Yaoundé 5 Postal Codes, Mfoundi, Centre Cameroon
There is no official postal code or zip code for Yaoundé 5, as the Cameroon postal service does not use codes for sorting or "door-to-door" delivery. The system relies almost exclusively on P.O. Boxes (French: Boîte Postale or BP). If an online form requires a mandatory code, 00000 (five zeros) can be used as a placeholder, but this is not an official code. For successful delivery, a valid P.O. Box (BP) number is essential. A sample P.O. Box address is: [Recipient Name], BP [XXXX], Yaoundé 5, Mfoundi, Centre, Cameroon.
Postal Codes for Places in Yaoundé 5
| Place Name | Postal Codes |
|---|---|
| Djoungolo | 00000 |
| Mimboman | 00000 |
| Ngoulémakong | 00000 |
| Ngouso | 00000 |
| Nkolmésing | 00000 |
Sample Address Format for Yaoundé 5
Street Address / PO Box
Yaoundé 5, Mfoundi, Centre, 00000
CAMEROON
[Sender Street Address]
[City, ZIP]
[Country]
Yaoundé 5 on the Map
The map above highlights the geographic boundaries of the Yaoundé 5 sub-divisions in Cameroon. The postal codes listed on this page correspond to specific towns, villages, and post offices within this area.
Yaoundé 5 Quick Facts
| Country | Cameroon (CM) |
|---|---|
| Regions | Centre |
| Departments | Mfoundi |
| Postal Code Status | No Official Postal/Zip Code Used |
What to Know About Yaoundé 5
Key Facts
Yaoundé 5 is an arrondissement (district) within the Mfoundi department of Cameroon's Centre Region. Located in the southern part of the capital city Yaoundé, this urban administrative division serves as one of the city's seven arrondissements that collectively form the metropolitan area. Positioned strategically within the broader Centre Region, Yaoundé 5 encompasses residential neighborhoods, commercial zones, and government institutions typical of a capital city district. With an estimated population of approximately 150,000 residents, the arrondissement covers an area of roughly 25 square kilometers, making it one of the more densely populated districts in the capital. Yaoundé 5 is administratively divided into multiple quarters and neighborhoods that reflect the urban character of Cameroon's political and administrative capital. As part of the Mfoundi department, which serves as the immediate administrative framework for the capital city, this arrondissement plays a crucial role in local governance and urban management. The district's location within the capital ensures it benefits from the infrastructure and services characteristic of Cameroon's second-largest city. For residents and businesses seeking to navigate the administrative landscape, understanding Yaoundé 5's structure is essential for accessing postal code information and local government services across its various neighborhoods.
Neighboring Regions
* Yaoundé 1
* Yaoundé 2
* Yaoundé 3
* Yaoundé 4
* Yaoundé 6
* Yaoundé 7
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