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Tuvalu ZIP Code Dataset
Comprehensive Tuvalu address formats, coordinates, administrative divisions and time zones. There is no postal code system in this country.
Sample Dataset Tuvalu
| ISO | Country | Language | Region 1 | Region 2 | Region 3 | Region 4 | Locality | Latitude | Longitude | Timezone |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| TV | Tuvalu | EN | Funafuti | N/A | N/A | N/A | -8.520740 | 179.197000 | Pacific/Funafuti | |
| TV | Tuvalu | EN | Funafuti | N/A | N/A | N/A | -8.438527 | 179.171329 | Pacific/Funafuti | |
| TV | Tuvalu | EN | Funafuti | N/A | N/A | N/A | -8.517580 | 179.201000 | Pacific/Funafuti | |
| TV | Tuvalu | EN | Funafuti | N/A | N/A | N/A | -8.520186 | 179.198203 | Pacific/Funafuti | |
| TV | Tuvalu | EN | Funafuti | N/A | N/A | N/A | -8.628542 | 179.101543 | Pacific/Funafuti | |
| TV | Tuvalu | EN | Funafuti | N/A | N/A | N/A | -8.481030 | 179.192330 | Pacific/Funafuti | |
| TV | Tuvalu | EN | Funafuti | N/A | N/A | N/A | -8.517400 | 179.198000 | Pacific/Funafuti | |
| TV | Tuvalu | EN | Funafuti | N/A | N/A | N/A | -8.534930 | 179.186000 | Pacific/Funafuti | |
| TV | Tuvalu | EN | Funafuti | N/A | N/A | N/A | -8.499220 | 179.195000 | Pacific/Funafuti | |
| TV | Tuvalu | EN | Funafuti | N/A | N/A | N/A | -8.519819 | 179.199344 | Pacific/Funafuti | |
| TV | Tuvalu | EN | Nanumaga | N/A | N/A | N/A | -6.286646 | 176.314275 | Pacific/Funafuti | |
| TV | Tuvalu | EN | Nanumaga | N/A | N/A | N/A | -6.287789 | 176.320444 | Pacific/Funafuti | |
| TV | Tuvalu | EN | Nanumea | N/A | N/A | N/A | -5.647592 | 176.069153 | Pacific/Funafuti | |
| TV | Tuvalu | EN | Niulakita | N/A | N/A | N/A | -10.789084 | 179.473020 | Pacific/Funafuti | |
| TV | Tuvalu | EN | Niutao | N/A | N/A | N/A | -6.108643 | 177.342871 | Pacific/Funafuti | |
| TV | Tuvalu | EN | Nui | N/A | N/A | N/A | -7.246161 | 177.147735 | Pacific/Funafuti | |
| TV | Tuvalu | EN | Nukufetau | N/A | N/A | N/A | -8.027689 | 178.313475 | Pacific/Funafuti | |
| TV | Tuvalu | EN | Nukulaelae | N/A | N/A | N/A | -9.371213 | 179.808700 | Pacific/Funafuti | |
| TV | Tuvalu | EN | Vaitupu | N/A | N/A | N/A | -7.478595 | 178.676114 | Pacific/Funafuti | |
| TV | Tuvalu | EN | Funafuti | N/A | N/A | N/A | Alapi | -8.520740 | 179.197000 | Pacific/Funafuti |
| TV | Tuvalu | EN | Funafuti | N/A | N/A | N/A | Amatuku | -8.438527 | 179.171329 | Pacific/Funafuti |
| TV | Tuvalu | EN | Funafuti | N/A | N/A | N/A | Fakaifou | -8.517580 | 179.201000 | Pacific/Funafuti |
| TV | Tuvalu | EN | Funafuti | N/A | N/A | N/A | Fongafale | -8.520186 | 179.198203 | Pacific/Funafuti |
| TV | Tuvalu | EN | Funafuti | N/A | N/A | N/A | Funafala | -8.628542 | 179.101543 | Pacific/Funafuti |
| TV | Tuvalu | EN | Funafuti | N/A | N/A | N/A | Lofeagai | -8.481030 | 179.192330 | Pacific/Funafuti |
| TV | Tuvalu | EN | Funafuti | N/A | N/A | N/A | Senala | -8.517400 | 179.198000 | Pacific/Funafuti |
| TV | Tuvalu | EN | Funafuti | N/A | N/A | N/A | Tekavatoetoe | -8.534930 | 179.186000 | Pacific/Funafuti |
| TV | Tuvalu | EN | Funafuti | N/A | N/A | N/A | Teone | -8.499220 | 179.195000 | Pacific/Funafuti |
| TV | Tuvalu | EN | Funafuti | N/A | N/A | N/A | Vaiaku | -8.519819 | 179.199344 | Pacific/Funafuti |
Explore Our Tuvalu ZIP code coverage
The map shows our Tuvalu postal code coverage with major cities and postal code distribution.
