Sanaga-Maritime Postal Codes, Littoral Cameroon
There is no official postal code or zip code for Sanaga-Maritime, 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], Sanaga-Maritime, Littoral, Cameroon.
Sub-divisions in Sanaga-Maritime
Sample Address Format for Sanaga-Maritime
Street Address / PO Box
Sanaga-Maritime, Littoral, 00000
CAMEROON
[Sender Street Address]
[City, ZIP]
[Country]
Sanaga-Maritime on the Map
The map above highlights the geographic boundaries of the Sanaga-Maritime departments in Cameroon. The postal codes listed on this page correspond to specific towns, villages, and post offices within this area.
Sanaga-Maritime Quick Facts
| Country | Cameroon (CM) |
|---|---|
| Regions | Littoral |
| Postal Code Status | No Official Postal/Zip Code Used |
What to Know About Sanaga-Maritime
Key Facts
Sanaga-Maritime is a department located in the Littoral Region of Cameroon, situated in the southwestern part of the country along the Atlantic coastline. This coastal department occupies a strategic position at the mouth of the Sanaga River, from which it derives its name, and covers an area of approximately 9,311 square kilometers. With a population of around 235,000 people according to recent estimates, Sanaga-Maritime serves as an important administrative and economic hub within the Littoral Region. The department is divided into 7 arrondissements (sub-divisions) including Édéa, the departmental capital, which is also one of Cameroon's significant industrial centers known for its aluminum smelting operations. The geography of Sanaga-Maritime is characterized by coastal plains, river valleys, and mangrove forests, with the Sanaga River providing both transportation routes and hydroelectric power through the Édéa Dam. The department's economy combines industrial activities with agriculture, fishing, and commerce, benefiting from its access to both river and ocean transportation. For those seeking detailed postal code information and administrative data for Sanaga-Maritime's various arrondissements and localities, comprehensive resources are available to assist with navigation and communication needs throughout the department.
Neighboring Regions
* Nkam
* Moungo
* Nyong-et-Kéllé
* Océan
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