Postal Codes of Tanzania 🇹🇿
Country
Tanzania
Region
Africa
Format
- no codes -
What is Tanzania Postal Code?
Postal codes in Tanzania (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.
How to Address Mail to Tanzania
Standard Address Format (click to edit)
RecipientJohn Doe
Street123 Example Street
City & Postal- no codes - Dodoma
CountryTANZANIA
Addressing Tips for Tanzania
- Postal code format: - no codes -
- Write postal code before the city name
- Country name in UPPERCASE on last line
- Capital: Dodoma
- ISO country code: TZ
Shipping to Tanzania
Domestic Delivery
3-7 days
Within Tanzania
International
7-21 days
Varies by origin
Customs Threshold
$0
Duty-free limit
Local Carriers in Tanzania
Tanzania Posts DHL Tanzania
Tanzania: International Carriers
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Shipping Tips (Tanzania)
- Always include postal code in format - no codes - for faster delivery
- Items above $0 may incur customs duties
- Track your package using the carrier's tracking number
- Consider insurance for valuable shipments
Tanzania Location Information
Popular Cities in Tanzania
31 States Postal Codes in Tanzania
| State | Latitude | Longitude |
|---|---|---|
| Arusha | -3.387 | 36.683 |
| Dar es Salaam | -6.792 | 39.208 |
| Dodoma | -6.574 | 36.263 |
| Geita | -2.824 | 32.265 |
| Iringa | -7.789 | 35.566 |
| Kagera | -1.3 | 31.263 |
| Katavi | -6.368 | 31.263 |
| Kigoma | -4.882 | 29.662 |
| Kilimanjaro | -4.134 | 37.809 |
| Lindi | -9.234 | 38.317 |
| Manyara | -4.315 | 36.954 |
| Mara | -1.775 | 34.153 |
| Mbeya | -8.287 | 32.813 |
| Morogoro | -8.814 | 36.954 |
| Mtwara | -10.34 | 40.166 |
| Mwanza | -2.467 | 32.899 |
| Njombe | -9.242 | 35.127 |
| Pemba North | -5.032 | 39.776 |
| Pemba South | -5.315 | 39.755 |
| Pwani | -7.324 | 38.821 |
| Rukwa | -8.011 | 31.446 |
| Ruvuma | -10.688 | 36.263 |
| Shinyanga | -3.681 | 33.427 |
| Simiyu | -2.831 | 34.153 |
| Singida | -6.745 | 34.153 |
| Songwe | -8.273 | 31.711 |
| Tabora | -5.034 | 32.808 |
| Tanga | -5.305 | 38.317 |
| Zanzibar North | -5.94 | 39.279 |
| Zanzibar South | -6.264 | 39.445 |
| Zanzibar West | -6.23 | 39.258 |
Did You Know?
Tanzania has 31 provinces/states and 299 cities/districts in its postal system.
Tanzania is located in Africa and uses the Tanzanian shilling (TZS) as its official currency.
Frequently Asked Questions
The postal code format in Tanzania is - no codes -. Postal codes help ensure efficient mail sorting and delivery.
Tanzania has 31 states. Each has its own set of postal codes for efficient mail delivery.
The capital of Tanzania is Dodoma.
The international phone code for Tanzania is +255.
The official currency of Tanzania is Tanzanian shilling (TZS).
Tanzania is located in the Eastern Africa subregion of Africa, at coordinates -6.00000000, 35.00000000.
Standard international mail to Tanzania typically takes 7-21 business days. Express services (DHL, FedEx, UPS) deliver in 3-7 business days.
Common prohibited items for Tanzania include flammable materials, explosives, narcotics, and perishable goods. Check with your carrier for the complete list of restricted items.
Tanzania 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 Tanzania 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.
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