Sambas Postal Codes, Kalimantan Barat Indonesia

Postal codes for Sambas range from 79154 to 79469 in Kalimantan Barat, Indonesia. To find exact ZIP codes and postcodes within Sambas, choose from the districts listed below.

Districts in Sambas

Sambas on the Map

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

What to Know About Sambas

Key Facts

Sambas is a regency (kabupaten) located in the northwestern part of West Kalimantan province, Indonesia. Positioned along the northern coast of Kalimantan, it shares a border with the Malaysian state of Sarawak to the north, making it an important cross-border region. With a land area of approximately 6,395 square kilometers, Sambas is home to around 630,000 people according to recent estimates. The regency is administratively divided into 19 districts (kecamatan), which include Sambas, Teluk Keramat, Jawai, and other sub-regions. Historically, Sambas was the center of the Sambas Sultanate, a Malay kingdom that played a significant role in the region's cultural and political development. The area is characterized by its coastal plains, river systems like the Sambas River, and economic activities ranging from agriculture to fisheries. For detailed postal code information and administrative data for its 19 districts, users can explore the specific sub-regions within Sambas Regency.

Neighboring Regions

* Bengkayang Regency

* Singkawang City

* Sanggau Regency

* Sarawak (Malaysia)