Atlantique Postal Codes, Benin

There is no official postal code or zip code for Atlantique, as the country primarily uses a P.O. Box (French: Boîte Postale or BP) system for mail, not national codes. If an online form requires a mandatory code, 00000 (five zeros) can be used to complete the field. However, this is not an official code. For successful delivery to Benin, a valid P.O. Box (BP) number is essential. A sample P.O. Box address is: [Recipient Name], BP [XXXX], Atlantique, Benin.

Municipalities in Atlantique

Atlantique on the Map

The map above highlights the geographic boundaries of the Atlantique department in Benin. The postal codes listed on this page correspond to specific towns, villages, and post offices within this area.

What to Know About Atlantique

Key Facts

Atlantique is a department located in the southern part of Benin, positioned along the country's Atlantic coastline. This coastal department serves as a vital economic and administrative region, encompassing Benin's largest city and economic hub, Cotonou, which functions as the de facto capital despite Porto-Novo being the official capital. Atlantique covers approximately 3,233 square kilometers and has a population of around 1.4 million people, making it one of Benin's most densely populated regions. The department is divided into 8 communes: Abomey-Calavi, Allada, Kpomassè, Ouidah, Sô-Ava, Toffo, Tori-Bossito, and Zè, each with its own distinct characteristics and administrative functions. Its strategic coastal location has made it a center for international trade, fishing, and tourism, with important historical sites such as the Ouidah Slave Route and the Temple of Pythons. For those seeking detailed postal code information for Atlantique's various communes and their subdivisions, comprehensive resources are available to facilitate mail delivery and location-based services throughout this economically significant department.

Neighboring Regions

* Littoral

* Zou

* Couffo

* Mono