Sèmè-Kpodji Postal Codes, Ouémé Benin

There is no official postal code or zip code for Sèmè-Kpodji, 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], Sèmè-Kpodji, Ouémé, Benin.

Sèmè-Kpodji on the Map

The map above highlights the geographic boundaries of the Sèmè-Kpodji 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 Sèmè-Kpodji

Key Facts

Sèmè-Kpodji is a commune located in the Ouémé Department of southern Benin, situated along the country's Atlantic coastline. This coastal commune occupies a strategic position at the southeastern edge of the Ouémé Department, bordering both the Atlantic Ocean to the south and neighboring Nigeria to the east. With an approximate population of around 120,000 people, Sèmè-Kpodji covers an area of approximately 250 square kilometers, making it one of the more densely populated communes in the region. The commune is administratively divided into several arrondissements, including Sèmè-Kpodji Centre, Agblangandan, and Ekpè, each with its own local governance structure. As a border commune with significant economic activity, Sèmè-Kpodji serves as an important transit point between Benin and Nigeria, with the Sèmè border crossing being one of the busiest land borders in West Africa. The commune's coastal location also supports fishing activities and small-scale maritime trade. For residents and businesses seeking to access postal services within Sèmè-Kpodji, detailed postal code information is available for each of its constituent arrondissements and villages.

Neighboring Regions

* Porto-Novo

* Aguégués

* Adjohoun

* Akpro-Missérété