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  3. Europe
  4. Switzerland
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Switzerland Postal codes

Schweiz

8001Europe4 chars
Browse All Codes Lookup Tool
Total Codes

2.8K

Code Length

4 chars

Cantons

28

Admin Levels

3

Interactive Map

Explore Switzerland's 28 cantons with our interactive map.

Open Map

Find Post Offices

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

Find Offices

Understanding Switzerland Postal codes

Reverse‑geocoded drafts for Switzerland still need human‑checked four-digit values (8001) because CH delivery manifests do not trust coordinates.

Key Characteristics

Code Type

Numeric

Administered By

National Postal Service

Coverage

Nationwide

Postal code format breakdown

Switzerland uses numeric postal codes with 4 digits (example: 8001). In our directory, these codes are organized from cantons down to localities.

Visual Structure

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0
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1

Reverse‑geocoded drafts for Switzerland still need human‑checked four-digit values (8001) because CH delivery manifests do not trust coordinates.

Administrative Hierarchy

How Switzerland organises areas for postal codes

Cantons(28)
Districts(188)
Municipalities(2.6K)
1

Canton

28 total
Browse all cantons
2

District

188 total
3

Municipality

2.6K total

Cantons Directory

Browse all 28 top-level divisions

Kanton Zürich
Kanton Zug
Canton de Vaud
Canton du Valais
Kanton Uri
Cantone Ticino
Kanton Thurgau
Kanton Solothurn
Kanton Schwyz
Kanton Schaffhausen
Kanton St. Gallen
Kanton Obwalden
Kanton Nidwalden
Canton de Neuchâtel
Kanton Luzern
Canton de Jura
+12 more

Addressing Mail to Switzerland

Step-by-step guide for correct address formatting

1
Recipient name
2
Street address
3
Postal code Locality
4
SWITZERLAND

Sample Address Block

Name; Bahnhofstrasse 1; 8001 Zürich; SWITZERLAND

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 canton 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 Switzerland

What to know when sending packages

Standard domestic delivery within Switzerland 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 Switzerland postal codes

What is the postal code format for Switzerland?

Switzerland uses 4 digits in the postal code. An example is 8001. Reverse‑geocoded drafts for Switzerland still need human‑checked four-digit values (8001) because CH delivery manifests do not trust coordinates.

How many cantons does Switzerland have?

Switzerland has 28 cantons with postal code coverage. Use our browse tool to explore them.

How do I find my postal code in Switzerland?

Use our free lookup or browse by canton to find the exact postal code for your location.

Where do I write the postal code on a Switzerland address?

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

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Example Code

8001

4 characters

Country Facts

Continent
Europe
ISO Alpha-2
CH
Admin Levels
3

On This Page

OverviewMap & Post OfficesAbout the SystemPostal code formatAdmin HierarchyCantons DirectoryAddress GuideDelivery TipsShipping InfoFAQRelated Countries

Free Postal codes tools

Look up, validate, and download Switzerland postal codes.

Postal code lookup Address Validator Download PDF
  1. Home
  2. Continents
  3. Europe
  4. Switzerland
🇨🇭

Switzerland Postal codes

Schweiz

8001Europe4 chars
Browse All Codes Lookup Tool
Total Codes

2.8K

Code Length

4 chars

Cantons

28

Admin Levels

3

Interactive Map

Explore Switzerland's 28 cantons with our interactive map.

Open Map

Find Post Offices

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

Find Offices

Understanding Switzerland Postal codes

Reverse‑geocoded drafts for Switzerland still need human‑checked four-digit values (8001) because CH delivery manifests do not trust coordinates.

Key Characteristics

Code Type

Numeric

Administered By

National Postal Service

Coverage

Nationwide

Postal code format breakdown

Switzerland uses numeric postal codes with 4 digits (example: 8001). In our directory, these codes are organized from cantons down to localities.

Visual Structure

8
0
0
1

Reverse‑geocoded drafts for Switzerland still need human‑checked four-digit values (8001) because CH delivery manifests do not trust coordinates.

Administrative Hierarchy

How Switzerland organises areas for postal codes

Cantons(28)
Districts(188)
Municipalities(2.6K)
1

Canton

28 total
Browse all cantons
2

District

188 total
3

Municipality

2.6K total

Cantons Directory

Browse all 28 top-level divisions

Kanton Zürich
Kanton Zug
Canton de Vaud
Canton du Valais
Kanton Uri
Cantone Ticino
Kanton Thurgau
Kanton Solothurn
Kanton Schwyz
Kanton Schaffhausen
Kanton St. Gallen
Kanton Obwalden
Kanton Nidwalden
Canton de Neuchâtel
Kanton Luzern
Canton de Jura
+12 more

Addressing Mail to Switzerland

Step-by-step guide for correct address formatting

1
Recipient name
2
Street address
3
Postal code Locality
4
SWITZERLAND

Sample Address Block

Name; Bahnhofstrasse 1; 8001 Zürich; SWITZERLAND

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 canton 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 Switzerland

What to know when sending packages

Standard domestic delivery within Switzerland 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 Switzerland postal codes

What is the postal code format for Switzerland?

Switzerland uses 4 digits in the postal code. An example is 8001. Reverse‑geocoded drafts for Switzerland still need human‑checked four-digit values (8001) because CH delivery manifests do not trust coordinates.

How many cantons does Switzerland have?

Switzerland has 28 cantons with postal code coverage. Use our browse tool to explore them.

How do I find my postal code in Switzerland?

Use our free lookup or browse by canton to find the exact postal code for your location.

Where do I write the postal code on a Switzerland address?

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

More Countries in Europe

🇦🇩

Andorra

AD

🇦🇱

Albania

AL

🇦🇹

Austria

AT

🇦🇽

Aland Islands

AX

🇧🇦

Bosnia and Herzegovina

BA

🇧🇪

Belgium

BE

View all countries in Europe

Example Code

8001

4 characters

Country Facts

Continent
Europe
ISO Alpha-2
CH
Admin Levels
3

On This Page

OverviewMap & Post OfficesAbout the SystemPostal code formatAdmin HierarchyCantons DirectoryAddress GuideDelivery TipsShipping InfoFAQRelated Countries

Free Postal codes tools

Look up, validate, and download Switzerland postal codes.

Postal code lookup Address Validator Download PDF