Guinea-Bissau Postal codes
Guiné-Bissau
48
4 chars
9
2
Interactive Map
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Find Post Offices
Locate post offices across Guinea-Bissau. Find addresses and contact information.
Understanding Guinea-Bissau Postal codes
Freight documents listing Guinea-Bissau as destination should repeat four-digit codes (1000); GW deconsolidation yards scan them for city‑level.
Key Characteristics
Code Type
Numeric
Administered By
National Postal Service
Coverage
Nationwide
Postal code format breakdown
Guinea-Bissau uses numeric postal codes with 4 digits (example: 1000). In our directory, these codes are organized from provinces down to villages.
Visual Structure
Freight documents listing Guinea-Bissau as destination should repeat four-digit codes (1000); GW deconsolidation yards scan them for city‑level.
Administrative Hierarchy
How Guinea-Bissau organises areas for postal codes
Province
9 totalDistrict
39 totalProvinces Directory
Browse all 9 top-level divisions
Addressing Mail to Guinea-Bissau
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 Guinea-Bissau
What to know when sending packages
Standard domestic delivery within Guinea-Bissau 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 Guinea-Bissau postal codes
What is the postal code format for Guinea-Bissau?
Guinea-Bissau uses 4 digits in the postal code. An example is 1000. Freight documents listing Guinea-Bissau as destination should repeat four-digit codes (1000); GW deconsolidation yards scan them for city‑level.
How many provinces does Guinea-Bissau have?
Guinea-Bissau has 9 provinces with postal code coverage. Use our browse tool to explore them.
How do I find my postal code in Guinea-Bissau?
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 Guinea-Bissau address?
The postal code is written on the same line as or immediately after the province, before the country name when mailing internationally.