Tuvalu postal guidelines as country without ZIP codes
Tuvalu does not utilize a standardized postal code system for mail delivery. Instead, addresses rely on descriptive information such as the island name, village, and specific landmarks or building identifiers. This lack of a formal numeric system complicates modern address standardization and presents challenges for precise geolocation and automated mail sorting.
Address Structure
Typical address components include:
- Addressee name
- P O Box
- Island/locality
- Country name in full
Administrative Hierarchy Used
- Town councils/Island councils
Management & Authority
The primary postal authority for Tuvalu is Tuvalu Post and Travel Limited, Ministry of Finance and Economic Planning.
Key Challenges
- No consistent identifier for addresses, making it harder to reference locations in a structured way
- Greater reliance on landmarks and informal directions, which can create ambiguity across localities
- More manual address checking required to reduce failed deliveries
- Less efficient distance estimation for couriers and logistics planning
- Harder data integration and comparability for organizations working across multiple countries
- Increased vulnerability to delivery errors and delays in the logistics chain
Our location dataset for Tuvalu
Explore our comprehensive collection of Tuvalu location data products, designed to meet all your mapping and location intelligence needs.
Tuvalu ZIP & Administrative boundaries
Tuvalu administrative landscape often follows inconsistent regional models and irregular public sources, making it difficult to maintain reliable boundaries. Our standardized postal and administrative boundary data resolves these gaps to ensure complete, coherent geographic coverage.
Tuvalu Administrative Divisions
The database follows a standardized and unified structure you can integrate without becoming an expert in each country’s unique administrative hierarchy.
Key Features:
- 247 countries
- Unified global hierarchy
- Up to 5 administrative levels
- Includes complex geographies
Tuvalu Address Format
Address conventions differ by country, leading to frequent validation errors and incomplete entries. Our dataset applies Tuvalu correct address format to ensure clean inputs, smoother validation, and reduced delivery mistakes.
Tuvalu Address validation
GeoPostcodes offers reliable reference data to validate Tuvalu addresses. Our database ensures addresses follow the correct format for Tuvalu, reducing delivery errors and improving efficiency.
Coverage Statistics
- 8
- Provinces & Territories
- 19
- Cities & Towns
Available File Formats
Choose from multiple data formats to seamlessly integrate Tuvalu postal code data into your systems
- CSV FormatComma-separated values for spreadsheet applications and data analysis tools
- GeoJSON FormatJavaScript Object Notation for web applications and modern development
- GML FormatExtensible Markup Language for enterprise systems and legacy applications
- DAT FormatDatabase-ready SQL scripts for direct import into your systems
Data Dictionary
Comprehensive field definitions and data specifications for the Tuvalu postal code dataset
| Field name | Field type | Description | Comments |
|---|---|---|---|
| ISO | Char(2) | ISO 3166-1 Country code | The ISO 3166-1 standard is published by the International Organization for Standardization (ISO) and defines a unique code for the name of each country. The country codes are represented as a two-letter code (alpha-2). |
| Country | Char(50) | Country name | |
| Language | Char(2) | Language code | When there are several official languages in the country, or for countries using a non-Latin alphabet, we provide the names in different languages. The language field contains the language code and allows you to select a specific version. |
| Region1Region2Region3Region4 | Char(80) | Administrative division level 1Administrative division level 2Administrative division level 3Administrative division level 4 | These fields contain the name of administrative divisions for each available level. If not applicable, the value '-' will be indicated. |
| Locality | Char(80) | Locality name | Contains the settlement name. The type of settlement may vary depending on the country (city, town, village, etc..). |
| Postcode | Char(15) | ZIP / Postal code | In countries/places where there is no postal code in use, this field is left empty. The postcode structure varies for each country. |
| LatitudeLongitude | Double | Place coordinates (WGS84 coordinates) | These fields contain the geographic coordinates related to the specific locality and postal code of the record. The geographical position is usually precise to about one hundred meters and corresponds to the center of the locality. All our files are created using the World Geodetic System standard WGS 84. The corresponding SRID reference is EPSG:4326. |
| Timezone | Char(30) | Time zone name (Olson) | Following the timezones defined in the IANA tz database (sometimes called Olson database). |
Why choose GeoPostcodes
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Postal Code Database
Global dataset containing all administrative divisions, cities and ZIP codes.
Explore postal code databaseKey features
- 247 Countries
- 9,9M Coordinates
- 9,3M ZIP codes
- 400 Time zones
- 4M Cities and Towns
- 116K UNLOCODES
Specifications
- Coverage: Global
- Format: CSV, ASC, DAT, GML, GeoJSON, KML, Shapefile (SHP)
Address Database
International dataset with all administrative areas, cities, ZIP codes, streets, and house numbers.
