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French Polynesia Postal Code

French Polynesia is formerly known as French Oceania. It is an overseas collectivity of France and its sole overseas country and it is located in the South Pacific Ocean. Papeete is the capital city and Faaa is the largest city of French Polynesia. The other major cities in French Polynesia are Faaa, Punaauia, Pirae, Moorea-Maiao, Mahina, Paea, Taiarapu-Est, Papara, Arue, etc.

The official language of the country in French Polynesia is French. The other recognized official languages in French Polynesia are Tahitian, Austral, Raivavae, Rapa, Mangareva, Tuamotuan, Marquesan, etc. French Polynesia is well known for its unique way of celebrating its festivals like Heiva, Pareo Day, Bastille Day, Tahiti Tiare Day, All Saints Day, Chinese New Year, etc. Many foreigners or travelers also take part in the celebration and enjoy it.

The official name of the postal service in French Polynesia is the Philatelic Center of French Polynesia. The postal service in French Polynesia was introduced in 1862 and the name Philatelic Center of French Polynesia was adopted in 2006. French Polynesia consists of five administrative subdivisions. At first, there was so much controversy over the places which were registered under the postal code office, but then slowly every region in French Polynesia got its postal codes. The pin code is segregated in such a way that each of the postal codes is.

Land Area

French Polynesia has a total land area of 4,167 km2, which comes to around a total of 1609 mi2. The entire land of French Polynesia consists of five administrative subdivisions. The names of the administrative subdivisions are the Marquesas Islands, Leeward Islands, Windward Islands, Tuamotu-Gambier, and Austral Islands. It was further subdivided into cities, municipalities, towns, and villages.

Water Area

French Polynesia has a total water area of 12 %. The major sources of water include groundwater, lakes, rainwater, rivers, snow, soil moisture springs, streams, water, waterfall, wetlands, etc. French Polynesia has more than four water bodies. Some water bodies have developed as tourist spots. Many water bodies are small in area and contain a minimum volume of water. Most of these water bodies are fresh water and very few are salt lakes.

Mountains

French Polynesia contains more than 22 named mountains. The highest peak and the most prominent mountain is Mont Orohena which is about 2,241 meters (7,352 feet). The other major mountains in French Polynesia are Pito Hiti, Mont Aorai, Mount Ronui, Mont Oave, Tekao, Temetiu, Mount Tohivea, Hitikau, Auorotini, etc.

Postal Stamps

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List of postal and courier services in French Polynesia:

  • Moorea Service Express
  • R.S Coursier
  • SOS COURSIERS
  • DHL Express Service Point - DHL
  • Wareva Express
  • Airborne International Courier Services
  • EasyParcel
  • Parcel Chief

French Polynesia PostalCode Details

Region Locality Postal Code
Bass Islands Ahurei 98751
Leeward Islands Maupiti 98732
Rautini 98761
Taputapuatea , Tumaraa , Uturoa 98735
Marquesas Islands Atuona , Eiaone ,Motu Ua 98741
Hakahau Ua Pou 98745
Hakamaii 98746
Hana Vave , Omoa 98740
Hane 98747
Vaipaee 98744
Vaitahu 98743
Northern Group Nukuataha 98741
Tuamotu-Gambier Otepa 98767
Tuamotus Islands Niutahi 98762
Tubuai Islands Amaru , Anapoto 98752
Anatonu 98750
Anau 98730
Windward Islands Afaahiti 98719
Afareaitu 98728
Arue 98701
Faa'a 98702 , 98704
Faaone 98720
Hitiaa 98705
Mahina 98709
Mataiea 98706
Maharepa 98728
Mahina 98709
Maiao 98704
Mataiea 98726
Paopao 98728 ,98729
Papara 98712
Papeari 98727
Papeete CTC 98715
Papeete RP 98713, 98714
Papenoo 98707
Pirae 98716
Pueu 98721
Punaauia Moana Nui 98717
Punaauia Punavai 98703
Punaauia Tamanu 98718
Tautira 98722
Teahupoo 98723
Tiarei 98709
Vairao 98725

French Polynesia PostalCode
Postcode type and position 5 digits to the left of delivery office name. Postcodes of the French overseas departments and territories all begin with 97 or 98.
The third digit identifies the territory (7 for French Polynesia).

Monsieur Jean DURAND
25 RUE DE L EGLISE
OROFARA
98709 MAHINA TAHITI
FRENCH POLYNESIA
Coding method XXX -- (First three digit) ---> indicate (namely 986, 987, 988) the places in French Polynesia given by France.
X-- (Fourth digit) ---> indicates the islands.
X-- (Last digit) ---> indicate the post office or delivery office.
Address format Each administrative division maintains its postal code for mail delivery purposes. Having the correct code is essential to your mail delivery. The official name of the French Polynesia postal service is the Philatelic Center of French Polynesia. The postal service in French Polynesia was introduced in 1862. There are five postal regions in French Polynesia where new postal codes have been introduced. French Polynesia has more than 59 postal codes.
French Polynesia uses a five-digit numeric postal code system in which the first three digits, the fourth digit, and the last digits have different indicates which are shown below;
Examples Monsieur Jean DURAND (addressee)
25 RUE DE L EGLISE (P.O. Box)
OROFARA (locality)
98709 MAHINA TAHITI (postcode)
FRENCH POLYNESIA (country)

Frequently asked questions (FAQ) s

  • How many digits are found in the French Polynesia postal code?
    There are five digits found in the French Polynesia postal code.
  • What is the postal code of the capital city of French Polynesia?
    Papeete is the capital city of French Polynesia and its postal code is 6255.
  • Name the official postal service in French Polynesia.
    The official postal service in French Polynesia is the Philatelic Center of French Polynesia.
  • How many postal codes are in French Polynesia?
    French Polynesia has more than 59 postal codes.
  • Give the alpha three-letter country code of French Polynesia.
    The alpha three-letter country code of French Polynesia is PYF.