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Uganda ZIP Code Dataset

Comprehensive Uganda ZIP code data with accurate geographic coordinates, administrative divisions, and time zone

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Sample Dataset Uganda

ISOCountryLanguageRegion 1Region 2Region 3Region 4LocalityZip CodeLatitudeLongitudeTimezone
UGUgandaENCentralBuikweBuikweBuikweKitazi0.30378432.976494Africa/Kampala
UGUgandaENCentralBuikweBuikweBuikweMalongwe0.30262433.027321Africa/Kampala
UGUgandaENCentralBuikweBuikweBuikweSsugu0.27622432.963750Africa/Kampala
UGUgandaENCentralBuikweBuikweNajjaBusagazi0.21646033.128495Africa/Kampala
UGUgandaENCentralBuikweBuikweNajjaGulama0.31214733.140423Africa/Kampala
UGUgandaENCentralBuikweBuikweNajjaKisimba0.31548833.099240Africa/Kampala
UGUgandaENCentralBuikweBuikweNajjaKiyindi0.27529933.152514Africa/Kampala
UGUgandaENCentralBuikweBuikweNajjaMawotto0.27804833.075217Africa/Kampala
UGUgandaENCentralBuikweBuikweNajjaNamatovu0.30996233.075359Africa/Kampala
UGUgandaENCentralBuikweBuikweNajjaTukulu0.24638633.100211Africa/Kampala
UGUgandaENCentralBuikweBuikweNgogweDdungi0.25987633.040647Africa/Kampala
UGUgandaENCentralBuikweBuikweNgogweKikwayi0.20737032.914751Africa/Kampala
UGUgandaENCentralBuikweBuikweNgogweKiringo0.17687333.073419Africa/Kampala
UGUgandaENCentralBuikweBuikweNgogweLubongo0.21708232.969086Africa/Kampala
UGUgandaENCentralBuikweBuikweNgogweNamulesa0.23014033.025192Africa/Kampala
UGUgandaENCentralBuikweBuikweNgogweNdolwa0.24413832.955823Africa/Kampala
UGUgandaENCentralBuikweBuikweNkokonjeruBukasa0.24075732.923734Africa/Kampala
UGUgandaENCentralBuikweBuikweNkokonjeruMulajje0.25302932.919962Africa/Kampala
UGUgandaENCentralBuikweBuikweNkokonjeruNkokonjeru0.23063632.925651Africa/Kampala
UGUgandaENCentralBuikweBuikweSsi-BukunjaKimera0.18866633.000754Africa/Kampala
UGUgandaENCentralBuikweBuikweSsi-BukunjaKobba0.14136433.039576Africa/Kampala
UGUgandaENCentralBuikweBuikweSsi-BukunjaLugala0.16553732.970910Africa/Kampala
UGUgandaENCentralBuikweBuikweSsi-BukunjaLugoba0.09472632.905117Africa/Kampala
UGUgandaENCentralBuikweBuikweSsi-BukunjaMuvo0.13469032.994500Africa/Kampala
UGUgandaENCentralBuikweBuikweSsi-BukunjaNamukuma0.16764532.907606Africa/Kampala
UGUgandaENCentralBuikweBuikweSsi-BukunjaZzitwe0.08994632.969942Africa/Kampala
UGUgandaENCentralBukomansimbiBukomansimbiBigasaBukango-0.00545331.611515Africa/Kampala
UGUgandaENCentralBukomansimbiBukomansimbiBigasaButalaga-0.08108831.674892Africa/Kampala
UGUgandaENCentralBukomansimbiBukomansimbiBigasaKigangazzi-0.01131231.664866Africa/Kampala
UGUgandaENCentralBukomansimbiBukomansimbiBigasaMbiriizi-0.09040831.640524Africa/Kampala
UGUgandaENCentralBukomansimbiBukomansimbiButengaKabigi-0.14851931.670877Africa/Kampala
UGUgandaENCentralBukomansimbiBukomansimbiButengaKassebwera-0.18919031.588248Africa/Kampala
UGUgandaENCentralBukomansimbiBukomansimbiButengaKawoko-0.19314431.694296Africa/Kampala
UGUgandaENCentralBukomansimbiBukomansimbiButengaKisiita-0.25653631.705710Africa/Kampala
UGUgandaENCentralBukomansimbiBukomansimbiButengaKyankoole-0.21407831.644649Africa/Kampala
UGUgandaENCentralBukomansimbiBukomansimbiKitandaGayaaza-0.06890431.563594Africa/Kampala
UGUgandaENCentralBukomansimbiBukomansimbiKitandaLuwoko-0.11925731.601529Africa/Kampala
UGUgandaENCentralBukomansimbiBukomansimbiKitandaMakukuulu-0.02489431.561660Africa/Kampala
UGUgandaENCentralBukomansimbiBukomansimbiKitandaMitigyeera-0.11409631.563582Africa/Kampala
UGUgandaENCentralBukomansimbiBukomansimbiKitandaNdeeba-0.15980131.572999Africa/Kampala
UGUgandaENCentralButambalaButambalaBuddeBudde0.11638432.177621Africa/Kampala
UGUgandaENCentralButambalaButambalaBuddeGwatiro0.17669732.192756Africa/Kampala
UGUgandaENCentralButambalaButambalaBuddeKibugga0.16678132.164257Africa/Kampala
UGUgandaENCentralButambalaButambalaBuddeLugala0.14800532.183972Africa/Kampala
UGUgandaENCentralButambalaButambalaBuddeSesa0.15196732.179652Africa/Kampala
UGUgandaENCentralButambalaButambalaBuloBule0.08912631.957353Africa/Kampala
UGUgandaENCentralButambalaButambalaBuloBulo0.09461831.997153Africa/Kampala
UGUgandaENCentralButambalaButambalaBuloButawuka0.11047332.022319Africa/Kampala
UGUgandaENCentralButambalaButambalaBuloKizzikibi0.11146432.020469Africa/Kampala
UGUgandaENCentralButambalaButambalaBuloKyerima0.14936332.080295Africa/Kampala
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Uganda's Postal Code Format

