What is the postal code for Abakaliki, Ebonyi State?

The postal code for Abakaliki, Ebonyi State is 480001. This is the NIPOST code for Abakaliki, the capital city of Ebonyi State, Nigeria.

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

Ebonyi State has 19 Local Government Areas with unique NIPOST postal codes. The complete list of 19 LGAs and 21 postal districts is available on this page. Each LGA also has its own dedicated postal code page.

Ebonyi State
Postal Codes 2026

Q: What is the postal code for Ebonyi State?

The main postal code for Ebonyi State is 480001 for Abakaliki (the state capital). Ebonyi State uses the 480xxx 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 Ebonyi State Nigeria?

Nigeria uses postal codes rather than zip codes. The postal code (zip code) for Ebonyi State is 480001 for Abakaliki. All Ebonyi postal codes begin with 480.

All NIPOST 6-digit postal codes for Ebonyi State — 19 LGAs • 21 districts • Zone code 480xxx

21Total Codes

19LGAs

AbakalikiCapital

South EastZone

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Abakaliki, Ebonyi State

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Postal Codes in Ebonyi State (2026)

Ebonyi State uses the 480xxx NIPOST postal code zone — capital city Abakaliki has the code 480001. The state has 19 Local Government Areas with a total of 21 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 Ebonyi State Address

[Recipient Name]
[House No.], [Street Name]
[Area / District]
Abakaliki, Ebonyi State 480001
Nigeria

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

When to Use a Ebonyi 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 Ebonyi 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 Ebonyi 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 Ebonyi — Quick Links

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

Abakaliki 480001 Afikpo North 482001 Afikpo South 482101 Aguata 481101 Anambra East 481201 Anambra West 481301 Anaocha 481401 Awka North 481001 Awka South 481002 Ebonyi 480101 Ezza North 481501 Ezza South 481601 Ikwo 480201 Ishielu 480301 Ivo 482201 Izzi 480401 Ohaozara 482301 Ohaukwu 480501 Onicha 482401

Abakaliki LGA 3 codes

480001 Full page →

Abakaliki 480001

Hill Top / Azuiyi Udene 480001

Kpirikpiri 480002

Showing all 3 districts in Abakaliki View full page →

Afikpo North LGA 1 code

482001 Full page →

Afikpo 482001

Showing all 1 district in Afikpo North View full page →

Afikpo South LGA 1 code

482101 Full page →

Afikpo South / Edda 482101

Showing all 1 district in Afikpo South View full page →

Aguata LGA 1 code

481101 Full page →

Ekwulobia 481101

Showing all 1 district in Aguata View full page →

Anambra East LGA 1 code

481201 Full page →

Omor / Aguleri 481201

Showing all 1 district in Anambra East View full page →

Anambra West LGA 1 code

481301 Full page →

Nzam 481301

Showing all 1 district in Anambra West View full page →

Anaocha LGA 1 code

481401 Full page →

Adazi / Agulu 481401

Showing all 1 district in Anaocha View full page →

Awka North LGA 1 code

481001 Full page →

Awka 481001

Showing all 1 district in Awka North View full page →

Awka South LGA 1 code

481002 Full page →

Amawbia 481002

Showing all 1 district in Awka South View full page →

Ebonyi LGA 1 code

480101 Full page →

Ebonyi / Nkalagu 480101

Showing all 1 district in Ebonyi View full page →

Ezza North LGA 1 code

481501 Full page →

Ezzamgbo 481501

Showing all 1 district in Ezza North View full page →

Ezza South LGA 1 code

481601 Full page →

Onueke 481601

Showing all 1 district in Ezza South View full page →

Ikwo LGA 1 code

480201 Full page →

Ikwo / Alike 480201

Showing all 1 district in Ikwo View full page →

Ishielu LGA 1 code

480301 Full page →

Ishielu / Uburu 480301

Showing all 1 district in Ishielu View full page →

Ivo LGA 1 code

482201 Full page →

Ivo 482201

Showing all 1 district in Ivo View full page →

Izzi LGA 1 code

480401 Full page →

Izzi / Amachi 480401

Showing all 1 district in Izzi View full page →

Ohaozara LGA 1 code

482301 Full page →

Ohaozara / Uburu 482301

Showing all 1 district in Ohaozara View full page →

Ohaukwu LGA 1 code

480501 Full page →

Ohaukwu 480501

Showing all 1 district in Ohaukwu View full page →

Onicha LGA 1 code

482401 Full page →

Onicha / Ugbodo 482401

Showing all 1 district in Onicha View full page →

Frequently Asked Questions — Ebonyi Postal Codes

What is the postal code for Ebonyi State?

Ebonyi State uses the 480xxx postal zone. The main postal code for Abakaliki (the state capital) is 480001. Other LGAs have their own unique 6-digit NIPOST codes — see the full list above.

What is the postal code for Abakaliki, Ebonyi?

The postal code for Abakaliki, Ebonyi State is 480001. 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 Ebonyi State, Nigeria?

Nigeria uses postal codes rather than zip codes, but they serve the same purpose. The postal code (zip code) for Ebonyi State is 480001 for Abakaliki. All Ebonyi postal codes begin with 480.

How many LGAs does Ebonyi State have?

Ebonyi State has 19 Local Government Areas, each with its own set of NIPOST postal codes. This page lists all 19 LGAs with a total of 21 postal districts.

How do I use a Ebonyi 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 480001 (Abakaliki).

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. Ebonyi State falls in the South East zone, using the 480xxx code series.

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