If you are an expatriate living and working in Saudi Arabia, understanding the postal code system is essential for your daily life. Postal codes are no longer just for receiving mail. They have become a mandatory requirement for deliveries and online shopping in the Kingdom.
Saudi Post (SPL), banks, Absher, e-commerce platforms like Amazon.sa and Noon, and courier companies including Aramex, DHL, and SMSA all require accurate postal codes for their services. Many expats face confusion because Saudi Arabia uses a comprehensive National Address system that goes beyond traditional ZIP codes.
This guide provides everything you need to know about Saudi Arabia’s postal code system in 2026, including reference codes for major cities and districts, step-by-step instructions for finding your exact postal code, and tips to avoid common mistakes.
What Is the Saudi National Address System?
The National Address system was developed by Saudi Post (SPL) and officially approved by the Council of Ministers through Resolution Number 252 on June 3, 2013. This system was introduced as part of Saudi Vision 2030 to modernize the country’s postal infrastructure and support e-government initiatives.
Unlike older systems where addresses were often vague or incomplete, the National Address provides pinpoint accuracy of up to 1 square meter for every building in Saudi Arabia. This precision covers all regions, cities, villages, and even remote areas throughout the Kingdom.
Key features of the National Address system include:
- Complete coverage of all Saudi Arabian territory with exceptional accuracy
- Integration with government agencies including the Ministry of Interior, Ministry of Labor, and Ministry of Commerce
- Support for faster deliveries without the need for follow-up calls
- Access to worldwide addresses through the Alami service
Saudi Arabia Postal Code Format Explained
Saudi Arabia uses a 5-digit postal code system that can be extended to 9 digits for more precise addressing. Understanding the format helps you use postal codes correctly for any purpose.
The 5-Digit Basic Format
The first digit represents one of the main administrative regions in Saudi Arabia. The second and third digits combined identify the main post office in that region. The last two digits indicate either an individual post office or a postal zone within that city or surrounding area.
For example, the postal code 13326 for Al Yasmin district in Riyadh breaks down as: 1 represents the Riyadh Region, 33 identifies a specific postal sector, and 26 pinpoints the Al Yasmin district.
The Extended 9-Digit Format
For home deliveries and precise locations, a 4-digit secondary number is added after a hyphen to create the 9-digit format. This additional number provides building-level accuracy. For example, 13326-7787 would identify a specific building within the Al Yasmin district.
Complete National Address Components
A complete Saudi National Address consists of six main parts:
- Building Number: 4 distinctive numbers representing a specific building
- Street Name: The location of the main entrance of the building
- District: The neighborhood or area where the building is located
- City: The city where the National Address is registered
- Postal Code: The 5-digit code identifying the postal zone
- Secondary Number (Additional Number): 4 digits representing precise location coordinates
Example National Address Format
Short Address: RAGI2929
Building Number: 2929
Street: Rayhanah Bint Zaid
Secondary Number: 8118
District: Al Arid
City: Riyadh
Postal Code: 13337
Important: Postal codes differ by district, not just by city. A single city like Riyadh has dozens of different postal codes for different neighborhoods.
Related: What is a Short Address in Saudi Arabia
Major City and Town Postal Codes (2026 Reference)
Below are reference postal codes for major cities and districts across Saudi Arabia’s 13 provinces. Use these as starting points, then verify your exact code through Saudi Post’s official lookup service.
Riyadh Province Postal Codes
Riyadh, the capital city, has numerous districts each with its own postal code. The Riyadh region codes start with digit 1.