Uganda uses a "Postcodes" system, which is a five-digit numeric format, like 99999, with no letters or separators. This system is purely numeric. According to the GeoPostcodes world postal code database, Uganda has 5,654 postal codes covering 1,784 regions and 7,987 towns. This format is similar to US ZIP codes, which are also five digits and purely numeric.

  • Postcodes Format: 99999

    • Numeric format, 5 digits
    • All mail routed to P.O. Boxes
    • 5,654 postcodes covering 1,784 regions and 7,987 towns

    Example:

    • 31048 - Central

  • Structure of Postal Codes

    • Format: 99999, numeric

  • Management & Authority

    • Primary postal authority: Uganda Post, www.ugapost.co.ug.

  • Addressing Standards

    • Common address format: [P.O. Box] [Box Number], [Town in capitals]
    • Example address: P.O. Box 123, KAMPALA

Our location dataset for Uganda

Explore our comprehensive collection of Uganda location data products, designed to meet all your mapping and location intelligence needs.

Uganda ZIP & Administrative boundaries

Uganda administrative landscape often follows inconsistent regional models and irregular public sources, making it difficult to maintain reliable boundaries. Our standardized postal and administrative boundary data resolves these gaps to ensure complete, coherent geographic coverage.

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Coverage Statistics

5,654
Total ZIP Codes
1,784
Provinces & Territories
7,987
Cities & Towns

Available File Formats

Choose from multiple data formats to seamlessly integrate Uganda postal code data into your systems

  • CSV FormatComma-separated values for spreadsheet applications and data analysis tools
  • GeoJSON FormatJavaScript Object Notation for web applications and modern development
  • GML FormatExtensible Markup Language for enterprise systems and legacy applications
  • DAT FormatDatabase-ready SQL scripts for direct import into your systems

Data Dictionary

Comprehensive field definitions and data specifications for the Uganda postal code dataset

