Sharjah Postal Code: Area List and What to Enter on Forms (2026)
Quick Answer
Sharjah does not have a postal code or ZIP code. Like the rest of the UAE, Sharjah uses P.O. Boxes from Emirates Post instead of postcodes. When a form asks for the Sharjah postal code number, enter 00000. It’s the standard placeholder accepted by most international websites, banks and couriers.
| If a form asks for | Enter this |
| Postal code / ZIP code | 00000 |
| P.O. Box (if you have one) | Your box number, for example “P.O. Box 12345” |
| City | Sharjah |
| State / Province / Region | Sharjah |
| Country | United Arab Emirates (country code: AE) |
| Phone | +971 followed by your number (Sharjah landline area code: 06) |
The answer is the same for every Sharjah area, including Al Nahda, Rolla, Muwaileh, Abu Shagara and Al Majaz. No Sharjah neighbourhood has its own postal code.
Why Sharjah Has No Postal Code
The UAE never adopted a national postcode system. Instead:
- Emirates Post delivers mail to P.O. Boxes. Your box number, not a postcode, tells the post office where your mail should go.
- Couriers deliver using your address and phone. Aramex, DHL, Emirates Post’s courier service and online shops find you using your building name, area, landmark, map pin and mobile number.
- Location pins replace postcodes. Most UAE delivery apps and online shops now ask you to drop a pin on a map, which is more precise than a postcode.
So when people search for the Sharjah UAE postal code, what they really need to know is what to type when a form won’t accept a blank field. The answer is 00000.
Sharjah Postal Code List by Area
| Area | Postal code to enter | Address tip |
| Al Nahda | 00000 | Always write “Al Nahda, Sharjah“, because Al Nahda also exists in Dubai right next door |
| Al Nahda (Sahara Centre / Sahara Plaza area) | 00000 | Add “near Sahara Centre” and your tower name |
| Rolla | 00000 | Add the street name and a landmark, such as Rolla Square or the Rolla bus station |
| Muwaileh | 00000 | Say “Muwaileh Commercial” or “Muwaileh” and add a landmark such as University City Road |
| Abu Shagara | 00000 | Add the building name and nearest park or supermarket |
| Al Majaz 1 | 00000 | Write “Al Majaz 1” (not just “Al Majaz”) and add a landmark such as Al Majaz Waterfront |
| Al Majaz 2 and 3 | 00000 | Specify the number, as the three Majaz areas are close together |
| Al Taawun | 00000 | Add your tower name and “near Expo Centre Sharjah” if relevant |
| Al Khan | 00000 | Add the tower name and “Al Khan Lagoon” or “Al Mamzar Corniche side” |
| Al Qasba | 00000 | Add the building name and “near Al Qasba canal” |
| Al Qasimia | 00000 | Add the building and the nearest supermarket or school |
| Al Nabba | 00000 | Add the building name and street |
| Al Wahda | 00000 | Add “Al Wahda Street” and the nearest intersection |
| Al Qadisiya | 00000 | Add the building name and a nearby landmark |
| Sharjah Industrial Areas | 00000 | Add the industrial area number (1 to 18) and the plot or warehouse name |
| University City | 00000 | Add the university or building name |
| Al Zahia and Aljada | 00000 | Add the community, phase and building or villa number |
Popular Sharjah Area Searches Answered
- Al Nahda Sharjah postal code: 00000. Add “Sharjah” so your parcel doesn’t go to Al Nahda in Dubai.
- Al Nahda Sahara Plaza Sharjah postal code: 00000. Add your tower name and “near Sahara Centre”.
- Sharjah Rolla postal code: 00000.
- Muwaileh Sharjah postal code: 00000.
- Abu Shagara Sharjah postal code: 00000.
- Al Majaz 1 Sharjah postal code: 00000.
- Sharjah zip postal code: 00000, whether the form says ZIP code or postal code.
Watch Out for “Fake” Sharjah Postal Codes
Some websites list five- or six-digit “codes” for Sharjah areas, and map apps sometimes show a code for a few locations. These are not official Emirates Post postal codes. They usually come from made-up lists or automatic map data.
Using a random code rarely helps and can cause problems with some international shipping systems or card billing checks. Stick with 00000, or use your P.O. Box number if a form rejects it.
Does Sharjah Use Makani Numbers?
This is a common point of confusion. The Makani system is a 10-digit building location code created by Dubai Municipality. According to Gulf News, Makani was launched in 2015 and is administered across Dubai, Ajman, Fujairah, Ras Al Khaimah and Umm Al Quwain.
