Faro Postal Codes, Nord Cameroon

There is no official postal code or zip code for Faro, 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], Faro, Nord, Cameroon.

Sub-divisions in Faro

Faro on the Map

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

What to Know About Faro

Key Facts

Faro is a department located in the Nord Region of northern Cameroon. Situated in the northwestern part of the region, Faro occupies a strategic position near Cameroon's border with Nigeria. This department covers an area of approximately 11,785 square kilometers and has a population of around 81,000 people according to recent estimates. Faro is administratively divided into several sub-divisions that help organize local governance and service delivery across its territory. The department's landscape is characterized by diverse geographical features typical of northern Cameroon, including savannah areas and river systems that support both agricultural activities and local ecosystems. Faro serves as an important administrative center for the surrounding communities, facilitating regional coordination and development initiatives. For those seeking detailed postal code information and administrative data for Faro's various sub-divisions and localities, comprehensive resources are available to assist with navigation and service access throughout the department.

Neighboring Regions

* Mayo-Louti

* Bénoué

* Mayo-Rey