Use for all physical street address deliveries, online shopping, courier bookings, and official forms.
PO Box Code
3950
Use when addressing mail to a Post Office Box in NONGOMA at the MAHLABATINI Post Office.
Detail
Information
Suburb / Locality
NONGOMA
Area / Town
MAHLABATINI
Province
North West
Country
South Africa
Street Postal Code
3950
PO Box Postal Code
3950
Postal Code Type
4-digit numeric (SAPO)
Also Known As
Zip code, postcode, area code, post code
📍 Location Details
Suburb: NONGOMA
Area: MAHLABATINI
Province: North West
Country: South Africa
📬 Postal Codes
Street Code: 3950
PO Box Code: 3950
Issued by: South African Post Office (SAPO)
Format: 4-digit numeric
🚚 Courier & Delivery
Use code 3950 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 (3950) is used when addressing mail or parcels to a physical street address in NONGOMA. This is the code to use on online shopping platforms, bank statements, courier bookings, and government forms.
The PO Box code (3950) is used exclusively when sending mail to a Post Office Box rented at the MAHLABATINI 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 NONGOMA in MAHLABATINI, North West.
About NONGOMA, MAHLABATINI, North West
NONGOMA is a suburb or locality situated in the MAHLABATINI area of North West, 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 NONGOMA is 3950 for street addresses and 3950 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 NONGOMA within the broader MAHLABATINI 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 NONGOMA is 3950.
Frequently Asked Questions — NONGOMA Postal Code
What is the postal code for NONGOMA?
The postal code for NONGOMA in MAHLABATINI, North West is 3950 for street addresses and 3950 for PO Box addresses. These are 4-digit codes issued by the South African Post Office (SAPO).
What is the zip code for NONGOMA?
South Africa uses postal codes rather than zip codes. The zip code equivalent for NONGOMA, North West is 3950. On international forms that ask for a zip code, enter 3950 if your address is a street address in NONGOMA.
What is the PO Box postal code for NONGOMA?
The PO Box postal code for NONGOMA in MAHLABATINI is 3950. Use this code when your mailing address is a Post Office Box. For physical street addresses, use 3950 instead.
What area does NONGOMA fall under?
NONGOMA falls under the MAHLABATINI area in North West, South Africa. It is assigned the postal code 3950 for street deliveries by SAPO.
Which province is NONGOMA located in?
NONGOMA is located in North West, South Africa, within the MAHLABATINI area. Its street postal code is 3950.
What is the difference between a street code and a PO Box code?
A street code (3950 for NONGOMA) is used for physical address deliveries. A PO Box code (3950) 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 NONGOMA?
For online shopping deliveries including Takealot, Superbalist, Zando, and other SA retailers, enter 3950 when your delivery address is in NONGOMA, MAHLABATINI, North West.
Is the postal code for NONGOMA 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 NONGOMA is 3950 for street addresses. International forms requesting a zip code should be filled in with 3950.
How do I address a letter to NONGOMA?
For a street address: write the recipient name, street number and street name, then NONGOMA, MAHLABATINI, North West, and end with 3950. For a PO Box, use 3950.
What is my postal code if I live in NONGOMA?
If you live in NONGOMA in MAHLABATINI, North West, your postal code is 3950. Use this for government forms, banking, medical aid, insurance, and all official documents. If you receive mail via a PO Box, use 3950.
Can I use 3950 for courier deliveries to NONGOMA?
Yes. For courier and parcel deliveries to a physical address in NONGOMA, North West, use 3950. All major South African couriers — The Courier Guy, Dawn Wing, DHL, PostNet — use this code to route deliveries into the MAHLABATINI area.
What is the postcode for NONGOMA in South Africa?
The postcode for NONGOMA in South Africa is 3950 (street address) or 3950 (PO Box). The terms postcode, postal code, and zip code are all used interchangeably in South Africa.
What postal code do I use for NONGOMA on a government form?
For any South African government form, SARS submission, Home Affairs application, or municipality registration where your address is in NONGOMA, MAHLABATINI, use the street postal code 3950.
How many digits is the postal code for NONGOMA?
The postal code for NONGOMA is a 4-digit number: 3950. 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 NONGOMA in MAHLABATINI?
NONGOMA is located within the MAHLABATINI postal delivery area of North West. Browse our MAHLABATINI area postal codes page to find codes for nearby suburbs.
What is the postal code for MAHLABATINI in North West?
Different suburbs within MAHLABATINI, North West may have different postal codes. For NONGOMA specifically, the street postal code is 3950. Visit our MAHLABATINI postal codes listing for all suburbs in this area.
What is the North West postal code range?
North West is served by multiple postal code ranges. NONGOMA in MAHLABATINI uses 3950. Browse our North West postal codes page to explore all codes in the province.
Is 3950 used for SARS and tax returns?
Yes. When completing a SARS eFiling tax return or any SARS correspondence for an address in NONGOMA, MAHLABATINI, enter 3950 as your postal code.
What postal code do I use for NONGOMA on online shopping sites?
Use 3950 for all online shopping deliveries to a physical address in NONGOMA. This is recognised by Takealot, Checkers Sixty60, Pick n Pay, Woolworths, and all major SA online retailers.
Can I verify the NONGOMA 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 NONGOMA in MAHLABATINI, North West is 3950 and the PO Box code is 3950.
Note: Postal code information for NONGOMA is sourced from the South African Post Office (SAPO). Always confirm codes directly with SAPO for critical correspondence.
More About NONGOMA Postal Code — MAHLABATINI, North West
1. What is the physical postal code of NONGOMA?
The physical street postal code of NONGOMA is 3950. This code covers all street-addressed properties in NONGOMA, MAHLABATINI, North West, South Africa. It is a 4-digit number assigned by the South African Post Office.
2. What is the zip code for NONGOMA, North West?
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 NONGOMA in North West is 3950. On international websites and forms that ask for a zip code, enter 3950.
3. What postal code does NONGOMA use for banking and insurance?
For all banking, insurance, and financial service registrations where your address is in NONGOMA, MAHLABATINI, use the street code 3950. 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 NONGOMA?
The post code for NONGOMA is 3950 for street addresses in MAHLABATINI, North West. If you are posting to a PO Box in NONGOMA, the post code is 3950. South African post codes are always 4 digits.
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