Type
Numeric
Administered By
National Postal Service
Coverage
Nationwide
Postal code format breakdown
Ethiopia uses numeric postal codes with 4 digits (example: 1000). In our directory, these codes are organized from regions down to kebeles.
Visual Structure
Reverse‑geocoded drafts for Ethiopia still need human‑checked four-digit values (1000) because ET delivery manifests do not trust coordinates alone.
Administrative Hierarchy
How Ethiopia organises areas for postal codes
Regions Directory
Browse all 15 top-level divisions
Addressing Mail to Ethiopia
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 region 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 Ethiopia
What to know when sending packages
Standard domestic delivery within Ethiopia 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 Ethiopia postal codes
What is the postal code format for Ethiopia?
Ethiopia uses 4 digits in the postal code. An example is 1000. Reverse‑geocoded drafts for Ethiopia still need human‑checked four-digit values (1000) because ET delivery manifests do not trust coordinates alone.
How many regions does Ethiopia have?
Ethiopia has 15 regions with postal code coverage. Use our browse tool to explore them.
How do I find my postal code in Ethiopia?
Use our free lookup or browse by region to find the exact postal code for your location.
Where do I write the postal code on a Ethiopia address?
The postal code is written on the same line as or immediately after the region, before the country name when mailing internationally.