Field nameField typeDescriptionComments
ISOChar(2)ISO 3166-1 Country codeThe ISO 3166-1 standard is published by the International Organization for Standardization (ISO) and defines a unique code for the name of each country. The country codes are represented as a two-letter code (alpha-2).
CountryChar(50)Country name
LanguageChar(2)Language codeWhen there are several official languages in the country, or for countries using a non-Latin alphabet, we provide the names in different languages. The language field contains the language code and allows you to select a specific version.
Region1Region2Region3Region4Char(80)Administrative division level 1Administrative division level 2Administrative division level 3Administrative division level 4These fields contain the name of administrative divisions for each available level. If not applicable, the value '-' will be indicated.
LocalityChar(80)Locality nameContains the settlement name. The type of settlement may vary depending on the country (city, town, village, etc..).
PostcodeChar(15)ZIP / Postal codeIn countries/places where there is no postal code in use, this field is left empty. The postcode structure varies for each country.
LatitudeLongitudeDoublePlace coordinates (WGS84 coordinates)These fields contain the geographic coordinates related to the specific locality and postal code of the record. The geographical position is usually precise to about one hundred meters and corresponds to the center of the locality. All our files are created using the World Geodetic System standard WGS 84. The corresponding SRID reference is EPSG:4326.
TimezoneChar(30)Time zone name (Olson)Following the timezones defined in the IANA tz database (sometimes called Olson database).

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Postal Code Database

Global dataset containing all administrative divisions, cities and ZIP codes.

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Key features

  • 247 Countries
  • 9,9M Coordinates
  • 9,3M ZIP codes
  • 400 Time zones
  • 4M Cities and Towns
  • 116K UNLOCODES

Specifications

  • Coverage: Global
  • Format: CSV, ASC, DAT, GML, GeoJSON, KML, Shapefile (SHP)

Use cases for the international ZIP code database

Powering enterprise solutions and product innovation for businesses worldwide

Address Validation

Capture accurate addresses for every country and territory in the world, in any language, and match local requirements.

Reporting and business intelligence

Ensure compliant and accurate reports across your organization. Enhance data analysis with location intelligence.

Logistics and shipping

Design and optimize your distribution network, plan your pick-up and drop-off locations, reduce costs and improve visibility over your shipping.

Map and visualization

Analyze complex trends and discover actionable insights. Build engaging and intuitive map-based data visualizations.

Master data management

Rely on a single source of truth to ensure accuracy, consistency, and timeliness across your systems and organization.

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Segment customers for site selection, analytics, geofencing, campaigns, mapping, and targeted ads.

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Global Postal Code Coverage

247 countries and territories with standardized formatting and reliable geographic information.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the ZIP code of Kampala?

Kampala does not have a single ZIP code; Uganda uses five-digit postcodes, so you should use the specific 5-digit postcode for the Kampala division, neighborhood, or PO Box of the address.

What is a 5 digit ZIP code in Uganda?

An example of a 5-digit ZIP code (postcode) in Uganda is 25600.

Are there ZIP codes in Uganda?

Yes. Uganda uses postcodes (ZIP codes) in a five-digit format, written as 99999.

Does Uganda have postal codes?

Yes. Uganda uses postcodes: five-digit numeric codes (format 99999) assigned to areas, towns and cities to facilitate mail delivery.

Which town has the ZIP code 12345 in Uganda?

No town in Uganda has the ZIP code 12345; that postcode is not assigned to any Ugandan town in official postcode listings.

Does Uganda use ZIP codes like the United States?

Uganda uses postcodes in a five-digit format (99999); these postcodes serve the same purpose as U.S. ZIP codes for mail routing, though they are part of Uganda’s national postal system.

Does Uganda have a ZIP code system?

Yes. Uganda has a postcode system used for mail delivery; postcodes follow a five-digit numeric format (99999).

Which country code is mistaken for ZIP code in Uganda?

The country code “UG” (Uganda’s ISO country code) is sometimes mistakenly entered in the ZIP code field in Uganda. Uganda uses five-digit postcodes for mail.

What is the ZIP code of Uganda?

Uganda does not have a single ZIP code; postcodes are five-digit numbers in the format 99999 and vary by city or area. With 7,987 cities, use the specific postcode for the destination.

What is the postal code format in Uganda?

The postal code format in Uganda is five digits, written as 99999; these codes are referred to as Postcodes.

How many digits is a ZIP code in Uganda?

A ZIP code (postcode) in Uganda consists of 5 digits, formatted as 99999.

Do addresses in Uganda include ZIP codes?

Yes. Addresses in Uganda can include ZIP codes (postcodes). Uganda uses five-digit postcodes in the format 99999; include the postcode after the city and district in the address when known, although not all areas routinely use them.

Updated: October 1, 2026