| City/District/Area | Postal Code |
|---|---|
| Al Olaya | 12313 |
| Al Muruj | 12281 |
| Al Mursalat | 12461 |
| Salahuddin | 12432 |
| Al Mughrizat | 12481 |
| Nuzha | 12473 |
| Ghirnath | 13241 |
| Al Shifa | 14713 |
| Badr | 14717 |
| Al Azizia | 14514 |
| Dar Al Baida | 14518 |
| Mansuriyah | 14535 |
| Qurtuba | 13245 |
| Ishbiliyah | 13226 |
| Al Yarmuk | 13243 |
| Munsiyah | 13255 |
| Rimal | 13424 |
| Al Nadwa | 14814 |
| An Nasim Ash Sharqi | 12243 |
| An Nasim Al Gharbi | 14233 |
| Al Khaleej | 13223 |
| Ar Rawdah | 13211 |
| King Abdullah Dt | 12425 |
| Al Izdihar | 12485 |
| Al Wadi | 13313 |
| Rabwah | 12834 |
| Al Zahra | 12811 |
| Al Sulaimaniyah | 12234 |
| Al Manar | 14221 |
| Al Janadriyah | 13611 |
| Ash Sharq | 13619 |
| Al Arid | 13344 |
| Diriyah | 13732 |
| Al Yasmin | 13326 |
| An Narjis | 13322 |
| New Industrial Area | 14331 |
| Al Iskan | 14317 |
| Ad Difa | 14315 |
| Dhahrat Laban | 13782 |
| Al Hamra | 13217 |
| As Suwaidi | 12787 |
| Al Kharj | 16277 |
| Al Muzahmiya | 19675 |
| Shaqra | 15571 |
| Ushaiqer | 15516 |
| Al Majmah | 15362 |
Makkah Province Postal Codes (Including Jeddah)
Makkah Province includes the holy city of Makkah, the major commercial hub of Jeddah, and Taif. Postal codes for this region typically start with digit 2.
| City/District/Area | Postal Code |
|---|---|
| Azizia (Jeddah) | 23337 |
| Al Safa | 23451 |
| Al Marwa | 23541 |
| As Salamah | 23436 |
| Ash Shati | 23513 |
| Al Murjan | 23714 |
| Al Rehab | 23344 |
| Al Yaqoot | 23824 |
| Al Sawari | 23826 |
| Al Lulu | 23821 |
| Al Naeem | 23526 |
| Al Nahda | 23523 |
| Al Tawfiq | 23464 |
| Al Waha | 23353 |
| Bryman | 23644 |
| Al Jamiah | 22341 |
| Al Jawaharah | 22416 |
| Alajaweed | 22442 |
| Al Wadi | 22518 |
| As Sarawat | 22527 |
| Al Khomrah | 22534 |
| Khumrah | 22524 |
| Al Khalidiyyah | 23421 |
| Industrial Area | 22429 |
| Al Faisaliyyah | 23441 |
| Al Rabwa | 23446 |
| Al Bawadi | 23443 |
| Nuzha | 23534 |
| Taiba | 23831 |
| Rabigh | 25753 |
| Qunfudah | 28821 |
| Khulais | 25537 |
| Taif | 26523 |
| Makkah City | 24231 |
| Al Lith | 28434 |
| Adham | 28653 |
| Ranyah | 29812 |
| Al Khurmah | 29372 |
| Thuwal | 23954 |
Eastern Province Postal Codes
The Eastern Province is the largest administrative region in Saudi Arabia, home to major industrial cities, oil hubs, and coastal towns. Postal codes start with digit 3.
| City/District/Area | Postal Code |
|---|---|
| Dammam | 32257 |
| Qatif | 32641 |
| Al Fursan | 32333 |
| Dhahran | 34517 |
| Ras Tanura | 32863 |
| Jubail | 35514 |
| Khobar | 34714 |
| Khafji | 39254 |
| Al Hofuf | 36361 |
| Hafr Al Baten | 39953 |
| Buqayq | 33261 |
| Al Hamra | 35419 |
Madinah Province Postal Codes
Madinah Province includes the holy city of Madinah and the industrial city of Yanbu. Postal codes start with digit 4.
| City/District/Area | Postal Code |
|---|---|
| Madinah City | 42316 |
| Badr | 46354 |
| Al-Ula | 43512 |
| Mahad Al Dahab | 44411 |
| Al-Hanakiya | 42642 |
| Yanbu | 46455 |
Al Qassim Province Postal Codes
Al Qassim Province in central Saudi Arabia includes Buraidah and Unaizah. Postal codes start with digit 5.
