Use for all physical street address deliveries, online shopping, courier bookings, and official forms.
PO Box Code
5701
Use when addressing mail to a Post Office Box in FORT HARE at the ALICE Post Office.
Detail
Information
Suburb / Locality
FORT HARE
Area / Town
ALICE
Province
Eastern Cape
Country
South Africa
Street Postal Code
PO Box Postal Code
5701
Postal Code Type
4-digit numeric (SAPO)
Also Known As
Zip code, postcode, area code, post code
📍 Location Details
Suburb: FORT HARE
Area: ALICE
Province: Eastern Cape
Country: South Africa
📬 Postal Codes
Street Code:
PO Box Code: 5701
Issued by: South African Post Office (SAPO)
Format: 4-digit numeric
🚚 Courier & Delivery
Use code 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 () is used when addressing mail or parcels to a physical street address in FORT HARE. This is the code to use on online shopping platforms, bank statements, courier bookings, and government forms.
The PO Box code (5701) is used exclusively when sending mail to a Post Office Box rented at the ALICE 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 FORT HARE in ALICE, Eastern Cape.
About FORT HARE, ALICE, Eastern Cape
FORT HARE is a suburb or locality situated in the ALICE 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 FORT HARE is for street addresses and 5701 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 FORT HARE within the broader ALICE 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 FORT HARE is .
Frequently Asked Questions — FORT HARE Postal Code
What is the postal code for FORT HARE?
The postal code for FORT HARE in ALICE, Eastern Cape is for street addresses and 5701 for PO Box addresses. These are 4-digit codes issued by the South African Post Office (SAPO).
What is the zip code for FORT HARE?
South Africa uses postal codes rather than zip codes. The zip code equivalent for FORT HARE, Eastern Cape is . On international forms that ask for a zip code, enter if your address is a street address in FORT HARE.
What is the PO Box postal code for FORT HARE?
The PO Box postal code for FORT HARE in ALICE is 5701. Use this code when your mailing address is a Post Office Box. For physical street addresses, use instead.
What area does FORT HARE fall under?
FORT HARE falls under the ALICE area in Eastern Cape, South Africa. It is assigned the postal code for street deliveries by SAPO.
Which province is FORT HARE located in?
FORT HARE is located in Eastern Cape, South Africa, within the ALICE area. Its street postal code is .
What is the difference between a street code and a PO Box code?
A street code ( for FORT HARE) is used for physical address deliveries. A PO Box code (5701) 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 FORT HARE?
For online shopping deliveries including Takealot, Superbalist, Zando, and other SA retailers, enter when your delivery address is in FORT HARE, ALICE, Eastern Cape.
Is the postal code for FORT HARE 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 FORT HARE is for street addresses. International forms requesting a zip code should be filled in with .
How do I address a letter to FORT HARE?
For a street address: write the recipient name, street number and street name, then FORT HARE, ALICE, Eastern Cape, and end with . For a PO Box, use 5701.
What is my postal code if I live in FORT HARE?
If you live in FORT HARE in ALICE, Eastern Cape, your postal code is . Use this for government forms, banking, medical aid, insurance, and all official documents. If you receive mail via a PO Box, use 5701.
Can I use for courier deliveries to FORT HARE?
Yes. For courier and parcel deliveries to a physical address in FORT HARE, Eastern Cape, use . All major South African couriers — The Courier Guy, Dawn Wing, DHL, PostNet — use this code to route deliveries into the ALICE area.
What is the postcode for FORT HARE in South Africa?
The postcode for FORT HARE in South Africa is (street address) or 5701 (PO Box). The terms postcode, postal code, and zip code are all used interchangeably in South Africa.
What postal code do I use for FORT HARE on a government form?
For any South African government form, SARS submission, Home Affairs application, or municipality registration where your address is in FORT HARE, ALICE, use the street postal code .
How many digits is the postal code for FORT HARE?
The postal code for FORT HARE is a 4-digit number: . 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 FORT HARE in ALICE?
FORT HARE is located within the ALICE postal delivery area of Eastern Cape. Browse our ALICE area postal codes page to find codes for nearby suburbs.
What is the postal code for ALICE in Eastern Cape?
Different suburbs within ALICE, Eastern Cape may have different postal codes. For FORT HARE specifically, the street postal code is . Visit our ALICE 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. FORT HARE in ALICE uses . Browse our Eastern Cape postal codes page to explore all codes in the province.
Is used for SARS and tax returns?
Yes. When completing a SARS eFiling tax return or any SARS correspondence for an address in FORT HARE, ALICE, enter as your postal code.
What postal code do I use for FORT HARE on online shopping sites?
Use for all online shopping deliveries to a physical address in FORT HARE. This is recognised by Takealot, Checkers Sixty60, Pick n Pay, Woolworths, and all major SA online retailers.
Can I verify the FORT HARE 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 FORT HARE in ALICE, Eastern Cape is and the PO Box code is 5701.
Note: Postal code information for FORT HARE is sourced from the South African Post Office (SAPO). Always confirm codes directly with SAPO for critical correspondence.
More About FORT HARE Postal Code — ALICE, Eastern Cape
1. What is the physical postal code of FORT HARE?
The physical street postal code of FORT HARE is . This code covers all street-addressed properties in FORT HARE, ALICE, Eastern Cape, South Africa. It is a 4-digit number assigned by the South African Post Office.
2. What is the zip code for FORT HARE, 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 FORT HARE in Eastern Cape is . On international websites and forms that ask for a zip code, enter .
3. What postal code does FORT HARE use for banking and insurance?
For all banking, insurance, and financial service registrations where your address is in FORT HARE, ALICE, use the street code . 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 FORT HARE?
The post code for FORT HARE is for street addresses in ALICE, Eastern Cape. If you are posting to a PO Box in FORT HARE, the post code is 5701. South African post codes are always 4 digits.
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