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Kenya Postcodes

Kenya

00100Africa5 chars
Total Codes

1.0K

Code Length

5 chars

Counties

47

Admin Levels

4

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Explore Kenya's 47 counties with our interactive map.

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Locate post offices across Kenya. Find addresses and contact information.

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Understanding Kenya Postcodes

Shipments bound for Kenya must show a correct five-digit code (00100); KE distribution centers machine‑read the field when assigning routes to.

Key Characteristics

Code Type

Numeric

Administered By

National Postal Service

Coverage

Nationwide

Postcode format breakdown

Kenya uses numeric postcodes with 5 digits (example: 00100). In our directory, these codes are organized from counties down to villages.

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Shipments bound for Kenya must show a correct five-digit code (00100); KE distribution centers machine‑read the field when assigning routes to.

Administrative Hierarchy

How Kenya organises areas for postcodes

Counties(47)
Sub-counties(47)
Wards(47)
Villages(890)
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County

47 total
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Sub-county

47 total
3

Ward

47 total
4

Village

890 total

Counties Directory

Browse all 47 top-level divisions

Addressing Mail to Kenya

Step-by-step guide for correct address formatting

1
Recipient name
2
Street address or PO Box
3
City, State/Province, Postal code
4
Country name

Sample Address Block

Name; Street; City, State Postcode; Country

Delivery Best Practices

Tips for successful mail and package delivery

Always verify the postcode

Verify your postcode is complete (5 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 county names to prevent sorting errors.

Don't omit the postcode

Missing postcodes cause significant delivery delays and may result in returned mail.

Shipping to Kenya

What to know when sending packages

Standard domestic delivery within Kenya typically takes 2–7 business days. International packages require complete address information including the postcode. Always include the correct 5-character code for fastest routing.

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Kenya postcodes

What is the postcode format for Kenya?

Kenya uses 5 digits in the postcode. An example is 00100. Shipments bound for Kenya must show a correct five-digit code (00100); KE distribution centers machine‑read the field when assigning routes to.

How many counties does Kenya have?

Kenya has 47 counties with postcode coverage. Use our browse tool to explore them.

How do I find my postcode in Kenya?

Use our free lookup or browse by county to find the exact postcode for your location.

Where do I write the postcode on a Kenya address?

The postcode is written on the same line as or immediately after the county, before the country name when mailing internationally.