Abia State
Postal Codes 2026
All NIPOST 6-digit postal codes for Abia State — 15 LGAs • 24 districts • Zone code 440xxx
24Total Codes
15LGAs
UmuahiaCapital
South EastZone
Capital Postal Code
440001
Umuahia, Abia State
Postal Codes in Abia State (2026)
Abia State uses the 440xxx NIPOST postal code zone — capital city Umuahia has the code 440001. The state has 15 Local Government Areas with a total of 24 postal districts listed below.
South East Nigeria's postal codes fall in the 4xxxxx range. Anambra, Enugu, Imo, Abia, and Ebonyi share this zone.
How to Write a Abia State Address
[Recipient Name]
[House No.], [Street Name]
[Area / District]
Umuahia, Abia State 440001
Nigeria
[House No.], [Street Name]
[Area / District]
Umuahia, Abia State 440001
Nigeria
Example uses Umuahia (state capital) code. Select your specific LGA code from the list below.
When to Use a Abia Postal Code
BVN & Bank Registration
Enter your LGA's postal code when registering bank accounts or BVN at any commercial bank.
NIN Enrollment
NIMC registration forms require your area's 6-digit postal code. Use the code for your specific LGA.
JAMB & School Applications
Use your Abia postal code on JAMB UTME and university admission forms.
Online Shopping & Delivery
Enter your postal code when ordering items for delivery anywhere in Abia State.
Sending Mail or Parcels
Write the 6-digit code on the last line of the recipient's address before 'Nigeria'.
Voter Registration (PVC)
INEC voter registration forms require your LGA postal code for address verification.
All LGA Postal Codes in Abia — Quick Links
Click any LGA below to see its full list of districts and postal codes on a dedicated page.
Aba North LGA
3 codes
450001
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Aba
450001
Aba Central / Ogbor Hill
450001
Eziukwu
450211
Showing all 3 districts in Aba North
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Aba South LGA
2 codes
450001
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Osisioma
450001
Ariaria
450211
Showing all 2 districts in Aba South
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Arochukwu LGA
2 codes
453001
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Arochukwu
453001
Ututu
453001
Showing all 2 districts in Arochukwu
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Bende LGA
2 codes
441001
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Bende
441001
Uzuakoli
441002
Showing all 2 districts in Bende
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Ikwuano LGA
1 code
453101
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Ikwuano / Umuariaga
453101
Showing all 1 district in Ikwuano
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Isiala Ngwa North LGA
1 code
451001
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Isiala Ngwa
451001
Showing all 1 district in Isiala Ngwa North
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Isiala Ngwa South LGA
1 code
451101
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Isiala Ngwa
451101
Showing all 1 district in Isiala Ngwa South
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Isuikwuato LGA
1 code
452001
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Isuikwuato
452001
Showing all 1 district in Isuikwuato
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Obi Ngwa LGA
1 code
453201
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Obi Ngwa
453201
Showing all 1 district in Obi Ngwa
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Ohafia LGA
2 codes
453501
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Ohafia
453501
Abiriba
453502
Showing all 2 districts in Ohafia
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Ugwunagbo LGA
1 code
453401
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Ugwunagbo
453401
Showing all 1 district in Ugwunagbo
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Ukwa East LGA
1 code
452101
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Ukwa
452101
Showing all 1 district in Ukwa East
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Ukwa West LGA
1 code
452201
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Oke-Ikpe
452201
Showing all 1 district in Ukwa West
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Umuahia North LGA
4 codes
440001
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Umuahia
440001
Ibeku
440001
Umuopara
440001
Umudike
440211
Showing all 4 districts in Umuahia North
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Umuahia South LGA
1 code
440211
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Olokoro
440211
Showing all 1 district in Umuahia South
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Frequently Asked Questions — Abia Postal Codes
What is the postal code for Abia State?
Abia State uses the 440xxx postal zone.
The main postal code for Umuahia (the state capital) is 440001.
Other LGAs have their own unique 6-digit NIPOST codes — see the full list above.
What is the postal code for Umuahia, Abia?
The postal code for Umuahia, Abia State is 440001.
This is the NIPOST code for the capital city. For other LGAs and districts, expand the relevant section above or click the LGA's "Full page" link.
What is the zip code for Abia State, Nigeria?
Nigeria uses postal codes rather than zip codes, but they serve the same purpose.
The postal code (zip code) for Abia State is 440001 for Umuahia.
All Abia postal codes begin with 440.
How many LGAs does Abia State have?
Abia State has 15 Local Government Areas,
each with its own set of NIPOST postal codes.
This page lists all 15 LGAs with a total of 24 postal districts.
How do I use a Abia postal code on a form?
Find your specific LGA from the list above, then copy the 6-digit code for your district.
Enter this code in any field asking for postal code, ZIP code, or NIPOST code.
If your form only allows one code for the entire state, use 440001 (Umuahia).
Who issues postal codes in Nigeria?
Postal codes in Nigeria are issued by NIPOST — the Nigerian Postal Service.
Nigerian postal codes are 6-digit numbers. The first digit identifies the postal region.
Abia State falls in the South East zone, using the 440xxx code series.
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