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Guadeloupe address format & examples

How to write a Guadeloupean address

Ah, Guadeloupe—the butterfly-shaped paradise in the Caribbean where beaches are endless, and the rhythm of Zouk music fills the air! Whether you’re sending a postcard to someone soaking up the sun in Grande-Terre or mailing a package to a friend hiking in Basse-Terre, knowing the correct Guadeloupe address format is essential. You wouldn’t want your mail floating off into the Caribbean Sea! We’ve gathered the tools and a handy Guadeloupean address example to ensure your letter makes it to its destination—without stopping for a coconut along the way.

Not sure how to address a letter to Guadeloupe? Don’t worry; we’ve got you covered. Below, you’ll find the proper Guadeloupe address format along with a useful Guadeloupean address example to make sure your letters and packages sail smoothly to the right spot. Using the correct Guadeloupe address format ensures that your mail reaches its destination without any tropical detours. Here’s a guide on how to write a Guadeloupean address:

  1. Addressee line - The recipient’s full name, with any local flair (Captain of the boat? Queen of the beach?).
  2. Building number and street - The building number and then the street name, clear and simple—don’t let the sun distract you!
  3. Postal code and city - List the five-digit postal code first, followed by the city.
  4. Country - Listed as Guadeloupe, or for short, GLP.
Guadeloupe address example

Guadeloupe address examples

Postal box example

Domaine le Bougainvillée

66 Chemin De La Bandonnee

97170 Petit-Bourg

GLP

Smarty address validation tools

Smarty® has a suite of address validation tools that can format, standardize, and validate Guadeloupe addresses, plus addresses in 240+ other countries and territories worldwide. Validate your Guadeloupean address with our tools.
Use the Single Address Verification Tool to verify and format 1 address at a time, the Bulk Address Validation Tool to verify and format a list addresses simultaneously, or use the International Street Address API to integrate address validation and formatting programmatically into your software systems and workflows.

Postal information

Guadeloupe's national postal system, "La Poste," was established in 1879. As of recent data, La Poste services approximately 154 addresses, reflecting its extensive reach throughout Guadeloupe. The organization manages a substantial network, indicative of its role as a major postal service provider in the region.
Administrative area types and count
2 departments
Administration area names and abbreviations

Guadeloupe (GP)

Marie-Galante (MG)

Term to describe postal codes
code postal
Postal code in language
postal code
Postal code format
99999
Postal service provider and website

Country information

And there’s more to explore beyond the Guadeloupe address format! Whether you're curious about the islands’ geography, need details about their regions, or want fun facts about the French-Caribbean culture, we've got you covered. Whether it’s trivia, ISO codes, or an insider's guide to the best beach spots, we’ll make sure you know everything there is to love about this tropical paradise!

Country/territory name
Guadeloupe
ISO3
GLP
ISO 3166-1 alpha-2 country code
GP
ISO 3166-1 alpha-3 country code
GLP
ISO 3166-1 numeric country code
312
Endonym
Guadeloupe
Total land area
1,628 KM²
Capital
Basse-Terre
Other major cities
Pointe-a-Pitre, Le Moule, Sainte-Anne

Population information

Total population
377,000 (2023)
Urban / rural distribution
92% / 8%
Urban population
346,840
Rural population
30,160
Official language
French
All languages spoken
French, Antillean Creole
Most commonly used postal language
French
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Now that you've seen our Guadeloupean address examples and have become a wizard at Guadeloupe address formats, why not expand your expertise even further? Explore our detailed guides for related countries and territories to see how their address formats and examples vary.
Visit the global address formats page or North America address formats page for more information on all the other countries and territories we cover. You can also read or read our article about international address verification to learn more.
*Data Updated As of January 01, 2024

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