Douala 5 Postal Codes, Wouri, Littoral Cameroon

There is no official postal code or zip code for Douala 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], Douala 5, Wouri, Littoral, Cameroon.

Postal Codes for Places in Douala 5

Place Name Postal Codes
Bangué 00000
Bayis 00000
Bonangando 00000
Koto 00000
Lendi 00000
Logpom 00000
Massoumbou Carrefour 00000
Ngoma 00000
Ngombé 00000

Sample Address Format for Douala 5

No official zip/postal code is used here. In forms you may use 00000 or N/A.
[Recipient Name]
Street Address / PO Box
Douala 5, Wouri, Littoral, 00000
CAMEROON
[Sender Name]
[Sender Street Address]
[City, ZIP]
[Country]

Douala 5 on the Map

The map above highlights the geographic boundaries of the Douala 5 sub-divisions in Cameroon. The postal codes listed on this page correspond to specific towns, villages, and post offices within this area.

Douala 5 Quick Facts

Country Cameroon (CM)
Regions Littoral
Departments Wouri
Postal Code Status No Official Postal/Zip Code Used

What to Know About Douala 5

Key Facts

Douala 5 is an arrondissement (district) within the city of Douala, which serves as the economic capital of Cameroon. Located in the Wouri department of the Littoral region, Douala 5 occupies a strategic position in the southwestern part of the city, bordered by the Wouri River to the west and other urban districts to the north, east, and south. This densely populated administrative division covers approximately 15 square kilometers and is home to an estimated 200,000 residents, making it one of the most populous arrondissements in Douala. The district is further subdivided into multiple quarters and neighborhoods, each with distinct residential, commercial, and industrial zones that contribute to its vibrant urban character. As a key component of Douala's metropolitan area, Douala 5 benefits from its proximity to major transportation hubs, including the Port of Douala and Douala International Airport, facilitating trade and connectivity. The arrondissement's mixed-use landscape combines residential areas with markets, schools, and small-scale industries, reflecting its role in the city's economic and social fabric. To access detailed postal code information for the various neighborhoods within Douala 5, users can explore the specific sub-regions through this platform.

Neighboring Regions

* Douala 1

* Douala 2

* Douala 3

* Douala 4

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