Postal Code 4720-011 - Amares, Braga, Portugal
Postal Code: 4720-011
Postal System Details
Postal Authority
CTT – Correios de Portugal
Postal System
Seven-digit postal code (4 digits + 3 digits: 1234-567)
Region Structure
District → Municipality → Parish → Delivery Zone
Area Information
The postal code 4720-011 follows Portugal’s seven-digit postal addressing system, overseen by CTT – Correios de Portugal, the national postal authority of Portugal. Portuguese postal codes follow the format X X X X–X X X, such as 1 0 0 0–0 0 X (illustrative only). The first four digits define the municipality and parish grouping, while the last three digits specify localized delivery sectors. This postal code corresponds to Amares in the Braga district/municipality, located near coordinates 41.6309 and -8.3512. Routing follows District → Municipality → Parish → Delivery Zone. Example mapping: - District/Municipality: Braga - Parish: (Example: Central Parish Area) - Locality: Amares - Delivery Sector: Based on last three digits This page reflects routing principles followed by CTT. All examples shown are illustrative only. To ensure precise delivery, verify that the parish and municipality correspond with Amares, Braga, Portugal.
Country:
Portugal
State:
Braga
Area:
Amares
Postal Code:
4720-011
Latitude:
41.6309
Longitude:
-8.3512
Frequently Asked Questions
1. What area does 4720-011 represent in Portugal?
It designates the parish-level delivery zone serving Amares within the Braga district/municipality.
2. How do Portuguese postal codes work?
They use the format 1234-567, where the first digits define municipality/parish routing.
3. Can 4720-011 verify an address in Portugal?
Yes—if municipality and parish match Amares, Braga.
4. Which authority manages postal codes in Portugal?
CTT – Correios de Portugal manages national postal routing and code assignments.