How many LGAs does Federal Capital Territory State have and what are their postal codes?

Federal Capital Territory State has 6 Local Government Areas with unique NIPOST postal codes. The complete list of 6 LGAs and 22 postal districts is available on this page. Each LGA also has its own dedicated postal code page.

Federal Capital Territory State
Postal Codes 2026

Q: What is the postal code for Federal Capital Territory State?

The main postal code for Federal Capital Territory State is 900001 for Abuja (the state capital). Federal Capital Territory State uses the 900xxx 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 Federal Capital Territory State Nigeria?

Nigeria uses postal codes rather than zip codes. The postal code (zip code) for Federal Capital Territory State is 900001 for Abuja. All Federal Capital Territory postal codes begin with 900.

All NIPOST 6-digit postal codes for Federal Capital Territory State — 6 LGAs • 22 districts • Zone code 900xxx

22Total Codes

6LGAs

AbujaCapital

North CentralZone

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Capital Postal Code

900001

Abuja, Federal Capital Territory State

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Postal Codes in Federal Capital Territory State (2026)

Federal Capital Territory State uses the 900xxx NIPOST postal code zone — capital city Abuja has the code 900001. The state has 6 Local Government Areas with a total of 22 postal districts listed below.

North Central Nigeria's postal codes fall in the 2xxxxx–9xxxxx range. FCT Abuja, Kogi, Benue, Plateau, Nasarawa, and Niger State share this zone.

How to Write a Federal Capital Territory State Address

[Recipient Name]
[House No.], [Street Name]
[Area / District]
Abuja, Federal Capital Territory State 900001
Nigeria

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

When to Use a Federal Capital Territory 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 Federal Capital Territory 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 Federal Capital Territory 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 Federal Capital Territory — Quick Links

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

Abaji 902101 Abuja Municipal Area Council (AMAC) 900001 Bwari 901101 Gwagwalada 902001 Kuje 901101 Kwali 901201

Abaji LGA 1 code

902101 Full page →

Abaji 902101

Showing all 1 district in Abaji View full page →

Abuja Municipal Area Council (AMAC) LGA 13 codes

900001 Full page →

Central Business District / Garki 900001

Life Camp 900107

Gwarinpa 900108

Utako 900108

Mabushi 900108

Lugbe 900109

Asokoro 900231

Garki 900241

Maitama 900271

Jabi 900271

Wuse 900281

Wuse 2 900288

Kubwa 901101

Showing all 13 districts in Abuja Municipal Area Council (AMAC) View full page →

Bwari LGA 2 codes

901101 Full page →

Bwari 901101

Dutse / Ushafa 901102

Showing all 2 districts in Bwari View full page →

Gwagwalada LGA 2 codes

902001 Full page →

Gwagwalada 902001

Dobi / Ikwa 902002

Showing all 2 districts in Gwagwalada View full page →

Kuje LGA 2 codes

901101 Full page →

Kuje 901101

Chibiri / Pai 901105

Showing all 2 districts in Kuje View full page →

Kwali LGA 2 codes

901201 Full page →

Kwali 901201

Yangoji / Wako 901202

Showing all 2 districts in Kwali View full page →

Frequently Asked Questions — Federal Capital Territory Postal Codes

What is the postal code for Federal Capital Territory State?

Federal Capital Territory State uses the 900xxx postal zone. The main postal code for Abuja (the state capital) is 900001. Other LGAs have their own unique 6-digit NIPOST codes — see the full list above.

What is the postal code for Abuja, Federal Capital Territory?

The postal code for Abuja, Federal Capital Territory State is 900001. 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 Federal Capital Territory State, Nigeria?

Nigeria uses postal codes rather than zip codes, but they serve the same purpose. The postal code (zip code) for Federal Capital Territory State is 900001 for Abuja. All Federal Capital Territory postal codes begin with 900.

How many LGAs does Federal Capital Territory State have?

Federal Capital Territory State has 6 Local Government Areas, each with its own set of NIPOST postal codes. This page lists all 6 LGAs with a total of 22 postal districts.

How do I use a Federal Capital Territory 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 900001 (Abuja).

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. Federal Capital Territory State falls in the North Central zone, using the 900xxx code series.

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