
Postal Code 540001 - Cucuta, Norte De Santander, Colombia
Postal Code: 540001
Postal System Details
Postal Authority
Servicios Postales Nacionales (4-72)
Postal System
Six-digit numeric postal code
Region Structure
Department → Municipality → Urban/Rural Zone → Delivery Sector
Area Information
The postal code 540001 is part of Colombia’s national six-digit postal system, administered by Servicios Postales Nacionales (4-72), the official postal authority of Colombia. Colombian postal codes follow the structure X X X X X X, such as 1 1 0 1 X X (example only). The first two digits identify the department, the next two correspond to the municipality, and the final digits specify the urban or rural delivery sector. This postal code corresponds to Cucuta in the Norte De Santander department, located near coordinates 7.8939 and -72.5078. Colombia’s routing model follows Department → Municipality → Urban/Rural Zone → Delivery Sector. Example mapping: - Department: Norte De Santander - Municipality: (Example: Central Municipal Area) - Zone: Cucuta - Delivery Sector: Based on final digits This page reflects routing principles used by 4-72. All examples are illustrative only. For accurate delivery, ensure department and municipality align with Cucuta, Norte De Santander, Colombia.
Country:
Colombia
State:
Norte De Santander
Area:
Cucuta
Postal Code:
540001
Latitude:
7.8939
Longitude:
-72.5078
Frequently Asked Questions
1. What area does 540001 cover in Colombia?
It denotes the delivery sector for Cucuta within the Norte De Santander department.
2. How do Colombian postal codes work?
They use six digits identifying department, municipality, and delivery sector.
3. Can 540001 be used for address verification in Colombia?
Yes—if the municipality and zone match Cucuta, Norte De Santander.
4. Which authority manages postal codes in Colombia?
Servicios Postales Nacionales (4-72) manages Colombia’s postal routing and code assignments.
