What is the postal code for Maiduguri, Borno State?

The postal code for Maiduguri, Borno State is 600001. This is the NIPOST code for Maiduguri, the capital city of Borno State, Nigeria.

How many LGAs does Borno State have and what are their postal codes?

Borno State has 22 Local Government Areas with unique NIPOST postal codes. The complete list of 22 LGAs and 26 postal districts is available on this page. Each LGA also has its own dedicated postal code page.

Borno State
Postal Codes 2026

Q: What is the postal code for Borno State?

The main postal code for Borno State is 600001 for Maiduguri (the state capital). Borno State uses the 600xxx postal zone series. Each LGA has its own unique 6-digit NIPOST code — see the full list on this page.

Q: What is the zip code for Borno State Nigeria?

Nigeria uses postal codes rather than zip codes. The postal code (zip code) for Borno State is 600001 for Maiduguri. All Borno postal codes begin with 600.

All NIPOST 6-digit postal codes for Borno State — 22 LGAs • 26 districts • Zone code 600xxx

26Total Codes

22LGAs

MaiduguriCapital

North EastZone

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Capital Postal Code

600001

Maiduguri, Borno State

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Postal Codes in Borno State (2026)

Borno State uses the 600xxx NIPOST postal code zone — capital city Maiduguri has the code 600001. The state has 22 Local Government Areas with a total of 26 postal districts listed below.

North East Nigeria's postal codes fall in the 6xxxxx range. Bauchi, Gombe, Adamawa, Borno, Taraba, and Yobe share this zone.

How to Write a Borno State Address

[Recipient Name]
[House No.], [Street Name]
[Area / District]
Maiduguri, Borno State 600001
Nigeria

Example uses Maiduguri (state capital) code. Select your specific LGA code from the list below.

When to Use a Borno Postal Code

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BVN & Bank Registration Enter your LGA's postal code when registering bank accounts or BVN at any commercial bank.

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NIN Enrollment NIMC registration forms require your area's 6-digit postal code. Use the code for your specific LGA.

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JAMB & School Applications Use your Borno postal code on JAMB UTME and university admission forms.

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Online Shopping & Delivery Enter your postal code when ordering items for delivery anywhere in Borno State.

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Sending Mail or Parcels Write the 6-digit code on the last line of the recipient's address before 'Nigeria'.

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Voter Registration (PVC) INEC voter registration forms require your LGA postal code for address verification.

All LGA Postal Codes in Borno — Quick Links

Click any LGA below to see its full list of districts and postal codes on a dedicated page.

Askira-Uba 601021 Bama 601001 Biu 601031 Chibok 601201 Damboa 601301 Dikwa 601401 Gubio 601501 Gwoza 601701 Hawul 601801 Jere 600101 Kaga 601901 Kala-Balge 602001 Konduga 600201 Kukawa 602101 Mafa 602301 Magumeri 602401 Maiduguri 600001 Mobbar 602501 Monguno 602601 Ngala 602701 Nganzai 602801 Shani 601011

Askira-Uba LGA 1 code

601021 Full page →

Askira / Uba 601021

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Bama LGA 1 code

601001 Full page →

Bama 601001

Showing all 1 district in Bama View full page →

Biu LGA 1 code

601031 Full page →

Biu 601031

Showing all 1 district in Biu View full page →

Chibok LGA 1 code

601201 Full page →

Chibok 601201

Showing all 1 district in Chibok View full page →

Damboa LGA 1 code

601301 Full page →

Damboa 601301

Showing all 1 district in Damboa View full page →

Dikwa LGA 1 code

601401 Full page →

Dikwa 601401

Showing all 1 district in Dikwa View full page →

Gubio LGA 1 code

601501 Full page →

Gubio 601501

Showing all 1 district in Gubio View full page →

Gwoza LGA 1 code

601701 Full page →

Gwoza 601701

Showing all 1 district in Gwoza View full page →

Hawul LGA 1 code

601801 Full page →

Hawul / Kwaya Kusar 601801

Showing all 1 district in Hawul View full page →

Jere LGA 1 code

600101 Full page →

Jere / Gamboru 600101

Showing all 1 district in Jere View full page →

Kaga LGA 1 code

601901 Full page →

Kaga 601901

Showing all 1 district in Kaga View full page →

Kala-Balge LGA 1 code

602001 Full page →

Kala-Balge 602001

Showing all 1 district in Kala-Balge View full page →

Konduga LGA 2 codes

600201 Full page →

Konduga 600201

Benisheikh 600202

Showing all 2 districts in Konduga View full page →

Kukawa LGA 1 code

602101 Full page →

Kukawa 602101

Showing all 1 district in Kukawa View full page →

Mafa LGA 1 code

602301 Full page →

Mafa 602301

Showing all 1 district in Mafa View full page →

Magumeri LGA 1 code

602401 Full page →

Magumeri 602401

Showing all 1 district in Magumeri View full page →

Maiduguri LGA 4 codes

600001 Full page →

Maiduguri (GPO / Central) 600001

Railway / Bulabulin 600002

GRA / Monday Market 600003

Bolori / Gwange 600004

Showing all 4 districts in Maiduguri View full page →

Mobbar LGA 1 code

602501 Full page →

Mobbar / Damasak 602501

Showing all 1 district in Mobbar View full page →

Monguno LGA 1 code

602601 Full page →

Monguno 602601

Showing all 1 district in Monguno View full page →

Ngala LGA 1 code

602701 Full page →

Ngala 602701

Showing all 1 district in Ngala View full page →

Nganzai LGA 1 code

602801 Full page →

Nganzai 602801

Showing all 1 district in Nganzai View full page →

Shani LGA 1 code

601011 Full page →

Shani 601011

Showing all 1 district in Shani View full page →

Frequently Asked Questions — Borno Postal Codes

What is the postal code for Borno State?

Borno State uses the 600xxx postal zone. The main postal code for Maiduguri (the state capital) is 600001. Other LGAs have their own unique 6-digit NIPOST codes — see the full list above.

What is the postal code for Maiduguri, Borno?

The postal code for Maiduguri, Borno State is 600001. 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 Borno State, Nigeria?

Nigeria uses postal codes rather than zip codes, but they serve the same purpose. The postal code (zip code) for Borno State is 600001 for Maiduguri. All Borno postal codes begin with 600.

How many LGAs does Borno State have?

Borno State has 22 Local Government Areas, each with its own set of NIPOST postal codes. This page lists all 22 LGAs with a total of 26 postal districts.

How do I use a Borno 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 600001 (Maiduguri).

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. Borno State falls in the North East zone, using the 600xxx code series.

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