Country
Afghanistan
Region
Asia
Format
NNNN

What is Afghanistan Postal Code?

Postal codes in Afghanistan (also known as ZIP codes) are alphanumeric codes used by the postal service to identify specific geographic areas for efficient mail sorting and delivery. The postal code format in Asia is Southern Asia. These codes help ensure your mail and packages reach their destination accurately and quickly.

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How to Address Mail to Afghanistan

Standard Address Format (click to edit)
RecipientJohn Doe
Street123 Example Street
City & PostalNNNN Kabul
CountryAFGHANISTAN

Addressing Tips for Afghanistan

  • Postal code format: NNNN
  • Write postal code before the city name
  • Country name in UPPERCASE on last line
  • Capital: Kabul
  • ISO country code: AF

Shipping to Afghanistan

Afghanistan
Domestic Delivery
7-14 days
Within Afghanistan
International
7-21 days
Varies by origin
Customs Threshold
$0
Duty-free limit

Local Carriers in Afghanistan

Afghan Post

Afghanistan: International Carriers

DHL

Shipping Tips (Afghanistan)

  • Always include postal code in format NNNN for faster delivery
  • Items above $0 may incur customs duties
  • Track your package using the carrier's tracking number
  • Consider insurance for valuable shipments

Afghanistan Location Information

Afghanistan, Asia Map
  • Region Asia
  • Subregion Southern Asia
  • Capital Kabul
  • Phone Code +93
  • Currency AFN
  • Coordinates 33, 65
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Popular Cities in Afghanistan

33 States Postal Codes in Afghanistan

State Latitude Longitude
Badakhshan 36.735 70.812
Badghis 35.167 63.77
Baghlan 36.179 68.745
Balkh 36.755 66.898
Bamyan 34.81 67.821
Daykundi 33.669 66.046
Farah 32.495 62.263
Faryab 36.08 64.906
Ghazni 33.545 68.417
Ghōr 34.1 64.906
Helmand 34.92 67.269
Herat 34.353 62.204
Jowzjan 36.897 65.666
Kabul 34.555 69.207
Kandahar 31.629 65.737
Kapisa 34.981 69.621
Khost 33.334 69.937
Kunar 34.847 71.097
Kunduz Province 36.729 68.868
Laghman 34.69 70.146
Logar 34.015 69.192
Nangarhar 34.172 70.622
Nimruz 31.026 62.45
Nuristan 35.325 70.907
Paktia 33.706 69.383
Paktika 32.265 68.525
Panjshir 34.969 67.78
Parwan 34.963 68.811
Samangan 36.316 67.964
Sar-e Pol 36.217 65.933
Takhar 36.67 69.478
Urozgan 32.927 66.142
Zabul 32.192 67.189

Did You Know?

Afghanistan has 33 provinces/states and 92 cities/districts in its postal system.
Afghanistan is located in Asia and uses the Afghan Afghani (AFN) as its official currency.

Frequently Asked Questions

The postal code format in Afghanistan is NNNN. Postal codes help ensure efficient mail sorting and delivery.
Afghanistan has 33 states. Each has its own set of postal codes for efficient mail delivery.
The capital of Afghanistan is Kabul.
The international phone code for Afghanistan is +93.
The official currency of Afghanistan is Afghan Afghani (AFN).
Afghanistan is located in the Southern Asia subregion of Asia, at coordinates 33.00000000, 65.00000000.
Standard international mail to Afghanistan typically takes 7-21 business days. Express services (DHL, FedEx, UPS) deliver in 3-7 business days.
Common prohibited items for Afghanistan include flammable materials, explosives, narcotics, and perishable goods. Check with your carrier for the complete list of restricted items.
Afghanistan uses a postal code system. The term 'ZIP code' is specific to the United States. Most countries refer to their system as 'postal codes' or 'postcodes'.
You can track packages sent to Afghanistan using the tracking number provided by your carrier. Visit the carrier's website (DHL, FedEx, UPS, or the national postal service) and enter your tracking number.
Afghanistan in Other Languages
Nearby Countries
Country Distance Latitude Longitude
Pakistan 579 km 30 70
Tajikistan 858 km 39 71
Uzbekistan 894 km 41 64
Turkmenistan 897 km 40 60
Iran 1,130 km 32 53
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Last updated: April 2026
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