What the full national address contains
- Building number — 4 digits
- Street name
- District
- City
- Postal code — 5 digits
- Additional number — 4 digits
The Short Address stands for all of these in one code that is easy to share.
Where it is used
- Deliveries and online orders — many couriers ask for it on the shipment
- Forms that ask for your national address
- Rental contracts and property listings
How to find the Short Address of any place
Paste a Google Maps link, a shared location or coordinates into the box above. See the step-by-step guide: Short Address from a Google Maps link.
Why some places have no Short Address
Only registered buildings have one. Roads, empty land, car parks, farms and buildings that aren't registered yet don't have a Short Address.
Questions and answers
How many characters is a Short Address?
Eight: four letters and four numbers, for example RCDA6608.
Is the Short Address the same as the postal code?
No. The postal code has 5 digits and covers an area. The Short Address points to one building.
Can I find the Short Address of someone else's location?
Yes. If you have the location link or pin, paste it into MyShortAddress to get the Short Address of that building.