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 HOSTEL at the KWANOBUHLE Post Office.
Detail
Information
Suburb / Locality
HOSTEL
Area / Town
KWANOBUHLE
Province
Eastern Cape
Country
South Africa
Street Postal Code
6242
PO Box Postal Code
Postal Code Type
4-digit numeric (SAPO)
Also Known As
Zip code, postcode, area code, post code
📍 Location Details
Suburb: HOSTEL
Area: KWANOBUHLE
Province: Eastern Cape
Country: South Africa
📬 Postal Codes
Street Code: 6242
PO Box Code:
Issued by: South African Post Office (SAPO)
Format: 4-digit numeric
🚚 Courier & Delivery
Use code 6242 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 (6242) is used when addressing mail or parcels to a physical street address in HOSTEL. 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 KWANOBUHLE 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 HOSTEL in KWANOBUHLE, Eastern Cape.
About HOSTEL, KWANOBUHLE, Eastern Cape
HOSTEL is a suburb or locality situated in the KWANOBUHLE 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 HOSTEL is 6242 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 HOSTEL within the broader KWANOBUHLE 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 HOSTEL is 6242.
Frequently Asked Questions — HOSTEL Postal Code
What is the postal code for HOSTEL?
The postal code for HOSTEL in KWANOBUHLE, Eastern Cape is 6242 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 HOSTEL?
South Africa uses postal codes rather than zip codes. The zip code equivalent for HOSTEL, Eastern Cape is 6242. On international forms that ask for a zip code, enter 6242 if your address is a street address in HOSTEL.
What is the PO Box postal code for HOSTEL?
The PO Box postal code for HOSTEL in KWANOBUHLE is . Use this code when your mailing address is a Post Office Box. For physical street addresses, use 6242 instead.
What area does HOSTEL fall under?
HOSTEL falls under the KWANOBUHLE area in Eastern Cape, South Africa. It is assigned the postal code 6242 for street deliveries by SAPO.
Which province is HOSTEL located in?
HOSTEL is located in Eastern Cape, South Africa, within the KWANOBUHLE area. Its street postal code is 6242.
What is the difference between a street code and a PO Box code?
A street code (6242 for HOSTEL) 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 HOSTEL?
For online shopping deliveries including Takealot, Superbalist, Zando, and other SA retailers, enter 6242 when your delivery address is in HOSTEL, KWANOBUHLE, Eastern Cape.
Is the postal code for HOSTEL 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 HOSTEL is 6242 for street addresses. International forms requesting a zip code should be filled in with 6242.
How do I address a letter to HOSTEL?
For a street address: write the recipient name, street number and street name, then HOSTEL, KWANOBUHLE, Eastern Cape, and end with 6242. For a PO Box, use .
What is my postal code if I live in HOSTEL?
If you live in HOSTEL in KWANOBUHLE, Eastern Cape, your postal code is 6242. 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 6242 for courier deliveries to HOSTEL?
Yes. For courier and parcel deliveries to a physical address in HOSTEL, Eastern Cape, use 6242. All major South African couriers — The Courier Guy, Dawn Wing, DHL, PostNet — use this code to route deliveries into the KWANOBUHLE area.
What is the postcode for HOSTEL in South Africa?
The postcode for HOSTEL in South Africa is 6242 (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 HOSTEL on a government form?
For any South African government form, SARS submission, Home Affairs application, or municipality registration where your address is in HOSTEL, KWANOBUHLE, use the street postal code 6242.
How many digits is the postal code for HOSTEL?
The postal code for HOSTEL is a 4-digit number: 6242. 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 HOSTEL in KWANOBUHLE?
HOSTEL is located within the KWANOBUHLE postal delivery area of Eastern Cape. Browse our KWANOBUHLE area postal codes page to find codes for nearby suburbs.
What is the postal code for KWANOBUHLE in Eastern Cape?
Different suburbs within KWANOBUHLE, Eastern Cape may have different postal codes. For HOSTEL specifically, the street postal code is 6242. Visit our KWANOBUHLE 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. HOSTEL in KWANOBUHLE uses 6242. Browse our Eastern Cape postal codes page to explore all codes in the province.
Is 6242 used for SARS and tax returns?
Yes. When completing a SARS eFiling tax return or any SARS correspondence for an address in HOSTEL, KWANOBUHLE, enter 6242 as your postal code.
What postal code do I use for HOSTEL on online shopping sites?
Use 6242 for all online shopping deliveries to a physical address in HOSTEL. This is recognised by Takealot, Checkers Sixty60, Pick n Pay, Woolworths, and all major SA online retailers.
Can I verify the HOSTEL 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 HOSTEL in KWANOBUHLE, Eastern Cape is 6242 and the PO Box code is .
Note: Postal code information for HOSTEL is sourced from the South African Post Office (SAPO). Always confirm codes directly with SAPO for critical correspondence.
More About HOSTEL Postal Code — KWANOBUHLE, Eastern Cape
1. What is the physical postal code of HOSTEL?
The physical street postal code of HOSTEL is 6242. This code covers all street-addressed properties in HOSTEL, KWANOBUHLE, Eastern Cape, South Africa. It is a 4-digit number assigned by the South African Post Office.
2. What is the zip code for HOSTEL, 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 HOSTEL in Eastern Cape is 6242. On international websites and forms that ask for a zip code, enter 6242.
3. What postal code does HOSTEL use for banking and insurance?
For all banking, insurance, and financial service registrations where your address is in HOSTEL, KWANOBUHLE, use the street code 6242. 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 HOSTEL?
The post code for HOSTEL is 6242 for street addresses in KWANOBUHLE, Eastern Cape. If you are posting to a PO Box in HOSTEL, the post code is . South African post codes are always 4 digits.
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