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Kumbo Postal Codes: No Official Code | Bui, Nord-Ouest

According to the Universal Postal Union (UPU), there is no official Postal Codes (Codes postaux) for Kumbo, as Cameroon does not use a national system. Use N/A or 00000 to complete shipping forms for Kumbo, Bui.

Postal Codes for Places in Kumbo

Showing 2 places in Kumbo. Last verified with official records on May 2, 2026.

Kishong
Mbiam

Sample Address Format for Kumbo

No official zip/postal code is used here. In forms you may use 00000 or N/A.
Sender
[Sender Name]
[Sender Street Address]
[City, ZIP]
[Country]
Recipient
[Recipient Name]
Street Address / PO Box
Kumbo, Bui, Nord-Ouest, 00000
CAMEROON

Kumbo on the Map

The map above highlights the geographic boundaries of the Kumbo sub-divisions in Cameroon.

Kumbo Quick Facts

CountryCameroon (CM)
Administrative PathCameroon → Nord-Ouest → Bui
Postal Code
RegionsNord-Ouest
DepartmentsBui
ISO CodesCM / CMR / 120
Top-level domain (ccTLD).cm
Coordinates6.210889, 10.686779
Places2

What to Know About Kumbo

Key Facts

Kumbo is a town and the capital of Bui Division in the Northwest Region of Cameroon, situated approximately 2,000 meters above sea level on the scenic Bui Plateau. Located in the central part of the Northwest Region, Kumbo serves as a major urban center and traditional hub for the Nso people, one of Cameroon's largest ethnic groups. With an estimated population of around 150,000 people, Kumbo covers an area of approximately 1,200 square kilometers and is divided into three main traditional quarters: Tobin, Nkar, and Nseh, each with its own distinct character and administrative structure. The town is known for its vibrant cultural heritage, including the annual Nso cultural festival, and serves as an important educational center with numerous schools and a campus of the Catholic University of Cameroon. Kumbo's economy is primarily based on agriculture, with coffee, beans, and maize as major crops, along with significant craft industries including pottery, weaving, and wood carving. As the administrative headquarters of Bui Division, Kumbo contains multiple sub-regions and villages that fall under its jurisdiction, making it essential for residents and visitors to access accurate postal code information for efficient mail delivery and administrative purposes throughout the division.

Neighboring Regions

  • Jakiri
  • Nkum
  • Ndu
  • Nkambe
  • Mbaw
  • Nso

Postal codes verified against the official UPU POST*CODE Database (latest available edition) · Page updated:

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