Kano Postal Codes - Comprehensive Area Guide | Apartments.ng

Need a Kano postal code? You're in the right place. Nigeria's postal codes are issued by NIPOST as six-digit numbers tied to a specific area and its Local Government Area (LGA). Use the quick lookup below, or scan the table of Kano neighbourhoods — from Sabon Gari and Fagge to Bompai and Tarauni — and copy the code you need in seconds.

Kano postal codes by area

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How Nigerian postal codes work

A Nigerian postal code has six digits. The first digit marks the postal region, the next two narrow it to a zone, and the last three point to the delivery district. Kano State sits in the 700–704 range, which is why most inner-city areas share the 7002xx prefix, while outlying towns such as Bichi (7011xx) and Gwarzo (7041xx) carry their own. Codes are assigned within each LGA, so neighbouring districts often look very similar at a glance.

Using your Kano postal code for delivery

For everyday post and courier drop-offs, a clear street address, a landmark and a working phone number usually matter more than the code itself. But you'll be asked for a postal code when you shop online, register for bank cards and deliveries, complete official or visa forms, or set up international shipping. In almost all of these cases the area code from the table above is accepted — pair it with your full street address so dispatch riders can find you quickly.

A quick guide to Kano's areas

Kano Municipal is the historic heart of the city — home to the ancient city walls, Kurmi Market and the bustling trade of Sabon Gari and Fagge. Nassarawa (covering Bompai and Tarauni) is the leafier, more administrative and industrial side, popular with professionals. Dala and Gwale hold some of the oldest residential quarters inside the walls, while Kumbotso (Challawa, Mariri) anchors the industrial belt to the south. Further out, Bichi and Gwarzo are established town centres with their own postal districts. Whichever side of the city suits you, you can search current listings by area in a couple of taps.

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