Use for all physical street address deliveries, online shopping, courier bookings, and official forms.
PO Box Code
2162
Use when addressing mail to a Post Office Box in NORTHGATE at the OLIVEDALE Post Office.
Detail
Information
Suburb / Locality
NORTHGATE
Area / Town
OLIVEDALE
Province
Gauteng
Country
South Africa
Street Postal Code
2188
PO Box Postal Code
2162
Postal Code Type
4-digit numeric (SAPO)
Also Known As
Zip code, postcode, area code, post code
📍 Location Details
Suburb: NORTHGATE
Area: OLIVEDALE
Province: Gauteng
Country: South Africa
📬 Postal Codes
Street Code: 2188
PO Box Code: 2162
Issued by: South African Post Office (SAPO)
Format: 4-digit numeric
🚚 Courier & Delivery
Use code 2188 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 (2188) is used when addressing mail or parcels to a physical street address in NORTHGATE. This is the code to use on online shopping platforms, bank statements, courier bookings, and government forms.
The PO Box code (2162) is used exclusively when sending mail to a Post Office Box rented at the OLIVEDALE 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 NORTHGATE in OLIVEDALE, Gauteng.
About NORTHGATE, OLIVEDALE, Gauteng
NORTHGATE is a suburb or locality situated in the OLIVEDALE area of Gauteng, 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 NORTHGATE is 2188 for street addresses and 2162 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 NORTHGATE within the broader OLIVEDALE 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 NORTHGATE is 2188.
Frequently Asked Questions — NORTHGATE Postal Code
What is the postal code for NORTHGATE?
The postal code for NORTHGATE in OLIVEDALE, Gauteng is 2188 for street addresses and 2162 for PO Box addresses. These are 4-digit codes issued by the South African Post Office (SAPO).
What is the zip code for NORTHGATE?
South Africa uses postal codes rather than zip codes. The zip code equivalent for NORTHGATE, Gauteng is 2188. On international forms that ask for a zip code, enter 2188 if your address is a street address in NORTHGATE.
What is the PO Box postal code for NORTHGATE?
The PO Box postal code for NORTHGATE in OLIVEDALE is 2162. Use this code when your mailing address is a Post Office Box. For physical street addresses, use 2188 instead.
What area does NORTHGATE fall under?
NORTHGATE falls under the OLIVEDALE area in Gauteng, South Africa. It is assigned the postal code 2188 for street deliveries by SAPO.
Which province is NORTHGATE located in?
NORTHGATE is located in Gauteng, South Africa, within the OLIVEDALE area. Its street postal code is 2188.
What is the difference between a street code and a PO Box code?
A street code (2188 for NORTHGATE) is used for physical address deliveries. A PO Box code (2162) 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 NORTHGATE?
For online shopping deliveries including Takealot, Superbalist, Zando, and other SA retailers, enter 2188 when your delivery address is in NORTHGATE, OLIVEDALE, Gauteng.
Is the postal code for NORTHGATE 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 NORTHGATE is 2188 for street addresses. International forms requesting a zip code should be filled in with 2188.
How do I address a letter to NORTHGATE?
For a street address: write the recipient name, street number and street name, then NORTHGATE, OLIVEDALE, Gauteng, and end with 2188. For a PO Box, use 2162.
What is my postal code if I live in NORTHGATE?
If you live in NORTHGATE in OLIVEDALE, Gauteng, your postal code is 2188. Use this for government forms, banking, medical aid, insurance, and all official documents. If you receive mail via a PO Box, use 2162.
Can I use 2188 for courier deliveries to NORTHGATE?
Yes. For courier and parcel deliveries to a physical address in NORTHGATE, Gauteng, use 2188. All major South African couriers — The Courier Guy, Dawn Wing, DHL, PostNet — use this code to route deliveries into the OLIVEDALE area.
What is the postcode for NORTHGATE in South Africa?
The postcode for NORTHGATE in South Africa is 2188 (street address) or 2162 (PO Box). The terms postcode, postal code, and zip code are all used interchangeably in South Africa.
What postal code do I use for NORTHGATE on a government form?
For any South African government form, SARS submission, Home Affairs application, or municipality registration where your address is in NORTHGATE, OLIVEDALE, use the street postal code 2188.
How many digits is the postal code for NORTHGATE?
The postal code for NORTHGATE is a 4-digit number: 2188. 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 NORTHGATE in OLIVEDALE?
NORTHGATE is located within the OLIVEDALE postal delivery area of Gauteng. Browse our OLIVEDALE area postal codes page to find codes for nearby suburbs.
What is the postal code for OLIVEDALE in Gauteng?
Different suburbs within OLIVEDALE, Gauteng may have different postal codes. For NORTHGATE specifically, the street postal code is 2188. Visit our OLIVEDALE postal codes listing for all suburbs in this area.
What is the Gauteng postal code range?
Gauteng is served by multiple postal code ranges. NORTHGATE in OLIVEDALE uses 2188. Browse our Gauteng postal codes page to explore all codes in the province.
Is 2188 used for SARS and tax returns?
Yes. When completing a SARS eFiling tax return or any SARS correspondence for an address in NORTHGATE, OLIVEDALE, enter 2188 as your postal code.
What postal code do I use for NORTHGATE on online shopping sites?
Use 2188 for all online shopping deliveries to a physical address in NORTHGATE. This is recognised by Takealot, Checkers Sixty60, Pick n Pay, Woolworths, and all major SA online retailers.
Can I verify the NORTHGATE 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 NORTHGATE in OLIVEDALE, Gauteng is 2188 and the PO Box code is 2162.
Note: Postal code information for NORTHGATE is sourced from the South African Post Office (SAPO). Always confirm codes directly with SAPO for critical correspondence.
More About NORTHGATE Postal Code — OLIVEDALE, Gauteng
1. What is the physical postal code of NORTHGATE?
The physical street postal code of NORTHGATE is 2188. This code covers all street-addressed properties in NORTHGATE, OLIVEDALE, Gauteng, South Africa. It is a 4-digit number assigned by the South African Post Office.
2. What is the zip code for NORTHGATE, Gauteng?
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 NORTHGATE in Gauteng is 2188. On international websites and forms that ask for a zip code, enter 2188.
3. What postal code does NORTHGATE use for banking and insurance?
For all banking, insurance, and financial service registrations where your address is in NORTHGATE, OLIVEDALE, use the street code 2188. 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 NORTHGATE?
The post code for NORTHGATE is 2188 for street addresses in OLIVEDALE, Gauteng. If you are posting to a PO Box in NORTHGATE, the post code is 2162. South African post codes are always 4 digits.
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