Use for all physical street address deliveries, online shopping, courier bookings, and official forms.
PO Box Code
9786
Use when addressing mail to a Post Office Box in BARKLY EAST at the BARKLY EAST Post Office.
Detail
Information
Suburb / Locality
BARKLY EAST
Area / Town
BARKLY EAST
Province
Eastern Cape
Country
South Africa
Street Postal Code
9786
PO Box Postal Code
9786
Postal Code Type
4-digit numeric (SAPO)
Also Known As
Zip code, postcode, area code, post code
📍 Location Details
Suburb: BARKLY EAST
Area: BARKLY EAST
Province: Eastern Cape
Country: South Africa
📬 Postal Codes
Street Code: 9786
PO Box Code: 9786
Issued by: South African Post Office (SAPO)
Format: 4-digit numeric
🚚 Courier & Delivery
Use code 9786 for:
• Online shopping (Takealot, etc.)
• Courier deliveries
• Government & banking forms
• Medical aid registrations
Street Code vs PO Box Code — What’s the Difference?
South Africa uses two separate postal codes for most areas. The street delivery code (9786) is used when addressing mail or parcels to a physical street address in BARKLY EAST. This is the code to use on online shopping platforms, bank statements, courier bookings, and government forms.
The PO Box code (9786) is used exclusively when sending mail to a Post Office Box rented at the BARKLY EAST Post Office. If your address says “PO Box” followed by a number, use this code. Using the wrong code may result in mail delays or non-delivery.
Both codes are 4-digit numbers assigned by the South African Post Office (SAPO) and are specific to BARKLY EAST in BARKLY EAST, Eastern Cape.
About BARKLY EAST, BARKLY EAST, Eastern Cape
BARKLY EAST is a suburb or locality situated in the BARKLY EAST area of Eastern Cape, South Africa. Like all South African suburbs, it has been assigned unique postal codes by the South African Post Office (SAPO) to facilitate accurate mail sorting and delivery.
The postal code (zip code) for BARKLY EAST is 9786 for street addresses and 9786 for PO Box addresses. These codes are used by residents, businesses, government departments, courier companies, and online retailers to identify and route mail correctly to BARKLY EAST within the broader BARKLY EAST postal delivery area.
Whether you are filling out an online form, sending a parcel, registering with a medical aid, applying for a government service, or completing a bank application, the correct postal code for BARKLY EAST is 9786.
Frequently Asked Questions — BARKLY EAST Postal Code
What is the postal code for BARKLY EAST?
The postal code for BARKLY EAST in BARKLY EAST, Eastern Cape is 9786 for street addresses and 9786 for PO Box addresses. These are 4-digit codes issued by the South African Post Office (SAPO).
What is the zip code for BARKLY EAST?
South Africa uses postal codes rather than zip codes. The zip code equivalent for BARKLY EAST, Eastern Cape is 9786. On international forms that ask for a zip code, enter 9786 if your address is a street address in BARKLY EAST.
What is the PO Box postal code for BARKLY EAST?
The PO Box postal code for BARKLY EAST in BARKLY EAST is 9786. Use this code when your mailing address is a Post Office Box. For physical street addresses, use 9786 instead.
What area does BARKLY EAST fall under?
BARKLY EAST falls under the BARKLY EAST area in Eastern Cape, South Africa. It is assigned the postal code 9786 for street deliveries by SAPO.
Which province is BARKLY EAST located in?
BARKLY EAST is located in Eastern Cape, South Africa, within the BARKLY EAST area. Its street postal code is 9786.
What is the difference between a street code and a PO Box code?
A street code (9786 for BARKLY EAST) is used for physical address deliveries. A PO Box code (9786) is used for mail addressed to a Post Office Box. South Africa’s postal system assigns separate 4-digit codes for each type to ensure accurate sorting and delivery.
What postal code do I enter for online shopping deliveries to BARKLY EAST?
For online shopping deliveries including Takealot, Superbalist, Zando, and other SA retailers, enter 9786 when your delivery address is in BARKLY EAST, BARKLY EAST, Eastern Cape.
Is the postal code for BARKLY EAST the same as the zip code?
Yes. In South Africa, postal codes and zip codes are the same thing. The postal code (zip code) for BARKLY EAST is 9786 for street addresses. International forms requesting a zip code should be filled in with 9786.
