United Arab Emirates ZIP code and address format

The United Arab Emirates doesn't use postal codes.

Postal codes: Not used
Address: John Smith, Company Name, 123 Main Street, Emirate

Postal codes in the United Arab Emirates

The United Arab Emirates has no postal code system. Leave the ZIP code field empty when a form allows it.

The UAE has no postal codes. Mail goes to a P.O. Box or is delivered by address; if a form insists on a ZIP code, 00000 is commonly accepted.

How to write an address in the United Arab Emirates

John Smith
Company Name
123 Main Street
Emirate
UNITED ARAB EMIRATES

Write the city in capital letters.
Required parts: street address, state/province.
When you send mail from abroad, add UNITED ARAB EMIRATES as the last line.

Cities in the United Arab Emirates

DubaiNo postal code
Abu DhabiNo postal code
SharjahNo postal code
Al Ain CityNo postal code
AjmanNo postal code
Ras Al KhaimahNo postal code
MusaffahNo postal code
Jebel AliNo postal code
FujairahNo postal code
WarīsānNo postal code

Emirates of the United Arab Emirates

Abu Dhabi
Sharjah
Fujairah
Umm Al Quwain
Dubai
Ras al Khaimah
Ajman

Neighbouring countries

OmanNNN
Saudi ArabiaNNNNN

Questions about United Arab Emirates postal codes

Does the United Arab Emirates have ZIP codes?

No. The United Arab Emirates doesn't use ZIP or postal codes, and mail is delivered by address alone. If a form asks for a ZIP code, follow the form's instructions; the value isn't used for delivery.

How do I write an address in the United Arab Emirates?

Use this order, one part per line: John Smith / Company Name / 123 Main Street / Emirate.