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Postal Code Validator

Validate postal and ZIP codes for 40+ countries with format, length, and character checks.

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What we check

Format

Matches the expected postal code pattern for the selected country

Length

Postal code length is within the valid range

Characters

Contains only valid characters (letters, digits, spaces, hyphens)

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Postal Code Validation: Format Rules and Patterns by Country

Learn how postal codes differ across countries and how to validate them for accurate address data.

What Is Postal Code Validation?

Postal code validation verifies that a ZIP code or postal code matches the expected format for its country. Each country defines its own postal code system with specific patterns — some use only digits, others mix letters and numbers, and the lengths vary from 3 to 10 characters.

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