Country
British Indian Ocean Territory
Region
Africa
Format
BBND 1ZZ

What is British Indian Ocean Territory Postal Code?

Postal codes in British Indian Ocean Territory (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 Africa is Eastern Africa. These codes help ensure your mail and packages reach their destination accurately and quickly.

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How to Address Mail to British Indian Ocean Territory

Standard Address Format (click to edit)
RecipientJohn Doe
Street123 Example Street
City & PostalBBND 1ZZ Diego Garcia
CountryBRITISH INDIAN OCEAN TERRITORY

Addressing Tips for British Indian Ocean Territory

  • Postal code format: BBND 1ZZ
  • Write postal code before the city name
  • Country name in UPPERCASE on last line
  • Capital: Diego Garcia
  • ISO country code: IO

Shipping to British Indian Ocean Territory

British Indian Ocean Territory
Domestic Delivery
2-7 days
Within British Indian Ocean Territory
International
7-21 days
Varies by origin
Customs Threshold
Varies
Duty-free limit

Local Carriers in British Indian Ocean Territory

National Postal Service

British Indian Ocean Territory: International Carriers

DHL FedEx UPS

Shipping Tips (British Indian Ocean Territory)

  • Always include postal code in format BBND 1ZZ for faster delivery
  • Items above Varies may incur customs duties
  • Track your package using the carrier's tracking number
  • Consider insurance for valuable shipments

British Indian Ocean Territory Location Information

British Indian Ocean Territory, Africa Map
  • Region Africa
  • Subregion Eastern Africa
  • Capital Diego Garcia
  • Phone Code +246
  • Currency USD
  • Coordinates -6, 71.5
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0 States Postal Codes in British Indian Ocean Territory

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Did You Know?

British Indian Ocean Territory is located in Africa and uses the United States dollar (USD) as its official currency.

Frequently Asked Questions

The postal code format in British Indian Ocean Territory is BBND 1ZZ. Postal codes help ensure efficient mail sorting and delivery.
British Indian Ocean Territory has 0 states. Each has its own set of postal codes for efficient mail delivery.
The capital of British Indian Ocean Territory is Diego Garcia.
The international phone code for British Indian Ocean Territory is +246.
The official currency of British Indian Ocean Territory is United States dollar (USD).
British Indian Ocean Territory is located in the Eastern Africa subregion of Africa, at coordinates -6.00000000, 71.50000000.
Standard international mail to British Indian Ocean Territory typically takes 7-21 business days. Express services (DHL, FedEx, UPS) deliver in 3-7 business days.
Common prohibited items for British Indian Ocean Territory include flammable materials, explosives, narcotics, and perishable goods. Check with your carrier for the complete list of restricted items.
British Indian Ocean Territory 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 British Indian Ocean Territory 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.
British Indian Ocean Territory in Other Languages
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Réunion 2,410 km -21.15 55.5
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Last updated: April 2026
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