Porto-Novo Postal Codes, Ouémé Benin

There is no official postal code or zip code for Porto-Novo, 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], Porto-Novo, Ouémé, Benin.

Porto-Novo on the Map

The map above highlights the geographic boundaries of the Porto-Novo municipalities in Benin. The postal codes listed on this page correspond to specific towns, villages, and post offices within this area.

What to Know About Porto-Novo

Key Facts

Porto-Novo is the official capital city of Benin, serving as the administrative center of the Ouémé Department. Located in the southeastern part of the country along the Gulf of Guinea coast, Porto-Novo sits approximately 40 kilometers east of Cotonou, Benin's largest city and economic hub. The city covers an area of about 110 square kilometers and has a population of approximately 265,000 people, making it Benin's second-largest urban center. Porto-Novo is divided into several arrondissements that form its administrative structure, including areas such as Adjégounlè, Akron, and Gbèdjromèdé. Historically significant as the capital of the Kingdom of Porto-Novo before French colonization, the city maintains its cultural heritage while functioning as the seat of Benin's National Assembly. The city's strategic coastal position has contributed to its development as both an administrative center and cultural hub. For those seeking detailed postal code information and administrative data for Porto-Novo's various arrondissements and neighborhoods, comprehensive resources are available to assist with location-specific queries.

Neighboring Regions

* Sèmè-Kpodji

* Aguégués

* Adjarra

* Akpro-Missérété