What is Hong Kong Postal Code? How to fill in the Postal Code / Zip Code correctly when purchasing online?
Many people will wonder what the postcode is when they see the postcode that requires the delivery address to be entered when shopping online. Is there a postcode in Hong Kong? How to fill in the correct postcode? This article will provide you with all the answers.
What is a Postal Code (Zip Code)?
Postcode
Postal code is generally composed of 5 to 7 digits, and it is used to divide a country or a city into different buildings according to the districts and streets, and each street or building has an independent numerical code, which can be used to facilitate the sorting and delivery of mails to enhance the efficiency of postal delivery, to accelerate the speed of picking up letters or parcels, so that the overall delivery time can be shortened.
What is a Zip Code?
Zip Code is actually the English word for postcode.
Originally, zip code referred to the Zone Improvement Plan used by the U.S. Postal Service, but now Zip Code doesn't just refer to U.S. zip codes, it also refers to zip codes in other places.
In fact, Postal code and Zip code both refer to postal code, only there is a difference in the name.
What is the Hong Kong Postal Code?
What is the Hong Kong postcode? Actually, Hong Kong does not use postal codes at present.
Why is there no postcode in Hong Kong?
China Post has assigned the postcode "999077" to Hong Kong, but the postcode has not been actually used in Hong Kong.
The reason why Hong Kong has not adopted postal codes is that if all the buildings divided into streets are assigned with postal codes, given the large number of high-rise buildings in Hong Kong, if the more than 3 million residential and commercial addresses are systematically assigned with unique postal codes, the codes may be as long as 15 digits. The original purpose was to make things simple and quick, but such a long code has made the whole thing complicated, thus defeating the original purpose. So in the end, it was replaced by other ways of handling the distribution of mail quickly.
Hong Kong adopts optical technology for letter selection
In Hong Kong, the method of mail sorting is to make use of optical technology to sort mail. Through the optical text-reading function in the mechanical mail sorting system, it can distinguish the English address printed or handwritten by more than 90% and the Chinese address printed, and then sort mail according to individual delivery segments, so that even though Hong Kong does not have any postal code, it can still distribute mail or courier items quickly.
However, we often come across times when we need to fill in the postcode, what should we do?
Fill in the Hong Kong Postal Code
If you are required to enter your Hong Kong postcode on the website when making a purchase, consider leaving it blank, or try "000", "0000", "000000" or "HKG".
Postal Codes of Other Countries
The postal codes of different countries are different, here we share the commonly used postal code search tools or websites for you to use:
- U.S. Postal Code
- UK Postcode
- Canada Post Codes
- Taiwan Postal Code
- Korea Postal Code
- China Postal Code
Frequently Asked Questions
Do I need to fill in the postcode for overseas mail to Hong Kong?
No need. When mailing from overseas to Hong Kong, even if the form asks for a postcode, there is no need to fill it in, just make sure the address is clear and accurate for smooth delivery.
Does not having a postcode affect mail delivery?
No. The Hong Kong postal system only relies on detailed address information for delivery. The Hong Kong postal system only relies on detailed address information for delivery. Postcode is not necessary and will not affect the accuracy and efficiency of mail.