Wouri Postal Codes: No Official Code | Littoral
According to the Universal Postal Union (UPU), there is no official Postal Codes (Codes postaux) for Wouri, as Cameroon does not use a national system. Use N/A or 00000 to complete shipping forms for Wouri, Littoral.
Sample Address Format for Wouri
[Sender Street Address]
[City, ZIP]
[Country]
Street Address / PO Box
Wouri, Littoral, 00000
CAMEROON
Wouri on the Map
The map above highlights the geographic boundaries of the Wouri departments in Cameroon.
Wouri Quick Facts
| Country | Cameroon (CM) |
|---|---|
| Administrative Path | Cameroon → Littoral |
| Postal Code | |
| Regions | Littoral |
| ISO Codes | CM / CMR / 120 |
| Top-level domain (ccTLD) | .cm |
| Coordinates | 3.941705, 9.570438 |
| Sub-divisions | 6 |
What to Know About Wouri
Key Facts
Wouri is a department located in the Littoral Region of Cameroon, situated in the central-western part of the country along the Gulf of Guinea coastline. This coastal department encompasses approximately 923 square kilometers and serves as the economic and administrative heart of Cameroon, containing the nation's largest city and main seaport, Douala. With an estimated population exceeding 3 million people, Wouri is the most densely populated department in Cameroon and functions as the country's primary commercial and industrial hub. The department is divided into 7 subdivisions or arrondissements, including Douala I through V, as well as Manoka and Edéa, each with distinct administrative functions and urban characteristics. The Wouri River, from which the department derives its name, flows through the region and empties into the Atlantic Ocean, creating an important estuary that has historically facilitated trade and transportation. This strategic location makes Wouri Department essential for accessing comprehensive postal code information for its various urban and suburban areas, which is crucial for business operations, government services, and residential addressing throughout Cameroon's economic capital region.
Neighboring Regions
- Moungo
- Nkam
- Sanaga-Maritime