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It’s the 21st Century, and the chances are that most Nairobians will use email as a formal means of communication. But even so, sending a parcel or an application letter may require using the correct Nairobi postal code and address.
Most people usually have no issue with the second part, the postal address. Often, they forget or are never sure about the postal address, which, if we are talking about the county itself, has to be GPO’s 00100.
However, considering that Nairobi is so vast, we’ve several municipalities and towns with different postal codes, and I’ll share them with you. Remember, getting the postal code right makes it easy for your parcel or letter to be delivered to the correct destination in time.
But again, those are not the only reasons or uses of the postal code. I’ll share more to help you understand that even though the 20th Century is behind us, we can’t overlook Kenya Posta’s role.
Here are the things to discuss:
- When do you need to use the Nairobi postal code?
- What’s the difference between a postal code and a zip code?
- What’s the difference between a postal code and a P.O. Box?
- What is the postal code for Nairobi?
- How can I find my zip code in Kenya?
- How do you write a postal address in Nairobi?
- What’s address 1 in Nairobi?
- How do I get a postal address in Nairobi?
- How much is a postal address in Kenya?
Let’s dive in!
When Do You Need the Nairobi Postal Code?
You may need to use the Nairobi postal code in several instances. The obvious one is sending a letter or parcel within Nairobi using Posta Kenya. That allows your package or letter to get to the intended recipient quickly.
Another incidence where you may need to indicate the postal code is when doing an online application. This could be for a job, government service, or bank loan. They mainly require proof of residence, and the postal code is one of the basic requirements.
If you are a freelancer, you probably have encountered this often when setting up your account. You must enter your postal or zip code before your account can be approved.
Moreover, you may need to enter the postal code to verify your credit card. If you can’t get this right, your credit card won’t be verified, and you may not proceed with the online purchase or payment.
If you are a marketer, you may need to indicate your company’s or agency’s postal code to build credibility. So, it helps when you know it.
What’s The Difference Between a Postal Code and A Zip Code?
A ZIP (Zone Improvement Plan) code is an area coding system prevalent in the United States for location identification, which enables easy parcel and email delivery. The term is, however, not popular outside the United States, especially in Kenya.
Instead, we use the term postal code, which means the same thing. So, in the case of Nairobi, the term Zip Code Nairobi can be used interchangeably with the term Postal Code Nairobi. The two are the same.
What’s The Difference Between a Postal Code and a P.O. Box?
As we’ve seen, a postal code is a location identification coding system. However, a postal office box, popularly known as a P.O. Box, is a lockable box within a postal office identified with a particular person, corporation, or institution.
Usually, a postal code is a 5-digit numerical code. The first two digits of the code represent the postal region, and here are some famous examples in Kenya:
| First 2 Digits | Region in Kenya |
| 00 | Nairobi |
| 10 | Central |
| 20 | Rift Valley |
| 30 | Rift Valley |
| 40 | Nyanza |
| 50 | Western |
| 60 | Meru Region |
| 70 | North Eastern |
| 80 | Coast |
| 90 | Eastern |
Note that while the first two digits of the postal code signify the region, as the above table shows, the last three represent the relevant delivery office. For example, the postal code 00621 indicates a postal code from Nairobi because of the first two digits (00). However, the following three (621) indicate the Village Market.
What’s the Nairobi Postal Code?
Generally, Nairobi employs the General Post Office (GPO) postal code 00100. Mark you, the GPO is Posta Kenya headquarters, and thus, it makes sense for the Nairobi CBD to be in the same zone.
