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 HOWICK WEST at the HOWICK Post Office.
Detail
Information
Suburb / Locality
HOWICK WEST
Area / Town
HOWICK
Province
KwaZulu-Natal
Country
South Africa
Street Postal Code
3290
PO Box Postal Code
Postal Code Type
4-digit numeric (SAPO)
Also Known As
Zip code, postcode, area code, post code
📍 Location Details
Suburb: HOWICK WEST
Area: HOWICK
Province: KwaZulu-Natal
Country: South Africa
📬 Postal Codes
Street Code: 3290
PO Box Code:
Issued by: South African Post Office (SAPO)
Format: 4-digit numeric
🚚 Courier & Delivery
Use code 3290 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 (3290) is used when addressing mail or parcels to a physical street address in HOWICK WEST. 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 HOWICK 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 HOWICK WEST in HOWICK, KwaZulu-Natal.
About HOWICK WEST, HOWICK, KwaZulu-Natal
HOWICK WEST is a suburb or locality situated in the HOWICK area of KwaZulu-Natal, 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 HOWICK WEST is 3290 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 HOWICK WEST within the broader HOWICK 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 HOWICK WEST is 3290.
Frequently Asked Questions — HOWICK WEST Postal Code
What is the postal code for HOWICK WEST?
The postal code for HOWICK WEST in HOWICK, KwaZulu-Natal is 3290 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 HOWICK WEST?
South Africa uses postal codes rather than zip codes. The zip code equivalent for HOWICK WEST, KwaZulu-Natal is 3290. On international forms that ask for a zip code, enter 3290 if your address is a street address in HOWICK WEST.
What is the PO Box postal code for HOWICK WEST?
The PO Box postal code for HOWICK WEST in HOWICK is . Use this code when your mailing address is a Post Office Box. For physical street addresses, use 3290 instead.
What area does HOWICK WEST fall under?
HOWICK WEST falls under the HOWICK area in KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa. It is assigned the postal code 3290 for street deliveries by SAPO.
Which province is HOWICK WEST located in?
HOWICK WEST is located in KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa, within the HOWICK area. Its street postal code is 3290.
What is the difference between a street code and a PO Box code?
A street code (3290 for HOWICK WEST) 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 HOWICK WEST?
For online shopping deliveries including Takealot, Superbalist, Zando, and other SA retailers, enter 3290 when your delivery address is in HOWICK WEST, HOWICK, KwaZulu-Natal.
Is the postal code for HOWICK WEST 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 HOWICK WEST is 3290 for street addresses. International forms requesting a zip code should be filled in with 3290.
How do I address a letter to HOWICK WEST?
For a street address: write the recipient name, street number and street name, then HOWICK WEST, HOWICK, KwaZulu-Natal, and end with 3290. For a PO Box, use .
What is my postal code if I live in HOWICK WEST?
If you live in HOWICK WEST in HOWICK, KwaZulu-Natal, your postal code is 3290. 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 3290 for courier deliveries to HOWICK WEST?
Yes. For courier and parcel deliveries to a physical address in HOWICK WEST, KwaZulu-Natal, use 3290. All major South African couriers — The Courier Guy, Dawn Wing, DHL, PostNet — use this code to route deliveries into the HOWICK area.
What is the postcode for HOWICK WEST in South Africa?
The postcode for HOWICK WEST in South Africa is 3290 (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 HOWICK WEST on a government form?
For any South African government form, SARS submission, Home Affairs application, or municipality registration where your address is in HOWICK WEST, HOWICK, use the street postal code 3290.
How many digits is the postal code for HOWICK WEST?
The postal code for HOWICK WEST is a 4-digit number: 3290. 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 HOWICK WEST in HOWICK?
HOWICK WEST is located within the HOWICK postal delivery area of KwaZulu-Natal. Browse our HOWICK area postal codes page to find codes for nearby suburbs.
What is the postal code for HOWICK in KwaZulu-Natal?
Different suburbs within HOWICK, KwaZulu-Natal may have different postal codes. For HOWICK WEST specifically, the street postal code is 3290. Visit our HOWICK postal codes listing for all suburbs in this area.
What is the KwaZulu-Natal postal code range?
KwaZulu-Natal is served by multiple postal code ranges. HOWICK WEST in HOWICK uses 3290. Browse our KwaZulu-Natal postal codes page to explore all codes in the province.
Is 3290 used for SARS and tax returns?
Yes. When completing a SARS eFiling tax return or any SARS correspondence for an address in HOWICK WEST, HOWICK, enter 3290 as your postal code.
What postal code do I use for HOWICK WEST on online shopping sites?
Use 3290 for all online shopping deliveries to a physical address in HOWICK WEST. This is recognised by Takealot, Checkers Sixty60, Pick n Pay, Woolworths, and all major SA online retailers.
Can I verify the HOWICK WEST 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 HOWICK WEST in HOWICK, KwaZulu-Natal is 3290 and the PO Box code is .
Note: Postal code information for HOWICK WEST is sourced from the South African Post Office (SAPO). Always confirm codes directly with SAPO for critical correspondence.
More About HOWICK WEST Postal Code — HOWICK, KwaZulu-Natal
1. What is the physical postal code of HOWICK WEST?
The physical street postal code of HOWICK WEST is 3290. This code covers all street-addressed properties in HOWICK WEST, HOWICK, KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa. It is a 4-digit number assigned by the South African Post Office.
2. What is the zip code for HOWICK WEST, KwaZulu-Natal?
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 HOWICK WEST in KwaZulu-Natal is 3290. On international websites and forms that ask for a zip code, enter 3290.
3. What postal code does HOWICK WEST use for banking and insurance?
For all banking, insurance, and financial service registrations where your address is in HOWICK WEST, HOWICK, use the street code 3290. 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 HOWICK WEST?
The post code for HOWICK WEST is 3290 for street addresses in HOWICK, KwaZulu-Natal. If you are posting to a PO Box in HOWICK WEST, the post code is . South African post codes are always 4 digits.
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