Country
French Guiana
Region
Americas
Format
973NN

What is French Guiana Postal Code?

Postal codes in French Guiana (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 Americas is South America. These codes help ensure your mail and packages reach their destination accurately and quickly.

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How to Address Mail to French Guiana

Standard Address Format (click to edit)
RecipientJohn Doe
Street123 Example Street
City & Postal973NN Cayenne
CountryFRENCH GUIANA

Addressing Tips for French Guiana

  • Postal code format: 973NN
  • Write postal code before the city name
  • Country name in UPPERCASE on last line
  • Capital: Cayenne
  • ISO country code: GF

Shipping to French Guiana

French Guiana
Domestic Delivery
2-7 days
Within French Guiana
International
7-21 days
Varies by origin
Customs Threshold
Varies
Duty-free limit

Local Carriers in French Guiana

National Postal Service

French Guiana: International Carriers

DHL FedEx UPS

Shipping Tips (French Guiana)

  • Always include postal code in format 973NN for faster delivery
  • Items above Varies may incur customs duties
  • Track your package using the carrier's tracking number
  • Consider insurance for valuable shipments

French Guiana Location Information

French Guiana, Americas Map
  • Region Americas
  • Subregion South America
  • Capital Cayenne
  • Phone Code +594
  • Currency EUR
  • Coordinates 4, -53
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0 States Postal Codes in French Guiana

State Latitude Longitude

Did You Know?

French Guiana is located in Americas and uses the Euro (EUR) as its official currency.

Frequently Asked Questions

The postal code format in French Guiana is 973NN. Postal codes help ensure efficient mail sorting and delivery.
French Guiana has 0 states. Each has its own set of postal codes for efficient mail delivery.
The capital of French Guiana is Cayenne.
The international phone code for French Guiana is +594.
The official currency of French Guiana is Euro (EUR).
French Guiana is located in the South America subregion of Americas, at coordinates 4.00000000, -53.00000000.
Standard international mail to French Guiana typically takes 7-21 business days. Express services (DHL, FedEx, UPS) deliver in 3-7 business days.
Common prohibited items for French Guiana include flammable materials, explosives, narcotics, and perishable goods. Check with your carrier for the complete list of restricted items.
French Guiana 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 French Guiana 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.
French Guiana in Other Languages
Nearby Countries
Country Distance Latitude Longitude
Suriname 333 km 4 -56
Guyana 674 km 5 -59
Trinidad and Tobago 1,176 km 11 -61
Barbados 1,246 km 13.167 -59.533
Grenada 1,313 km 12.117 -61.667
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Last updated: April 2026
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