Cotonou Postal Codes, Littoral Benin
There is no official postal code or zip code for Cotonou, 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], Cotonou, Littoral, Benin.
Postal Codes for Places in Cotonou
| Place Name | Postal Codes |
|---|---|
| 10ème Arrondissement | 00000 |
| 11ème Arrondissement | 00000 |
| 12ème Arrondissement | 00000 |
| 13ème Arrondissement | 00000 |
| 1er Arrondissement | 00000 |
| 2ème Arrondissement | 00000 |
| 3ème Arrondissement | 00000 |
| 4ème Arrondissement | 00000 |
| 5ème Arrondissement | 00000 |
| 6ème Arrondissement | 00000 |
| 7ème Arrondissement | 00000 |
| 8ème Arrondissement | 00000 |
| 9ème Arrondissement | 00000 |
Sample Address Format for Cotonou
Street Address / PO Box
Cotonou, Littoral, 00000
BENIN
[Sender Street Address]
[City, ZIP]
[Country]
Cotonou on the Map
The map above highlights the geographic boundaries of the Cotonou municipalities in Benin. The postal codes listed on this page correspond to specific towns, villages, and post offices within this area.
Cotonou Quick Facts
| Country | Benin (BJ) |
|---|---|
| Department | Littoral |
| Postal Code Status | No Official Postal/Zip Code Used |
What to Know About Cotonou
Key Facts
Cotonou is the largest city and economic capital of Benin, serving as the administrative center of the Littoral Department. Located on the southeastern coast of Benin along the Gulf of Guinea, Cotonou occupies a strategic position between the Atlantic Ocean to the south and Lake Nokoué to the north. The city covers approximately 79 square kilometers and has a population of around 680,000 residents, though the metropolitan area encompasses over 2 million people, making it the most densely populated urban center in the country. Cotonou is divided into 13 arrondissements (districts) that are further subdivided into 137 quartiers (neighborhoods), reflecting its complex urban structure. As Benin's primary economic hub, Cotonou handles over 90% of the country's international trade through its deep-water port and serves as the main gateway for commerce and transportation. The city's name derives from the Fon language phrase 'kútɔ̀nú,' meaning 'the mouth of the river of death,' referencing its historical significance as a trading post. Visitors to our website can access detailed postal code information for all of Cotonou's arrondissements and neighborhoods to facilitate navigation and service delivery throughout the city.
Neighboring Regions
* Abomey-Calavi
* Sèmè-Kpodji
* Porto-Novo
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