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Svalbard and Jan Mayen Postal codes

Svalbard og Jan Mayen

9170Europe4 chars
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Total Codes

18

Code Length

4 chars

Provinces

2

Admin Levels

4

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Understanding Svalbard and Jan Mayen Postal codes

Couriers serving Svalbard and Jan Mayen map street data to four-digit values like 9170, and SJ networks batch stops using those codes for efficient.

Key Characteristics

Code Type

Numeric

Administered By

National Postal Service

Coverage

Nationwide

Postal code format breakdown

Svalbard and Jan Mayen uses numeric postal codes with 4 digits (example: 9170). In our directory, these codes are organized from provinces down to villages.

Visual Structure

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Couriers serving Svalbard and Jan Mayen map street data to four-digit values like 9170, and SJ networks batch stops using those codes for efficient.

Administrative Hierarchy

How Svalbard and Jan Mayen organises areas for postal codes

Provinces(2)
Districts(4)
Communes(4)
Villages(8)
1

Province

2 total
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2

District

4 total
3

Commune

4 total
4

Village

8 total

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Svalbard
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Addressing Mail to Svalbard and Jan Mayen

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 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 Svalbard and Jan Mayen

What to know when sending packages

Standard domestic delivery within Svalbard and Jan Mayen 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 Svalbard and Jan Mayen postal codes

What is the postal code format for Svalbard and Jan Mayen?

Svalbard and Jan Mayen uses 4 digits in the postal code. An example is 9170. Couriers serving Svalbard and Jan Mayen map street data to four-digit values like 9170, and SJ networks batch stops using those codes for efficient.

How many provinces does Svalbard and Jan Mayen have?

Svalbard and Jan Mayen has 2 provinces with postal code coverage. Use our browse tool to explore them.

How do I find my postal code in Svalbard and Jan Mayen?

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 Svalbard and Jan Mayen address?

The postal code is written on the same line as or immediately after the province, before the country name when mailing internationally.