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KING WILLIAM’S TOWN Postal Code

KING WILLIAM’S TOWN  ·  Eastern Cape  ·  South Africa
Street Code
5601
PO Box Code
5600
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Postal Codes for KING WILLIAM’S TOWN

Street Delivery Code
5601
Use for all physical street address deliveries, online shopping, courier bookings, and official forms.
PO Box Code
5600
Use when addressing mail to a Post Office Box in KING WILLIAM’S TOWN at the KING WILLIAM’S TOWN Post Office.
DetailInformation
Suburb / LocalityKING WILLIAM’S TOWN
Area / TownKING WILLIAM’S TOWN
ProvinceEastern Cape
CountrySouth Africa
Street Postal Code5601
PO Box Postal Code5600
Postal Code Type4-digit numeric (SAPO)
Also Known AsZip code, postcode, area code, post code

📍 Location Details

Suburb: KING WILLIAM’S TOWN
Area: KING WILLIAM’S TOWN
Province: Eastern Cape
Country: South Africa

📬 Postal Codes

Street Code: 5601
PO Box Code: 5600
Issued by: South African Post Office (SAPO)
Format: 4-digit numeric

🚚 Courier & Delivery

Use code 5601 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 (5601) is used when addressing mail or parcels to a physical street address in KING WILLIAM’S TOWN. This is the code to use on online shopping platforms, bank statements, courier bookings, and government forms.

The PO Box code (5600) is used exclusively when sending mail to a Post Office Box rented at the KING WILLIAM’S TOWN 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 KING WILLIAM’S TOWN in KING WILLIAM’S TOWN, Eastern Cape.

About KING WILLIAM’S TOWN, KING WILLIAM’S TOWN, Eastern Cape

KING WILLIAM’S TOWN is a suburb or locality situated in the KING WILLIAM’S TOWN 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 KING WILLIAM’S TOWN is 5601 for street addresses and 5600 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 KING WILLIAM’S TOWN within the broader KING WILLIAM’S TOWN 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 KING WILLIAM’S TOWN is 5601.

