Couffo Postal Codes, Benin

There is no official postal code or zip code for Couffo, 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], Couffo, Benin.

Municipalities in Couffo

Couffo on the Map

The map above highlights the geographic boundaries of the Couffo 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 Couffo

Key Facts

Couffo is a department located in the southwestern part of Benin, forming one of the country's twelve administrative divisions. Situated in the southern region of Benin, Couffo lies inland from the coastal areas and serves as an important agricultural and cultural center within the nation. The department covers approximately 2,404 square kilometers and has a population of around 745,000 people according to recent estimates, making it one of the more densely populated regions in Benin. Couffo is administratively divided into six communes: Aplahoué, Djakotomey, Klouékanmè, Lalo, Toviklin, and Dogbo-Tota, each with its own local governance structure and unique characteristics. The department's economy is predominantly agricultural, with significant production of food crops, cash crops, and some light manufacturing activities. Couffo's landscape features rolling hills and fertile plains that support its agricultural productivity, while its cultural heritage reflects the rich traditions of the local Fon and related ethnic groups. For those seeking detailed postal code information and administrative data for Couffo's various communes and their subdivisions, comprehensive resources are available to assist with location-specific inquiries and service access.

Neighboring Regions

* Zou

* Mono

* Atlantique