Note, however, that so many towns and neighborhoods within Nairobi have a different postal code from the original Nairobi GPO postal code. Here’s a list of 41 areas within Nairobi and their postal area codes:
| – | Area | Postal Code |
| 1 | GPO Postal Code | 00100 |
| 2 | Buru Buru Postal Code | 00515 |
| 3 | City Square Postal Code | 00200 |
| 4 | Dandora Postal Code | 00516 |
| 5 | Eastleigh Postal Code | 00610 |
| 6 | Embakasi Postal Code | 00521 |
| 7 | Enterprise Road Postal Code | 00500 |
| 8 | Gigiri Postal Code | 00601 |
| 9 | JKIA Postal Code | 00501 |
| 10 | Jamia Postal Code | 00101 |
| 11 | Kamiti Postal Code | 00607 |
| 12 | Kangemi Postal Code | 00625 |
| 13 | Karen Postal Code | 00502 |
| 14 | Kayole Postal Code | 00518 |
| 15 | Kenyatta Hospital Postal Code | 00202 |
| 16 | Kenyatta University Postal Code | 00609 |
| 17 | Lang’ata Postal Code | 00509 |
| 18 | Lavington Postal Code | 00603 |
| 19 | Lower Kabete Postal Code | 00604 |
| 20 | Makongeni Postal Code | 00510 |
| 21 | Mathare Valley Postal Code | 00611 |
| 22 | Mbagathi Postal Code | 00503 |
| 23 | Mchumbi Road Postal Code | 00504 |
| 24 | Mlolongo Postal Code | 00519 |
| 25 | Muthaiga Postal Code | 00619 |
| 26 | Ngara Road Postal Code | 00600 |
| 27 | Ngong Road Postal Code | 00505 |
| 28 | Nyayo Stadium Postal Code | 00506 |
| 29 | Parklands Postal Code | 00623 |
| 30 | Ronald Ngala Street Postal Code | 00300 |
| 31 | Ruai Postal Code | 00520 |
| 32 | Sarit Centre Postal Code | 00606 |
| 33 | State Law Postal Code | 00102 |
| 34 | Tom Mboya Street Postal Code | 00400 |
| 35 | Uthiru Gardens Postal Code | 00505 |
| 36 | Viwandani Postal Code | 00507 |
| 37 | Village Market Postal Code | 00621 |
| 38 | Waithaka Postal Code | 00613 |
| 39 | Wangige Postal Code | 00614 |
| 40 | Westlands Postal Code | 00800 |
| 41 | Yaya Towers Postal Code | 00508 |
How Can I Find My Zip Code in Kenya?
The easiest way to find your zip code in Kenya is to check it out online on Posta Kenya. Alternatively, you can email them at info@posta.co.ke or call them at 0719 072 600 or 0703 642 000. You can also visit their offices within Nairobi at Posta House, Kenyatta Avenue.
However, now that I’ve shared a 42-region list above, you should be able to find your Nairobi postal code. But if your target region is outside Nairobi, here’s another list with postal codes for some of the most popular towns and regions in Kenya:
Mombasa Zip Codes
| Area | Postal Code |
| Bamburi Zip Code | 80101 |
| Changamwe Zip Code | 80102 |
| Coast General Hospital Zip Code | 80103 |
| Docks Zip Code | 80104 |
| Kilindini Zip Code | 80107 |
| Likoni Zip Code | 80110 |
| Makupa Zip Code | 80112 |
| Mkomani Zip Code | 80106 |
| Moi Airport Zip Code | 80115 |
| Mombasa GPO Zip Code | 80100 |
| Mtongwe Zip Code | 80111 |
| Nyali Zip Code | 80115 |
| Mariakani Zip Code | 80113 |
| Mpeketoni Zip Code | 80503 |
| Mtwapa Zip Code | 80109 |
Other Popular Places in Kenya
| Area | Postal Code |
| Athi River Postal Code | 00204 |
| Bomet Postal Code | 20400 |
| Bondo Postal Code | 40601 |
| Bungoma Postal Code | 50200 |
| Busia Postal Code | 50400 |
| Chemilil Postal Code | 40116 |
| Chuka Postal Code | 60400 |
| Daadab Postal Code | 70103 |
| Daystar Postal Code | 70103 |
| Egerton Postal Code | 20115 |
| Eldoret Postal Code | 30100 |
| Embu Postal Code | 60100 |
| Garissa Postal Code | 70100 |
| Homa Bay Postal Code | 40300 |