Frequently Asked Questions — KING WILLIAM’S TOWN Postal Code

What is the postal code for KING WILLIAM’S TOWN?
The postal code for KING WILLIAM’S TOWN in KING WILLIAM’S TOWN, Eastern Cape is 5601 for street addresses and 5600 for PO Box addresses. These are 4-digit codes issued by the South African Post Office (SAPO).
What is the zip code for KING WILLIAM’S TOWN?
South Africa uses postal codes rather than zip codes. The zip code equivalent for KING WILLIAM’S TOWN, Eastern Cape is 5601. On international forms that ask for a zip code, enter 5601 if your address is a street address in KING WILLIAM’S TOWN.
What is the PO Box postal code for KING WILLIAM’S TOWN?
The PO Box postal code for KING WILLIAM’S TOWN in KING WILLIAM’S TOWN is 5600. Use this code when your mailing address is a Post Office Box. For physical street addresses, use 5601 instead.
What area does KING WILLIAM’S TOWN fall under?
KING WILLIAM’S TOWN falls under the KING WILLIAM’S TOWN area in Eastern Cape, South Africa. It is assigned the postal code 5601 for street deliveries by SAPO.
Which province is KING WILLIAM’S TOWN located in?
KING WILLIAM’S TOWN is located in Eastern Cape, South Africa, within the KING WILLIAM’S TOWN area. Its street postal code is 5601.
What is the difference between a street code and a PO Box code?
A street code (5601 for KING WILLIAM’S TOWN) is used for physical address deliveries. A PO Box code (5600) 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 KING WILLIAM’S TOWN?
For online shopping deliveries including Takealot, Superbalist, Zando, and other SA retailers, enter 5601 when your delivery address is in KING WILLIAM’S TOWN, KING WILLIAM’S TOWN, Eastern Cape.
Is the postal code for KING WILLIAM’S TOWN 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 KING WILLIAM’S TOWN is 5601 for street addresses. International forms requesting a zip code should be filled in with 5601.
How do I address a letter to KING WILLIAM’S TOWN?
For a street address: write the recipient name, street number and street name, then KING WILLIAM’S TOWN, KING WILLIAM’S TOWN, Eastern Cape, and end with 5601. For a PO Box, use 5600.
What is my postal code if I live in KING WILLIAM’S TOWN?
If you live in KING WILLIAM’S TOWN in KING WILLIAM’S TOWN, Eastern Cape, your postal code is 5601. Use this for government forms, banking, medical aid, insurance, and all official documents. If you receive mail via a PO Box, use 5600.
Can I use 5601 for courier deliveries to KING WILLIAM’S TOWN?
Yes. For courier and parcel deliveries to a physical address in KING WILLIAM’S TOWN, Eastern Cape, use 5601. All major South African couriers — The Courier Guy, Dawn Wing, DHL, PostNet — use this code to route deliveries into the KING WILLIAM’S TOWN area.
What is the postcode for KING WILLIAM’S TOWN in South Africa?
The postcode for KING WILLIAM’S TOWN in South Africa is 5601 (street address) or 5600 (PO Box). The terms postcode, postal code, and zip code are all used interchangeably in South Africa.
What postal code do I use for KING WILLIAM’S TOWN on a government form?
For any South African government form, SARS submission, Home Affairs application, or municipality registration where your address is in KING WILLIAM’S TOWN, KING WILLIAM’S TOWN, use the street postal code 5601.
How many digits is the postal code for KING WILLIAM’S TOWN?
The postal code for KING WILLIAM’S TOWN is a 4-digit number: 5601. 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 KING WILLIAM’S TOWN in KING WILLIAM’S TOWN?
KING WILLIAM’S TOWN is located within the KING WILLIAM’S TOWN postal delivery area of Eastern Cape. Browse our KING WILLIAM’S TOWN area postal codes page to find codes for nearby suburbs.
What is the postal code for KING WILLIAM’S TOWN in Eastern Cape?
Different suburbs within KING WILLIAM’S TOWN, Eastern Cape may have different postal codes. For KING WILLIAM’S TOWN specifically, the street postal code is 5601. Visit our KING WILLIAM’S TOWN 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. KING WILLIAM’S TOWN in KING WILLIAM’S TOWN uses 5601. Browse our Eastern Cape postal codes page to explore all codes in the province.
Is 5601 used for SARS and tax returns?
Yes. When completing a SARS eFiling tax return or any SARS correspondence for an address in KING WILLIAM’S TOWN, KING WILLIAM’S TOWN, enter 5601 as your postal code.
What postal code do I use for KING WILLIAM’S TOWN on online shopping sites?
Use 5601 for all online shopping deliveries to a physical address in KING WILLIAM’S TOWN. This is recognised by Takealot, Checkers Sixty60, Pick n Pay, Woolworths, and all major SA online retailers.
Can I verify the KING WILLIAM’S TOWN 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 KING WILLIAM’S TOWN in KING WILLIAM’S TOWN, Eastern Cape is 5601 and the PO Box code is 5600.
Note: Postal code information for KING WILLIAM’S TOWN is sourced from the South African Post Office (SAPO). Always confirm codes directly with SAPO for critical correspondence.

More About KING WILLIAM’S TOWN Postal Code — KING WILLIAM’S TOWN, Eastern Cape

1. What is the physical postal code of KING WILLIAM’S TOWN?
The physical street postal code of KING WILLIAM’S TOWN is 5601. This code covers all street-addressed properties in KING WILLIAM’S TOWN, KING WILLIAM’S TOWN, Eastern Cape, South Africa. It is a 4-digit number assigned by the South African Post Office.

2. What is the zip code for KING WILLIAM’S TOWN, 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 KING WILLIAM’S TOWN in Eastern Cape is 5601. On international websites and forms that ask for a zip code, enter 5601.

3. What postal code does KING WILLIAM’S TOWN use for banking and insurance?
For all banking, insurance, and financial service registrations where your address is in KING WILLIAM’S TOWN, KING WILLIAM’S TOWN, use the street code 5601. 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 KING WILLIAM’S TOWN?
The post code for KING WILLIAM’S TOWN is 5601 for street addresses in KING WILLIAM’S TOWN, Eastern Cape. If you are posting to a PO Box in KING WILLIAM’S TOWN, the post code is 5600. South African post codes are always 4 digits.

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