How do I address a letter to BARKLY EAST?
For a street address: write the recipient name, street number and street name, then BARKLY EAST, BARKLY EAST, Eastern Cape, and end with 9786. For a PO Box, use 9786.
What is my postal code if I live in BARKLY EAST?
If you live in BARKLY EAST in BARKLY EAST, Eastern Cape, your postal code is 9786. Use this for government forms, banking, medical aid, insurance, and all official documents. If you receive mail via a PO Box, use 9786.
Can I use 9786 for courier deliveries to BARKLY EAST?
Yes. For courier and parcel deliveries to a physical address in BARKLY EAST, Eastern Cape, use 9786. All major South African couriers — The Courier Guy, Dawn Wing, DHL, PostNet — use this code to route deliveries into the BARKLY EAST area.
What is the postcode for BARKLY EAST in South Africa?
The postcode for BARKLY EAST in South Africa is 9786 (street address) or 9786 (PO Box). The terms postcode, postal code, and zip code are all used interchangeably in South Africa.
What postal code do I use for BARKLY EAST on a government form?
For any South African government form, SARS submission, Home Affairs application, or municipality registration where your address is in BARKLY EAST, BARKLY EAST, use the street postal code 9786.
How many digits is the postal code for BARKLY EAST?
The postal code for BARKLY EAST is a 4-digit number: 9786. All South African postal codes are 4-digit numeric codes. Do not add any extra digits or letters when entering this code on forms.
What suburbs are near BARKLY EAST in BARKLY EAST?
BARKLY EAST is located within the BARKLY EAST postal delivery area of Eastern Cape. Browse our BARKLY EAST area postal codes page to find codes for nearby suburbs.
What is the postal code for BARKLY EAST in Eastern Cape?
Different suburbs within BARKLY EAST, Eastern Cape may have different postal codes. For BARKLY EAST specifically, the street postal code is 9786. Visit our BARKLY EAST postal codes listing for all suburbs in this area.
What is the Eastern Cape postal code range?
Eastern Cape is served by multiple postal code ranges. BARKLY EAST in BARKLY EAST uses 9786. Browse our Eastern Cape postal codes page to explore all codes in the province.
Is 9786 used for SARS and tax returns?
Yes. When completing a SARS eFiling tax return or any SARS correspondence for an address in BARKLY EAST, BARKLY EAST, enter 9786 as your postal code.
What postal code do I use for BARKLY EAST on online shopping sites?
Use 9786 for all online shopping deliveries to a physical address in BARKLY EAST. This is recognised by Takealot, Checkers Sixty60, Pick n Pay, Woolworths, and all major SA online retailers.
Can I verify the BARKLY EAST postal code on the SAPO website?
Yes. The South African Post Office (SAPO) maintains an official postal code database at postoffice.co.za. The street code for BARKLY EAST in BARKLY EAST, Eastern Cape is 9786 and the PO Box code is 9786.
Note: Postal code information for BARKLY EAST is sourced from the South African Post Office (SAPO). Always confirm codes directly with SAPO for critical correspondence.
More About BARKLY EAST Postal Code — BARKLY EAST, Eastern Cape
1. What is the physical postal code of BARKLY EAST?
The physical street postal code of BARKLY EAST is 9786. This code covers all street-addressed properties in BARKLY EAST, BARKLY EAST, Eastern Cape, South Africa. It is a 4-digit number assigned by the South African Post Office.
2. What is the zip code for BARKLY EAST, Eastern Cape?
South Africa does not officially use the term zip code — the correct term is postal code. However the two terms are interchangeable. The zip code for BARKLY EAST in Eastern Cape is 9786. On international websites and forms that ask for a zip code, enter 9786.
3. What postal code does BARKLY EAST use for banking and insurance?
For all banking, insurance, and financial service registrations where your address is in BARKLY EAST, BARKLY EAST, use the street code 9786. This applies to FNB, Standard Bank, Absa, Nedbank, Capitec, Old Mutual, Discovery, and all other South African financial institutions.
4. What is the post code for BARKLY EAST?
The post code for BARKLY EAST is 9786 for street addresses in BARKLY EAST, Eastern Cape. If you are posting to a PO Box in BARKLY EAST, the post code is 9786. South African post codes are always 4 digits.
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