| Isibania Postal Code | 40414 |
| Isiolo Postal Code | 60300 |
| Iten Postal Code | 30700 |
| Kabarak Postal Code | 20157 |
| Kabarnet Postal Code | 30400 |
| Kajiado Postal Code | 01100 |
| Kakamega Postal Code | 50100 |
| Kakuma Postal Code | 30501 |
| Kangundo Postal Code | 90115 |
| Kapenguria Postal Code | 30600 |
| Karatina Postal Code | 10101 |
| Kendu Bay Postal Code | 40301 |
| Kericho Postal Code | 20200 |
| Keroka Postal Code | 40202 |
| Kiambu Postal Code | 00900 |
| Kijabe Postal Code | 00220 |
| Kikuyu Postal Code | 00902 |
| Kilgoris Postal Code | 40700 |
| Kilifi Postal Code | 80108 |
| Kiserian Postal Code | 00206 |
| Kisii Postal Code | 40200 |
| Kisumu Postal Code | 40100 |
| Kitale Postal Code | 30200 |
| Kitengela Postal Code | 00241 |
| Kitui Postal Code | 90200 |
| Kwale Postal Code | 80403 |
| Kyeni Postal Code | 90209 |
| Lamu Postal Code | 80500 |
| Limuru Postal Code | 00217 |
| Lodwar Postal Code | 30500 |
| Machakos Postal Code | 90110 |
| Makueni Postal Code | 90300 |
| Malindi Postal Code | 80200 |
| Mandera Postal Code | 70300 |
| Marsabit Postal Code | 60500 |
| Maseno Postal Code | 40105 |
| Meru Postal Code | 60200 |
| Molo Postal Code | 20106 |
| Moyale Postal Code | 60700 |
| Muhoroni Postal Code | 40107 |
| Mumias Postal Code | 50102 |
| Murang’a Postal Code | 10200 |
| Naivasha Postal Code | 20117 |
| Nakuru Postal Code | 20100 |
| Namanga Postal Code | 00207 |
| Nanyuki Postal Code | 10400 |
| Narok Postal Code | 20500 |
| Nyahururu Postal Code | 20300 |
| Nyamira Postal Code | 40500 |
| Nyeri Postal Code | 10100 |
| Ogembo Postal Code | 40204 |
| Rongai Postal Code | 20108 |
| Samburu Postal Code | 80120 |
| Siaya Postal Code | 40600 |
| Sotik Postal Code | 20406 |
| Taveta Postal Code | 80302 |
| Thika Postal Code | 01000 |
| Voi Postal Code | 80300 |
How Do You Write a Postal Address in Nairobi?
A postal address Nairobi takes a specific format. Just like we were taught in school, you start with the name of the recipient or addressee and then the postal office box number and the delivery post office. Then, indicate the postal code, town, and country.
Here’s a case example of a postal address belonging to James Kim:
Mr. James Kim
P.O Box 1567 – Nairobi GPO
00100
Nairobi
Kenya
What’s Address 1 In Nairobi?
Address 1 in Nairobi refers to the addressee’s building or flat number, street name number, or building name. Meanwhile, Address 2 refers to Nairobi’s area name or block number.
How Do I Get a Postal Address in Nairobi?
You can get a Nairobi postal address by visiting the nearest Posta Kenya office or branch to inquire. You must fill out the necessary application form, avail your I.D. or passport, and pay an application fee (Ksh 2,000).
How Much Is a Postal Address in Kenya?
The cost of a postal address in Kenya depends on whether you are an individual or an organization. Individuals usually pay an application fee of Ksh 2,000 and a Ksh 560 deposit per year for the post box key. Meanwhile, corporate entities should pay an application fee of Ksh 9,450 and a Ksh 560 deposit for the post box key.
Concluding Thought:
Above is a quick guide to finding your Nairobi postal code or zip code. Note that the terms (zip and postal codes) are often used interchangeably but mean the same thing. If we’ve missed an area within Nairobi, kindly let us know, or visit Posta Kenya for inquiries.
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