| City/District/Area | Postal Code |
|---|---|
| Buraidah | 52367 |
| Unaizah | 56219 |
| Ash-Shimasia | 52223 |
| Al-Rass | 58881 |
| Uyun Al-Jawa | 52786 |
| Al-Mitnab | 56525 |
| Al-Bukairiyah | 52735 |
| Al-Badayea | 56362 |
| Riyadh Al-Khabra | 54662 |
Aseer Province Postal Codes
Aseer Province in the southwest includes Abha and Khamees Mushait. Postal codes start with digit 6.
| City/District/Area | Postal Code |
|---|---|
| Bisha | 67713 |
| Abha | 62521 |
| Muhayil | 63711 |
| Sarat Abidah | 64731 |
| Tathleeth | 69316 |
| Al Majardah | 14714 |
| Dhahran Al-Janoub | 64271 |
| Rijal Almaa | 63468 |
| Bariq | 63879 |
| Khamees Mushait | 62461 |
| Al Mahalah | 62564 |
| Ahad Rufaidah | 62419 |
| Namas | 67392 |
| Balqarn | 67313 |
| Tanomah | 62797 |
Tabuk Province Postal Codes
Tabuk Province in the northwest includes the emerging tourism destination of NEOM. Postal codes start with digit 4.
| City/District/Area | Postal Code |
|---|---|
| Tabuk City | 47914 |
| Duba | 49312 |
| Al-Wajh | 48721 |
| Umluj | 48321 |
| Tayma | 45911 |
| Haql | 49938 |
| Al-Bad | 49824 |
Hail Province Postal Codes
Hail Province in northern central Saudi Arabia. Postal codes start with digit 5.
| City/District/Area | Postal Code |
|---|---|
| Hail City | 55425 |
| Baqaa | 53797 |
| Turbah | 53823 |
| Al-Shinan | 53521 |
| Jubbah | 55679 |
| Al-Ghazalah | 57631 |
| Al-Khitah | 55826 |
Jazan Province Postal Codes
Jazan Province in the far southwest along the Red Sea coast. Postal codes start with digit 8.
| City/District/Area | Postal Code |
|---|---|
| Jazan City | 82723 |
| Abu Arish | 84511 |
| Samtah | 86736 |
| Sabya | 85299 |
| Al Aridhah | 83221 |
| Ahad Al-Masarhah | 86622 |
| Al Dayer | 83724 |
| Baish | 87311 |
| Fayfa | 83551 |
| AL Eidabi | 85742 |
Northern Borders Province Postal Codes
Northern Borders Province along the border with Iraq. Postal codes start with digit 7.
| City/District/Area | Postal Code |
|---|---|
| Turaif | 75311 |
| Arar | 73244 |
| Rafhaa | 76313 |
Al Jawf Province Postal Codes
Al Jawf Province in the northwest. Postal codes start with digit 7.
| City/District/Area | Postal Code |
|---|---|
| Sakaka | 72341 |
| Qurayyat | 77453 |
Najran Province Postal Codes
Najran Province in the south near the Yemen border. Postal codes start with digit 6.
| City/District/Area | Postal Code |
|---|---|
| Sharurah | 68372 |
| Najran City | 66251 |
Al Bahah Province Postal Codes
Al Bahah Province in the southwest highlands. Postal codes start with digit 6.
| City/District/Area | Postal Code |
|---|---|
| Al-Bahah City | 65526 |
| Al Makhwa | 65312 |
How to Find Your Exact Saudi Postal Code
While the tables above provide reference codes, you should always verify your exact postal code to ensure accurate deliveries and service registrations. Here are the official methods:
Method 1: SPL National Address Website
- Visit the Saudi Post official website at splonline.com.sa
- Navigate to the National Address section
- Use the address lookup tool to search by city and district
- Download and save your Address Certificate for your records
Method 2: SPL Mobile App
Download the official Saudi Post mobile application from your app store. Log in with your credentials and access your registered National Address directly from the app. This method is convenient for quick reference.
Method 3: Google Maps
Google Maps in Saudi Arabia now displays National Address information with updated pins. Search for your location and check the address details which often include the postal code. However, always verify through SPL for official purposes.
Method 4: Absher Platform
Your National Address linked to Absher can be viewed through the Absher Individuals portal. This is particularly useful as your Absher address should match your official records. Log in to Absher and navigate to your personal information to find your registered address and postal code.