Explore address databaseKey features
- 81 Countries
- 299 languages
- 26,5M streets
- 400 time zones
- 9.3M ZIP codes
- 4M cities
Specifications
- Coverage: International
- Format: CSV, ASC, DAT, GML, KML, Shapefile (SHP), GeoJSON
Boundary Data
A global dataset of polygons representing ZIP codes and administrative areas.
Explore boundaries databaseKey features
- 247 Countries
- Up to 6 levels
- 1,7M boundaries
- High-precision
- 245K Admin areas
- Visualization
Specifications
- Coverage: Global
- Format: GeoJSON, Geopackage, KML, Shapefile (SHP)
Population Database
Global population estimates at postal code and administrative level covering a span of 55 years: past, present, and future.
Explore population databaseKey features
- 247 Countries
- 243K Admin areas
- 55 year span
- Yearly updates
- 645K ZIP codes
Specifications
- Coverage: International
- Format: CSV, ASC
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Address Validation
Capture accurate addresses for every country and territory in the world, in any language, and match local requirements.
Logistics and shipping
Design and optimize your distribution network, plan your pick-up and drop-off locations, reduce costs and improve visibility over your shipping.
Map and visualization
Analyze complex trends and discover actionable insights. Build engaging and intuitive map-based data visualizations.
Master data management
Rely on a single source of truth to ensure accuracy, consistency, and timeliness across your systems and organization.
Sales and marketing
Segment customers for site selection, analytics, geofencing, campaigns, mapping, and targeted ads.
Global Postal Code Coverage
247 countries and territories with standardized formatting and reliable geographic information.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the ZIP code of Funafuti?
Funafuti does not have a ZIP code. Tuvalu does not use postal codes; addresses there are based on town councils, locality names, and street or PO Box details.
What is a 5 digit ZIP code in Tuvalu?
Tuvalu does not use 5-digit ZIP codes — or any postal code system at all. Mail is sorted and delivered using town councils, locality names, and the recipient’s street or PO Box.
Are there ZIP codes in Tuvalu?
No. Tuvalu does not use ZIP codes or any postal code system. The national postal operator, Tuvalu Post and Travel Limited, Ministry of Finance and Economic Planning, delivers mail using descriptive addresses (locality, street or PO Box, and the country name) rather than postcodes.
Does Tuvalu have postal codes?
No. Tuvalu does not have a postal code system. There is a postal operator (Tuvalu Post and Travel Limited, Ministry of Finance and Economic Planning), but mail is routed using town councils, locality names, and street or PO Box details rather than a numeric or alphanumeric postcode.
Which town has the ZIP code 12345 in Tuvalu?
No town in Tuvalu has the ZIP code 12345. Tuvalu does not use postal codes; “12345” is a US ZIP code format and is not assigned to any place in Tuvalu.
Does Tuvalu use ZIP codes like the United States?
No. Tuvalu does not use ZIP codes like the United States. The country has no postal code system; addresses rely on town councils, locality names, and street or PO Box details.
Does Tuvalu have a ZIP code system?
No. Tuvalu does not have a ZIP code system. Tuvalu Post and Travel Limited, Ministry of Finance and Economic Planning handles national mail based on the recipient’s locality, street or PO Box, and the country name, without using postcodes.
Which country code is mistaken for ZIP code in Tuvalu?
The ISO 3166-1 alpha-2 country code “TV” is sometimes mistaken for a ZIP code, but Tuvalu does not use postal codes. “TV” identifies the country in international standards and forms; it is not a mailing or postal code.
How to write an address in Tuvalu?
Addressee name
P O Box
Island/locality
Country name in full
Example:
[Recipient name]
PO Box 12
Funafuti
TUVALU
What is the ZIP code of Tuvalu?
Tuvalu does not have a ZIP code. The country does not operate a postal code system; addresses use town councils, locality names, and street or PO Box details to direct mail.
What is the postal code format in Tuvalu?
Tuvalu does not have a postal code format because the country does not use postal codes. Mail is delivered using descriptive addresses (locality, street or PO Box, and the country name), without any numeric or alphanumeric postcode.
How many digits is a ZIP code in Tuvalu?
ZIP codes in Tuvalu have no digits, because the country does not use a postal code system. Addresses are based on town councils, locality names, and street or PO Box details.
Do addresses in Tuvalu include ZIP codes?
No. Addresses in Tuvalu do not include ZIP codes because the country has no postal code system. A typical address shows the recipient’s name, then P O Box, Island/locality, and finally the country name in full.
Updated: October 1, 2026