Botswana Address Format
Botswana addresses go from smallest unit to largest and contain no postal code. Physical addresses use a plot number plus road name; because door delivery is limited, P.O. Box or Private Bag numbers are very common (e.g. 'P.O. Box 456, Gaborone'). The town name is often written in capitals.
Standard format
Postal code (not used) rules
| Field name | Postal code (not used) |
|---|---|
| Format | No postal code system (N = digit, A = letter) |
| Rule | Botswana does not operate a postal code system. Mail is routed by recipient name, plot/street details, P.O. Box or Private Bag number, and town name. |
Fields used in Botswana
| State / region | No |
|---|---|
| Street address | Yes — "Plot / street address" locally |
| P.O. Box | Yes — "P.O. Box / Private Bag" locally |
FAQ
What postal code format does Botswana use?
Botswana does not operate a postal code system. Mail is routed by recipient name, plot/street details, P.O. Box or Private Bag number, and town name.
How do you write an address in Botswana?
Botswana addresses are written from the smallest unit to the largest. Botswana addresses go from smallest unit to largest and contain no postal code. Physical addresses use a plot number plus road name; because door delivery is limited, P.O. Box or Private Bag numbers are very common (e.g. 'P.O. Box 456, Gaborone'). The town name is often written in capitals.
Does Botswana use postal codes?
No. Botswana does not operate a postal code system. Mail is routed by recipient name, plot/street details, P.O. Box or Private Bag number, and town name.
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Sources
- https://botswanapost.post/
- https://www.upu.int/UPU/media/upu/documents/PostCode/ManualAddressing.pdf