Ouidah Postal Codes, Atlantique Benin
There is no official postal code or zip code for Ouidah, 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], Ouidah, Atlantique, Benin.
Postal Codes for Places in Ouidah
| Place Name | Postal Codes |
|---|---|
| Avlékété | 00000 |
| Djégbadji | 00000 |
| Gakpè | 00000 |
| Ouakpé-Daho | 00000 |
| Ouidah I | 00000 |
| Ouidah II | 00000 |
| Ouidah III | 00000 |
| Ouidah IV | 00000 |
| Pahou | 00000 |
| Savi | 00000 |
Sample Address Format for Ouidah
Street Address / PO Box
Ouidah, Atlantique, 00000
BENIN
[Sender Street Address]
[City, ZIP]
[Country]
Ouidah on the Map
The map above highlights the geographic boundaries of the Ouidah municipalities in Benin. The postal codes listed on this page correspond to specific towns, villages, and post offices within this area.
Ouidah Quick Facts
| Country | Benin (BJ) |
|---|---|
| Department | Atlantique |
| Postal Code Status | No Official Postal/Zip Code Used |
What to Know About Ouidah
Key Facts
Ouidah is a city and commune located in the Atlantique Department of southern Benin, situated approximately 40 kilometers west of Cotonou along the Gulf of Guinea coast. As one of Benin's most historically significant urban centers, Ouidah covers an area of about 364 square kilometers and has a population of approximately 91,000 residents according to recent estimates. The city is administratively divided into 10 arrondissements, including Ouidah I through Ouidah V and several surrounding rural communities. Ouidah's geographical position along the Atlantic coastline has historically made it a crucial port city and cultural crossroads, with its economy traditionally centered on fishing, agriculture, and increasingly tourism due to its rich historical heritage. The city is particularly renowned for its role in the transatlantic slave trade, serving as one of West Africa's major slave export ports, and today hosts important historical sites including the Route des Esclaves (Slave Route) and the Door of No Return memorial. For those seeking detailed postal code information and administrative data for Ouidah's various arrondissements and neighborhoods, comprehensive resources are available through regional postal services.
Neighboring Regions
* Abomey-Calavi
* Kpomassè
* Tori-Bossito
* Atlantic Ocean
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