What is the full form of ZIP?
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What is the full form of ZIP?
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The full form of ZIP is Zone Improvement Plan. ZIP codes are postal codes used by the United States Postal Service (USPS) since 1963, the basic format consists of 5 digits, extended zip+4 code (also called as plus-four codes) was introduced in 1983. A" ZIP+4 "code uses the basic five-digit code plus four additional digits used to identify a geographic segment within the five-digit delivery area, such as a group of apartments, a city blocks. By using ZIP code in Postal address mail reach to its destination more accurately and quickly.
For Example-22742–1111
The first 1, 2, and 3 digits indicate the distribution center. The 4th and 5th digits indicate the post office. The 6th and 7th digits indicate the cell, and the 8th and 9th digits indicate the section.
Type of ZIP Code
There are four types of ZIP code:
Unique ZIP code
It allocate to a single high volume address, used for universities, businesses, or governmental agencies.
Military ZIP Code
It is used to send mail for the U.S Military.
Standred ZIP Code
It include all other ZIP code.
Post Office box- only
It is used only for PO boxes at given facility.
