Atlantique Postal Codes: No Official Code
According to the Universal Postal Union (UPU), there is no official Postal Codes (Codes postaux) for Atlantique, as Benin does not use a national system. Use N/A or 00000 to complete shipping forms for Atlantique, .
Municipalities in Atlantique
Sample Address Format for Atlantique
[Sender Street Address]
[City, ZIP]
[Country]
Street Address / PO Box
Atlantique, 00000
BENIN
Atlantique on the Map
The map above highlights the geographic boundaries of the Atlantique department in Benin.
Atlantique Quick Facts
| Country | Benin (BJ) |
|---|---|
| Administrative Path | Benin |
| Postal Code | |
| ISO Codes | BJ / BEN / 204 |
| Top-level domain (ccTLD) | .bj |
| Coordinates | 6.540829, 2.223095 |
| Municipalities | 8 |
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