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Wum Postal Codes: No Official Code | Menchum, Nord-Ouest

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

Postal Codes for Places in Wum

Showing 3 places in Wum. Last verified with official records on May 2, 2026.

Kuk
Mbulom
We

Sample Address Format for Wum

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
Wum, Menchum, Nord-Ouest, 00000
CAMEROON

Wum on the Map

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

Wum Quick Facts

CountryCameroon (CM)
Administrative PathCameroon → Nord-Ouest → Menchum
Postal Code
RegionsNord-Ouest
DepartmentsMenchum
ISO CodesCM / CMR / 120
Top-level domain (ccTLD).cm
Coordinates6.387799, 10.076639
Places3

What to Know About Wum

Key Facts

Wum is a commune and the capital of the Menchum Division in the Northwest Region of Cameroon. Located in the northwestern part of the country, Wum serves as an important administrative and commercial hub within the Menchum Division, situated approximately 60 kilometers northwest of Bamenda, the regional capital. The town lies at an elevation of about 1,100 meters above sea level in the volcanic highlands region, characterized by its hilly terrain and moderate climate. With an estimated population of around 40,000 people, Wum functions as the primary urban center for the surrounding rural communities, hosting local government offices, markets, and educational institutions. The commune is divided into multiple quarters and villages, including Wum Central, Wum Urban, and several outlying settlements that fall under its administrative jurisdiction. Economically, Wum relies on agriculture as its mainstay, with coffee cultivation being particularly significant alongside food crops like maize, beans, and plantains. The town also serves as a gateway to the Menchum Falls, one of Cameroon's notable natural attractions located nearby. For those seeking detailed postal code information and administrative data for Wum's various quarters and surrounding villages, comprehensive resources are available through regional administrative services.

Neighboring Regions

  • Furu-Awa
  • Fungom
  • Zhoa
  • Menchum Valley
  • Benakuma

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

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