Garoua-Boulai Postal Codes, Lom-et-Djérem, Est Cameroon
There is no official postal code or zip code for Garoua-Boulai, 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], Garoua-Boulai, Lom-et-Djérem, Est, Cameroon.
Postal Codes for Places in Garoua-Boulai
| Place Name | Postal Codes |
|---|---|
| Babio | 00000 |
| Badan | 00000 |
| Badzéré | 00000 |
| Bakoissié | 00000 |
| Boutila | 00000 |
| Garoua Boulaï | 00000 |
| Nandoungué | 00000 |
| Saubang | 00000 |
| Taparé | 00000 |
| Yokosiré | 00000 |
Sample Address Format for Garoua-Boulai
Street Address / PO Box
Garoua-Boulai, Lom-et-Djérem, Est, 00000
CAMEROON
[Sender Street Address]
[City, ZIP]
[Country]
Garoua-Boulai on the Map
The map above highlights the geographic boundaries of the Garoua-Boulai sub-divisions in Cameroon. The postal codes listed on this page correspond to specific towns, villages, and post offices within this area.
Garoua-Boulai Quick Facts
| Country | Cameroon (CM) |
|---|---|
| Regions | Est |
| Departments | Lom-et-Djérem |
| Postal Code Status | No Official Postal/Zip Code Used |
What to Know About Garoua-Boulai
Key Facts
Garoua-Boulai is a commune and sub-prefecture located in the Lom-et-Djérem department of the East Region of Cameroon. Situated in the eastern part of the country near the border with the Central African Republic, this strategic border town serves as an important commercial and transit hub between Cameroon and its eastern neighbor. The town lies approximately 400 kilometers east of Cameroon's capital, Yaoundé, and sits at an elevation of around 600 meters above sea level in the Adamawa Plateau region. Garoua-Boulai has an estimated population of approximately 40,000-50,000 residents and covers an area of roughly 1,200 square kilometers. The commune is administratively divided into several quarters and villages, with the town center serving as the main urban area. As a border crossing point, Garoua-Boulai plays a crucial role in regional trade and transportation, with the main road connecting Cameroon to Bangui, the capital of the Central African Republic, passing directly through the town. The local economy is primarily based on cross-border trade, agriculture, and transportation services, with many residents engaged in commerce and small-scale farming. For those seeking detailed postal code information and administrative data for the various quarters and villages within Garoua-Boulai commune, comprehensive resources are available through regional administrative services.
Neighboring Regions
* Garga-Sarali
* Lomié
* Yokadouma
* Batouri
* Ndelele
* Central African Republic border areas
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