When completing forms or brochures that require an individual’s postal code, many people look for a Sharjah postal code. But Sharjah has no postal code or any ZIP code system. In the UAE, delivering mail is not done by postal code; instead, letters are delivered through P.O. Boxes in the area. A postal code is required for a site or application; the following input formats are generally acceptable:

00000

N/A

Leave the field blank (if allowed)

These have been common conventions in cases where the form requires a ZIP or postal code.

Does Sharjah Have a Postal Code or ZIP Code?

Official postal code, ZIP code or postcode for No. Sharjah does not exist. Unlike postal system codes that are allocated to neighborhoods and districts, UAE postal system has been run via Emirates Post P.O. Boxes. There is no specific zip code for each area because all of them are located in Al Majaz, Al Nahda, Muwaileh and Al Khan respectively.

Example Address Format

Bilal Ahmed

P.O. Box 12345

Sharjah, UAE

Postal Code: 00000

Why Do Many Forms Ask for a Postal Code? 

The postal code field can be arranged in the databases of international websites, couriers, banks and e-commerce stores. This is not available in Sharjah and many often put “00000” to fill it. This is a functional method for postal codes, not the official ones…

How to Receive Mail in Sharjah 

Make sure all letters, business documents and parcels are sent through a P.O. Box from Emirates Post to receive them in the most reliable way. A P.O. Box can be rented by a single person and/or business and used as the official mailing address.

Sharjah Areas – Postal Code

Area Postal Code Emirate
Al Majaz 00000 Sharjah
Al Nahda 00000 Sharjah
Al Taawun 00000 Sharjah
Al Khan 00000 Sharjah
Al Qasimia 00000 Sharjah
Al Rolla 00000 Sharjah
Al Yarmook 00000 Sharjah
Al Soor 00000 Sharjah
Al Qulayaa 00000 Sharjah
Al Majarrah 00000 Sharjah
Al Gharb 00000 Sharjah
Al Nabba 00000 Sharjah
Al Layyah 00000 Sharjah
Al Butina 00000 Sharjah
Al Fisht 00000 Sharjah
Al Mansoura 00000 Sharjah
Al Darari 00000 Sharjah
Al Muwafjah 00000 Sharjah
Al Ramla 00000 Sharjah
Al Manakh 00000 Sharjah
Al Nud 00000 Sharjah
Al Sharq 00000 Sharjah
Al Hazannah 00000 Sharjah
Al Ghubaiba 00000 Sharjah
Al Abar 00000 Sharjah
Al Shahba 00000 Sharjah
Al Sweihat 00000 Sharjah
Al Qarayen 00000 Sharjah
Al Nouf 00000 Sharjah
Al Sabkha 00000 Sharjah
Al Rahmaniya 00000 Sharjah
Al Zubair 00000 Sharjah
Al Tay 00000 Sharjah
Al Seyouh 00000 Sharjah
Al Barashi 00000 Sharjah
Al Falah 00000 Sharjah
Al Tarfa 00000 Sharjah
Al Gharayen 00000 Sharjah
Al Yash 00000 Sharjah
Al Saja’a 00000 Sharjah
Al Khezamia 00000 Sharjah
Al Rifa’a 00000 Sharjah
Al Jazzat 00000 Sharjah
Al Maysaloon 00000 Sharjah
Al Nasserya 00000 Sharjah
Al Qadisiya 00000 Sharjah
Al Fayha 00000 Sharjah

How to Rent a P.O. Box in Sharjah

You can apply for a P.O. Box:

  • Sent via Emirates Post: online
  • Using the Emirates Post mobile app.
  • In every Emirates Post Customer Service Centre

Documents required for an individual.

  • Emirates ID
  • Valid Passport (if required)
  • UAE mobile number
  • Active email address

Required Documents for Businesses 

  • Valid trade license
  • Emirates ID of the authorized representative 
  • Company authorization letter (if required)
  • Company stamp and registration details

Benefits of Using a P.O. Box 

  • Secure mail collection
  • Accurate transportation of official papers
  • Appeal and fit for either personal or business application
  • Online renewal and management options
  • Occurring in many of the Emirates Post offices.

Also Visit:

Al Majaz 3 Postal Code 

Jebel Ali Postal Code

Dubai Marina Postal Code 

Al Jaddaf Postal Code 

Al Mamzar Postal Code 

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the “Post Code” of Sharjah?

Sharjah doesn’t have an official Shijrah or Sharjah postal code. The expression 00000 is often used in a form if one is required:

Can the 00000 be the Sharjah ZIP code?

Yes. When a website asks for a ZIP or postal code, many residents enter the value “00000”.

Does the jurisdiction of Al Nahda Sharjah, have a postal code system?

Unlike other municipalities, the municipality of No Al Nahda, Al Majaz, Muwaileh, Al Khan and others in Sharjah don’t have postal codes.

Can someone get mail even if they don’t have a postal code?

Check the mail service in an Emirates Post P.O. box, an address that you can use as your mailing address.

Does a P.O. box have to be provided in Sharjah?

A P.O.Box isn’t a requirement for everyday use; however, it is the preferred and most successful way to receive mail and official correspondence.

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