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Banwa Postal Codes: No Official Code | Haut-Nkam, Ouest

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

Postal Codes for Places in Banwa

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

Banwa Centre
Fomessa I
Fomessa II

Sample Address Format for Banwa

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
Banwa, Haut-Nkam, Ouest, 00000
CAMEROON

Banwa on the Map

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

Banwa Quick Facts

CountryCameroon (CM)
Administrative PathCameroon → Ouest → Haut-Nkam
Postal Code
RegionsOuest
DepartmentsHaut-Nkam
ISO CodesCM / CMR / 120
Top-level domain (ccTLD).cm
Coordinates5.102118, 10.071643
Places3

What to Know About Banwa

Key Facts

Banwa is a commune located within the Haut-Nkam department in the Ouest region of Cameroon. Situated in the western part of the country, this administrative division forms part of Cameroon's decentralized local governance structure. Banwa covers an area of approximately 350 square kilometers and serves as an important local administrative center for the surrounding rural communities. The commune is characterized by its diverse topography, ranging from rolling hills to fertile valleys that support agricultural activities, which form the backbone of the local economy. Banwa is divided into several villages and quarters, each contributing to the communal identity while maintaining their distinct cultural characteristics. The population engages primarily in subsistence farming, with crops such as plantains, cocoyams, and coffee being cultivated across the region's rich volcanic soils. As part of the Haut-Nkam department, Banwa benefits from its proximity to larger urban centers while maintaining its rural character and traditional way of life. The commune's administrative structure includes a mayor's office and local council that oversee development projects and public services for residents. For those seeking detailed location information, accessing postal code data for Banwa's various sub-divisions can facilitate communication and service delivery throughout the commune.

Neighboring Regions

  • Bafang
  • Bakou
  • Bandja
  • Bana
  • Kékem

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