Nigeria
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Explore Nigeria's 37 states with our interactive map.
Locate post offices across Nigeria. Find addresses and contact information.
International items entering Nigeria clear faster when six-digit codes match 100001; domestic NG handling then fans parcels out by postcode sectors.
Key Characteristics
Code Type
Numeric
Administered By
National Postal Service
Coverage
Nationwide
Nigeria uses numeric postcodes with 6 digits (example: 100001). In our directory, these codes are organized from states down to wards.
Visual Structure
International items entering Nigeria clear faster when six-digit codes match 100001; domestic NG handling then fans parcels out by postcode sectors.
How Nigeria organises areas for postcodes
Browse all 37 top-level divisions
Step-by-step guide for correct address formatting
Sample Address Block
Name; Street; City, State Postcode; Country
Tips for successful mail and package delivery
Always verify the postcode
Verify your postcode is complete (6 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 state names to prevent sorting errors.
Don't omit the postcode
Missing postcodes cause significant delivery delays and may result in returned mail.
What to know when sending packages
Standard domestic delivery within Nigeria typically takes 2–7 business days. International packages require complete address information including the postcode. Always include the correct 6-character code for fastest routing.
Common questions about Nigeria postcodes
Nigeria uses 6 digits in the postcode. An example is 100001. International items entering Nigeria clear faster when six-digit codes match 100001; domestic NG handling then fans parcels out by postcode sectors.
Nigeria has 37 states with postcode coverage. Use our browse tool to explore them.
Use our free lookup or browse by state to find the exact postcode for your location.
The postcode is written on the same line as or immediately after the state, before the country name when mailing internationally.
Nigeria
4.0K
6 chars
37
3
Explore Nigeria's 37 states with our interactive map.
Locate post offices across Nigeria. Find addresses and contact information.
International items entering Nigeria clear faster when six-digit codes match 100001; domestic NG handling then fans parcels out by postcode sectors.
Key Characteristics
Code Type
Numeric
Administered By
National Postal Service
Coverage
Nationwide
Nigeria uses numeric postcodes with 6 digits (example: 100001). In our directory, these codes are organized from states down to wards.
Visual Structure
International items entering Nigeria clear faster when six-digit codes match 100001; domestic NG handling then fans parcels out by postcode sectors.
How Nigeria organises areas for postcodes
Browse all 37 top-level divisions
Step-by-step guide for correct address formatting
Sample Address Block
Name; Street; City, State Postcode; Country
Tips for successful mail and package delivery
Always verify the postcode
Verify your postcode is complete (6 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 state names to prevent sorting errors.
Don't omit the postcode
Missing postcodes cause significant delivery delays and may result in returned mail.
What to know when sending packages
Standard domestic delivery within Nigeria typically takes 2–7 business days. International packages require complete address information including the postcode. Always include the correct 6-character code for fastest routing.
Common questions about Nigeria postcodes
Nigeria uses 6 digits in the postcode. An example is 100001. International items entering Nigeria clear faster when six-digit codes match 100001; domestic NG handling then fans parcels out by postcode sectors.
Nigeria has 37 states with postcode coverage. Use our browse tool to explore them.
Use our free lookup or browse by state to find the exact postcode for your location.
The postcode is written on the same line as or immediately after the state, before the country name when mailing internationally.