Postage Stamps Issued by the United Nations (UN) 🌍✉️

The United Nations Postal Administration (UNPA) is the only postal authority in the world that issues stamps on behalf of an international organization. These stamps promote global themes such as peace, human rights, environmental protection, and humanitarian efforts. UN stamps are valid for postage only from UN offices in New York (USA), Geneva (Switzerland), and Vienna (Austria).

Major Themes in UN Stamps

  1. Peace & Human Rights ☮️

    • Stamps promoting global peace, anti-war messages, and human rights.
    • Example: “Universal Declaration of Human Rights” series (1948, 1998, 2018).

  2. Environmental Protection 🌿

    • Issues related to climate change, endangered species, and sustainable development.
    • Example: “Save Our Planet” and “Endangered Species” series.

  3. World Heritage & Culture 🏛️

    • Featuring UNESCO World Heritage Sites and cultural diversity.
    • Example: “World Heritage Sites” series (since 1997).

  4. Humanitarian Efforts & UN Agencies 🚑

    • Stamps highlighting WHO (World Health Organization), UNICEF, WFP (World Food Programme).
    • Example: “UNICEF’s Work for Children” stamp series.

  5. Space & Science 🚀

    • Celebrating global scientific achievements, space exploration, and technology.
    • Example: “International Year of Astronomy” stamp (2009).

  6. Anniversaries & Special Events 🎉

    • Commemorating major UN milestones, world summits, and special programs.
    • Example: “UN 75th Anniversary” stamps (2020).

Notable UN Stamp Series

  • First UN Stamps (1951) – Issued in New York, featuring the UN emblem and peace themes.
  • Endangered Species Series (Since 1993) – Highlighting global wildlife conservation.
  • Flags of the United Nations Series – Stamps featuring member states’ national flags.
  • “We the Peoples” (2020) – Issued for the UN’s 75th anniversary.
  • Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) Series – Promoting the UN’s global goals for a better future.