Use for all physical street address deliveries, online shopping, courier bookings, and official forms.
PO Box Code
Use when addressing mail to a Post Office Box in CENTRAL at the CENTRAL Post Office.
Detail
Information
Suburb / Locality
CENTRAL
Area / Town
CENTRAL
Province
Free State
Country
South Africa
Street Postal Code
6139
PO Box Postal Code
Postal Code Type
4-digit numeric (SAPO)
Also Known As
Zip code, postcode, area code, post code
📍 Location Details
Suburb: CENTRAL
Area: CENTRAL
Province: Free State
Country: South Africa
📬 Postal Codes
Street Code: 6139
PO Box Code:
Issued by: South African Post Office (SAPO)
Format: 4-digit numeric
🚚 Courier & Delivery
Use code 6139 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 (6139) is used when addressing mail or parcels to a physical street address in CENTRAL. This is the code to use on online shopping platforms, bank statements, courier bookings, and government forms.
The PO Box code () is used exclusively when sending mail to a Post Office Box rented at the CENTRAL 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 CENTRAL in CENTRAL, Free State.
About CENTRAL, CENTRAL, Free State
CENTRAL is a suburb or locality situated in the CENTRAL area of Free State, 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 CENTRAL is 6139 for street addresses and 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 CENTRAL within the broader CENTRAL 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 CENTRAL is 6139.
Frequently Asked Questions — CENTRAL Postal Code
What is the postal code for CENTRAL?
The postal code for CENTRAL in CENTRAL, Free State is 6139 for street addresses and for PO Box addresses. These are 4-digit codes issued by the South African Post Office (SAPO).
What is the zip code for CENTRAL?
South Africa uses postal codes rather than zip codes. The zip code equivalent for CENTRAL, Free State is 6139. On international forms that ask for a zip code, enter 6139 if your address is a street address in CENTRAL.
What is the PO Box postal code for CENTRAL?
The PO Box postal code for CENTRAL in CENTRAL is . Use this code when your mailing address is a Post Office Box. For physical street addresses, use 6139 instead.
What area does CENTRAL fall under?
CENTRAL falls under the CENTRAL area in Free State, South Africa. It is assigned the postal code 6139 for street deliveries by SAPO.
Which province is CENTRAL located in?
CENTRAL is located in Free State, South Africa, within the CENTRAL area. Its street postal code is 6139.
What is the difference between a street code and a PO Box code?
A street code (6139 for CENTRAL) is used for physical address deliveries. A PO Box code () 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 CENTRAL?
For online shopping deliveries including Takealot, Superbalist, Zando, and other SA retailers, enter 6139 when your delivery address is in CENTRAL, CENTRAL, Free State.
Is the postal code for CENTRAL 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 CENTRAL is 6139 for street addresses. International forms requesting a zip code should be filled in with 6139.
How do I address a letter to CENTRAL?
For a street address: write the recipient name, street number and street name, then CENTRAL, CENTRAL, Free State, and end with 6139. For a PO Box, use .
What is my postal code if I live in CENTRAL?
If you live in CENTRAL in CENTRAL, Free State, your postal code is 6139. Use this for government forms, banking, medical aid, insurance, and all official documents. If you receive mail via a PO Box, use .
Can I use 6139 for courier deliveries to CENTRAL?
Yes. For courier and parcel deliveries to a physical address in CENTRAL, Free State, use 6139. All major South African couriers — The Courier Guy, Dawn Wing, DHL, PostNet — use this code to route deliveries into the CENTRAL area.
What is the postcode for CENTRAL in South Africa?
The postcode for CENTRAL in South Africa is 6139 (street address) or (PO Box). The terms postcode, postal code, and zip code are all used interchangeably in South Africa.
What postal code do I use for CENTRAL on a government form?
For any South African government form, SARS submission, Home Affairs application, or municipality registration where your address is in CENTRAL, CENTRAL, use the street postal code 6139.
How many digits is the postal code for CENTRAL?
The postal code for CENTRAL is a 4-digit number: 6139. 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 CENTRAL in CENTRAL?
CENTRAL is located within the CENTRAL postal delivery area of Free State. Browse our CENTRAL area postal codes page to find codes for nearby suburbs.
What is the postal code for CENTRAL in Free State?
Different suburbs within CENTRAL, Free State may have different postal codes. For CENTRAL specifically, the street postal code is 6139. Visit our CENTRAL postal codes listing for all suburbs in this area.
What is the Free State postal code range?
Free State is served by multiple postal code ranges. CENTRAL in CENTRAL uses 6139. Browse our Free State postal codes page to explore all codes in the province.
Is 6139 used for SARS and tax returns?
Yes. When completing a SARS eFiling tax return or any SARS correspondence for an address in CENTRAL, CENTRAL, enter 6139 as your postal code.
What postal code do I use for CENTRAL on online shopping sites?
Use 6139 for all online shopping deliveries to a physical address in CENTRAL. This is recognised by Takealot, Checkers Sixty60, Pick n Pay, Woolworths, and all major SA online retailers.
Can I verify the CENTRAL 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 CENTRAL in CENTRAL, Free State is 6139 and the PO Box code is .
Note: Postal code information for CENTRAL is sourced from the South African Post Office (SAPO). Always confirm codes directly with SAPO for critical correspondence.
More About CENTRAL Postal Code — CENTRAL, Free State
1. What is the physical postal code of CENTRAL?
The physical street postal code of CENTRAL is 6139. This code covers all street-addressed properties in CENTRAL, CENTRAL, Free State, South Africa. It is a 4-digit number assigned by the South African Post Office.
2. What is the zip code for CENTRAL, Free State?
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 CENTRAL in Free State is 6139. On international websites and forms that ask for a zip code, enter 6139.
3. What postal code does CENTRAL use for banking and insurance?
For all banking, insurance, and financial service registrations where your address is in CENTRAL, CENTRAL, use the street code 6139. 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 CENTRAL?
The post code for CENTRAL is 6139 for street addresses in CENTRAL, Free State. If you are posting to a PO Box in CENTRAL, the post code is . South African post codes are always 4 digits.
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