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Bonou Postal Codes: No Official Code | Ouémé

According to the Universal Postal Union (UPU), there is no official Postal Codes (Codes postaux) for Bonou, as Benin does not use a national system. Use N/A or 00000 to complete shipping forms for Bonou, Ouémé.

Postal Codes for Places in Bonou

Showing 5 places in Bonou. Last verified with official records on May 2, 2026.

Affamè
Atchonsa
Bonou
Damè-Wogon
Houinviguè

Sample Address Format for Bonou

No official zip/postal code is used here. In forms you may use 00000 or N/A.
Sender
[Sender Name]
[Sender Street Address]
[City, ZIP]
[Country]
Recipient
[Recipient Name]
Street Address / PO Box
Bonou, Ouémé, 00000
BENIN

Bonou on the Map

The map above highlights the geographic boundaries of the Bonou municipalities in Benin.

Bonou Quick Facts

CountryBenin (BJ)
Administrative PathBenin → Ouémé
Postal Code
DepartmentOuémé
ISO CodesBJ / BEN / 204
Top-level domain (ccTLD).bj
Coordinates6.890963, 2.466714
Places5

What to Know About Bonou

Key Facts

Bonou is a commune located in the Ouémé Department of southern Benin. Situated in the southeastern part of the country, this administrative division lies approximately 45 kilometers northeast of Cotonou, Benin's economic capital, and about 25 kilometers from Porto-Novo, the official capital. Bonou occupies a strategic position along the Ouémé River, which serves as both a geographical feature and an important transportation route for the region. The commune covers an area of approximately 325 square kilometers and has a population of around 85,000 people according to recent estimates. Bonou is administratively divided into several arrondissements, including Bonou itself, Damè, Sèhouè, and Zoungbonou, each with their own local governance structures. The economy is primarily agricultural, with significant production of palm oil, cassava, maize, and various vegetables, while fishing along the Ouémé River provides additional livelihood opportunities for local residents. The commune features a tropical climate with distinct wet and dry seasons, supporting its agricultural activities. For those seeking detailed postal code information and administrative data for Bonou's various arrondissements and villages, comprehensive resources are available to assist with navigation and communication needs throughout this important Ouémé Department commune.

Neighboring Regions

  • Adjohoun
  • Dangbo
  • Aguégués

Postal codes verified against the official UPU POST*CODE Database (latest available edition) · Page updated: