UAE Postal Codes 2025 ZIP and P.O. Box Guide

Introduction

When mailing, subscribing to online services, or getting shipments in the United Arab Emirates (UAE) a common question can be:

 “What is my area postal code?”

Amazingly, ZIP or other postal codes are not used in the UAE as it is in most other nations. Rather each emirate has a P.O. Box (Post Office Box) system. The mail is posted to these rented P. O. Boxes and not directly to residential and home addresses.

Where a form or a web site needs a postal code, 00000 is a common default entry, or you can use your own or company P.O. Box number.

This guide includes all seven emirates, Dubai, Abu Dhabi, Sharjah, Ajman, Fujairah, Ras Al Khaimah and Umm Al Quwain and gives listings in each area.

📍 Quick UAE Postal Code Reference (Placeholder Codes)

Note: The UAE relies entirely on P.O. Boxes for mail delivery. The “postal codes” listed here are placeholders for forms or systems that require them.

📦 Dubai Postal Code & ZIP Code List (All Areas Use 00000)

Dubai is a global hub for trade, tourism, and logistics, yet no formal ZIP codes exist. All locations in Dubai use the same placeholder postal code: 00000.
Here’s a comprehensive Dubai area list for easy reference:

📌 For mail, always include the recipient’s P.O. Box number.

🏙 Abu Dhabi Postal Code & ZIP Code Guide

Abu Dhabi, the UAE’s capital, also does not use postal codes. Instead, every residential area, business, or institution has its own P.O. Box number.
Below is a detailed area listing with placeholder codes:

🏢 Abu Dhabi P.O. Box Numbers for Key Institutions

Sharjah Area Postal Codes

Sharjah is known as the Cultural Capital of the UAE and features a mix of residential, industrial, and coastal areas. Although Sharjah does not have unique postal codes for its districts, all areas can use “00000” or the relevant P.O. Box.

Sharjah Area Postal Codes List

Tip: Always include the recipient’s P.O. Box for accurate delivery.

📍 Ajman Area Postal Codes

Ajman is the smallest emirate in the UAE but a popular residential hub with growing industrial and commercial zones. Like the rest of the UAE, Ajman uses “00000” and P.O. Boxes.

📍 Fujairah Area Postal Codes

Fujairah, located on the UAE’s east coast, is known for its beaches, mountains, and ports. Like other emirates, all Fujairah areas use “00000” as a placeholder postal code.

Ras Al Khaimah Postal Codes List

Ras Al Khaimah is a northern emirate known for its mountains and historical landmarks. Like others, it uses P.O. Boxes and “00000.”

📍 Umm Al Quwain Area Postal Codes

Umm Al Quwain (UAQ) is the least populated emirate and a peaceful residential and fishing community

How Postal Codes Work in the UAE (Complete Guide)

The United Arab Emirates (UAE) uses a special mailing and address system that is vastly different as compared to countries that use postal codes or ZIP. Rather than allocate postal codes to geographic areas, the UAE uses solely the P.O. Box numbers that Emirates Post issues. This system guarantees a secure and centralized mail delivery to residents, businesses, and organizations.

You might have ever wondered how come when completing electronic forms, fields which require a postal code ask you to enter 00000 in the field, this guide will clarify the reasons why this is usually entered and how post actually reaches people in the UAE.

🗂️ Why the UAE Does Not Use Postal Codes

Because postal codes in Western countries are used to define a neighborhood, town, or region, the UAE chose a centralized system of P.O. Box because of high rates of urbanization, road network changes, and deep business concentrations.

• All the individuals or companies are required to hire a P.O. Box at the closest post office.
• The mail does not travel door-to-door and rather the recipient gets it at the assigned box.
• Websites where a postal code is requested can be filled with 00000 or nothing.

📦 How the P.O. Box System Works

1. Registration

 A P.O. Box is applied by the residents, or businesses, at the local Emirates Post branch.

Mailing Address Format

 A mailing address in the UAE normally contains:

 [Recipient Name]  

P.O. Box [Unique Number]  

[Emirate Name], United Arab Emirates  

 Example:

 John Smith  

P.O. Box 12345  

Dubai, United Arab Emirates

1. Mail Collection

The recipient will be required to visit his appointed post office on a regular basis to receive the mails.

1. Courier Services

Emirates Post and private couriers (ex: Aramex, DHL) deliver packages home, but standard letters are delivered to only P.O. Boxes.

📍 Postal System Breakdown by Emirate

1. Dubai

• Postal Code: None (use 00000)
• Mail System: P.O. Box only
• Examples: P.O. Box 99999, in Dubai, of Emirates Post HQ.

2. Abu Dhabi

• Postal Code: None (use 00000)
• Examples: Abu Dhabi Police can have a P.O. Boxes such as 253.
• Abu Dhabi has different zones although P.O. Box is still mandatory in delivering mail.

3. Sharjah

• Uses P.O. Boxes only for residents and companies.
• Example: In Sharjah, a business in Al Nahda, the P.O. The box can be 8652.
• Forms filled on online that need a postal code should be filled with 00000.

4. Ajman

• Mails are picked out of the Ajman Central Post Office or branch P.O. Boxes.
• Delivery on the street is not available.
• Example: A business letter can state:

 ABC Company  

P.O. Box 9876  

Ajman, UAE

5. Fujairah

• Such areas as Dibba, Kalba, and Ghurfah do not have individual postal codes.
• Mails can only be accessed in P.O.Boxes that are rented in Fujairah.

6. Ras Al Khaimah (RAK)

• No postal code exists for RAK.
• Assigned P.O. Boxes are used by companies or government offices, e.g. P.O. Box 32900.

7. Umm Al Quwain (UAQ)

• One of the smallest emirates, relies entirely on P.O. Box mail delivery.
• In all mails, the emirate name and valid P.O. Box number should be provided.

Summary for Residents and Businesses

• No postal or ZIP codes are in the UAE.
• P.O.Box (Post office box) numbers are obligatory in the mail delivery.
• Use 00000 for postal code fields in online forms.
• Invariably remember to use the proper name of the emirate and the P.O. Box allotted.
• Private couriers can deliver packages to your door, however letters need to be collected on P.O. Boxes.

Question and Answer (FAQs).

1. What is Dubai’s postal code?

 Dubai has no postal codes. Rather, the people and businesses use P.O. Box numbers. Please enter 00000 where a postal code is needed.

2. Does Abu Dhabi have a ZIP code?

 No. Mail in Abu Dhabi addresses a P.O. Box number.

3. Where is the postal code of Sharjah?

 The city of Sharjah does not have a postal code, you will need a number of a P.O. Box with Emirates Post.

4. Does Ajman have a postal code?

 No. P.O. Box numbers are also used in Ajman to deliver mail.

5. What do I use in Fujairah?

 Use your assigned P.O. Box. If required, enter 00000.

6. Is Ras Al Khaimah amenable to a single code?

 No. A different P.O. Box is required by each recipient; no common code.

7. What is the delivery of mail in Umm Al Quwain?

 The mail is only posted to P.O. Boxes and not homes.

8. How do I fill in a ZIP code which a site requests?

 Type in your P.O. Box number or just type in 00000 in case there is no box available.