Common Mistakes Expats Make
Avoid these frequent errors when using Saudi postal codes:
- Using the city postal code instead of your specific district code: This is the most common error. Riyadh has many different postal codes depending on the district.
- Entering your employer’s address instead of your residence: Your personal documents should use your home address, not your workplace.
- Skipping the additional/secondary number: For precise deliveries, the 4-digit secondary number is important.
- Using old ZIP codes found online: Always verify with SPL as codes may have been updated.
- Confusing PO Box with Postal Code: A PO Box number is not the same as your postal code. They serve different purposes.
- Not updating address after moving: If you change accommodation, update your National Address through Absher immediately.
Difference Between Postal Code, ZIP Code, and PO Box
This is an area of confusion for many expats, especially those from countries with different postal systems.
Postal Code vs ZIP Code
In Saudi Arabia, postal code and ZIP code mean the same thing. The terms are interchangeable. When an online form asks for your ZIP code, enter your 5-digit Saudi postal code. The term “ZIP code” originated in the United States but is commonly used internationally to refer to postal codes.
Postal Code vs PO Box
A PO Box (Post Office Box) is a separate, optional service where you rent a physical mailbox at a post office. It has its own 5-digit number but this is NOT your postal code. Your postal code identifies your geographic location while a PO Box is a specific collection point for mail. Businesses often use PO Boxes while residential addresses use the National Address system.
When filling forms: Use your 5-digit postal code (or 9-digit extended code) for residential addresses, and use a PO Box number only if you have actually rented one from Saudi Post.
Using Postal Codes for Online Forms and Banks
When filling out online forms, you may encounter different requirements. Here’s how to handle common situations:
When Forms Ask for “ZIP Code”
Simply enter your 5-digit Saudi postal code. Most international websites and platforms accept 5-digit codes. If the form requires a specific format, your Saudi postal code will work in most cases.
When Websites Accept Only 5 Digits
Use your basic 5-digit postal code without the additional 4-digit secondary number. For example, enter 13326 instead of 13326-7787.
Using Generic vs Specific Codes
While some websites may accept a generic city code, it is always better to use your specific district postal code for accurate delivery. For important documents and deliveries, always use your exact postal code from your National Address Certificate.
Are Postal Codes Changing in 2026?
The fundamental structure of Saudi Arabia’s postal code system remains the same in 2026. The 5-digit format with optional 4-digit extension continues to be the standard across the Kingdom.
However, updates do occur at the district and building level as new neighborhoods and developments are completed. Saudi Post continuously adds new addresses to accommodate construction projects and urban expansion under Vision 2030.
Always verify your postal code through the official SPL website or app to ensure you have the most current information, especially if you live in a newly developed area.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Saudi Arabia’s ZIP code?
Can I use Riyadh’s postal code for all areas?
Is a postal code mandatory for Absher?
Can expats register a National Address?
What if my building has no address yet?
How do I update my address if I move?
Do I need a postal code for courier deliveries?
Final Tips for KSA Expats
- Always save your National Address Certificate PDF: Keep a digital and printed copy for reference when filling out forms.
- Use the exact address shown on SPL: Copy the address exactly as it appears on your certificate to avoid any discrepancies.
- Update immediately when you change accommodation: Don’t delay updating your address in Absher and with banks.
- Keep your address consistent: Ensure your Absher address, bank address, and delivery addresses all match.
- Verify before important shipments: Before ordering expensive items or important documents, confirm your postal code is correct.
- Share your Short Address with delivery drivers: The 8-character Short Address (4 letters + 4 numbers) is easy to communicate over phone.
Conclusion
The Saudi Arabia postal code system has evolved into a comprehensive National Address infrastructure that serves expats and residents throughout the Kingdom. Understanding how to find, use, and maintain your correct postal code will make your life significantly easier when dealing with deliveries, banking, government services, and everyday transactions.
Remember that postal codes in Saudi Arabia are district-specific, not just city-wide. Always use your exact postal code from your National Address Certificate, and keep it updated through Absher when you move. With the right postal code, you’ll enjoy smoother deliveries, faster processing of documents, and hassle-free access to services across Saudi Arabia.