Sharjah is not on that list. Some websites say every Sharjah building has a Makani number, but you shouldn’t rely on that. Instead, for Sharjah deliveries, use:
- Your building name and flat number
- The area and the nearest landmark
- A Google Maps pin or live location shared with the courier
- A working UAE mobile number
If your building does show a Makani plate, you can add it as extra information, but don’t depend on it the way you would in Dubai.
Sharjah Postal Code vs P.O. Box vs Location Pin
| Postal code | P.O. Box | Location pin | |
| Exists in Sharjah? | No | Yes | Yes |
| Who provides it | Not applicable | Emirates Post | Your phone’s map app |
| Used for | Forms only (enter 00000) | Receiving letters and parcels by post | Home deliveries, taxis, online orders |
| Example | 00000 | P.O. Box 12345, Sharjah | A shared Google Maps location |
| Cost | Free | From AED 300 a year | Free |
How to Get a P.O. Box in Sharjah
A P.O. Box is the most reliable way to receive letters, bank cards and official mail in Sharjah. According to Emirates Post’s personal P.O. Box plans, the same prices apply across the UAE:
| Plan | Price (VAT inclusive) | What you get |
| MyBox | AED 300 per year | A physical P.O. Box at an Emirates Post location, mail notifications and 1 additional agent for the first year |
| MyHome | AED 695 per year | Weekly delivery of unlimited mail and parcels to your home |
| MyHome Instant | AED 995 per year | Daily home delivery (up to 60 next-day deliveries a year) and 1 additional agent for the first year |
A one-time AED 70 registration fee applies. Contracts are available for 1, 2, 3, 5 or 10 years.
How to apply:
- Visit the Emirates Post website or app, or go to an Emirates Post branch in Sharjah.
- Choose your plan and preferred post office, or your delivery address for home plans.
- Provide your Emirates ID and contact details.
- Pay the fees.
- Collect your key or activate home delivery.
Tip: many residents don’t rent their own box. Your employer, company or building management may already have a P.O. Box you can use.
How to Write a Sharjah Address Correctly
For couriers and online shopping (home delivery):
Full name
Flat number, building name
Street name, area (for example: Al Majaz 1)
Nearest landmark
Sharjah, United Arab Emirates
Mobile: +971 5X XXX XXXX
For Emirates Post mail (P.O. Box):
Full name
P.O. Box 12345
Sharjah
United Arab Emirates
Tips for Sharjah addresses:
- Always write Sharjah, not just the area name. Some area names, such as Al Nahda, exist in both Dubai and Sharjah.
- For towers near the Dubai border (Al Nahda, Al Taawun, Al Khan), add the nearest mall or landmark, such as Sahara Centre or Expo Centre Sharjah.
- Include a working mobile number, as couriers usually call before arriving.
- Share your live location with the courier if your building is hard to find.
What to Enter on Different Websites
| Where you are | What to enter |
| International online shops (Amazon US, eBay, AliExpress) | 00000 as ZIP code, Sharjah as city and state |
| Adding a UAE bank card to PayPal, Apple, Google or other apps | 00000, or your P.O. Box if the billing address needs one |
| Visa, embassy or university forms | 00000, or your P.O. Box, and your full residential address |
| Job applications and international banks | 00000, or “N/A” if the field accepts text |
| UAE websites (Amazon.ae, noon, government portals) | Usually no postal code needed; drop a map pin and add your building and area |
If a card payment is declined, use the billing address your bank has on file and check your balance first. Our online ATM balance inquiry guide shows the free ways to check it.
Sharjah vs Dubai Postal Codes
People who live in Sharjah and work in Dubai, or the other way round, often ask whether the codes differ. They don’t: both emirates use 00000 as the placeholder, and neither has official postal codes. The only difference is the city name you write and the landline area code (06 for Sharjah, 04 for Dubai).
For Dubai areas such as Deira, Karama, Dubai Marina and International City, see our full Dubai postal code guide.
Post Offices in Sharjah
Emirates Post has several branches across Sharjah, including a customer service centre in the Al Wahda area. For branch locations and opening hours, call Emirates Post on 600 599 999 or check the Emirates Post app.
Keep in mind that Sharjah government offices and schools follow a Friday to Sunday weekend, and post offices close on UAE public holidays. Check our UAE public holidays guide before sending anything urgent.