Use for all physical street address deliveries, online shopping, courier bookings, and official forms.
PO Box Code
5080
Use when addressing mail to a Post Office Box in PATANKALA at the MQANDULI Post Office.
Detail
Information
Suburb / Locality
PATANKALA
Area / Town
MQANDULI
Province
Gauteng
Country
South Africa
Street Postal Code
PO Box Postal Code
5080
Postal Code Type
4-digit numeric (SAPO)
Also Known As
Zip code, postcode, area code, post code
📍 Location Details
Suburb: PATANKALA
Area: MQANDULI
Province: Gauteng
Country: South Africa
📬 Postal Codes
Street Code:
PO Box Code: 5080
Issued by: South African Post Office (SAPO)
Format: 4-digit numeric
🚚 Courier & Delivery
Use code 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 () is used when addressing mail or parcels to a physical street address in PATANKALA. This is the code to use on online shopping platforms, bank statements, courier bookings, and government forms.
The PO Box code (5080) is used exclusively when sending mail to a Post Office Box rented at the MQANDULI 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 PATANKALA in MQANDULI, Gauteng.
About PATANKALA, MQANDULI, Gauteng
PATANKALA is a suburb or locality situated in the MQANDULI 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 PATANKALA is for street addresses and 5080 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 PATANKALA within the broader MQANDULI 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 PATANKALA is .
Frequently Asked Questions — PATANKALA Postal Code
What is the postal code for PATANKALA?
The postal code for PATANKALA in MQANDULI, Gauteng is for street addresses and 5080 for PO Box addresses. These are 4-digit codes issued by the South African Post Office (SAPO).
What is the zip code for PATANKALA?
South Africa uses postal codes rather than zip codes. The zip code equivalent for PATANKALA, Gauteng is . On international forms that ask for a zip code, enter if your address is a street address in PATANKALA.
What is the PO Box postal code for PATANKALA?
The PO Box postal code for PATANKALA in MQANDULI is 5080. Use this code when your mailing address is a Post Office Box. For physical street addresses, use instead.
What area does PATANKALA fall under?
PATANKALA falls under the MQANDULI area in Gauteng, South Africa. It is assigned the postal code for street deliveries by SAPO.
Which province is PATANKALA located in?
PATANKALA is located in Gauteng, South Africa, within the MQANDULI area. Its street postal code is .
What is the difference between a street code and a PO Box code?
A street code ( for PATANKALA) is used for physical address deliveries. A PO Box code (5080) 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 PATANKALA?
For online shopping deliveries including Takealot, Superbalist, Zando, and other SA retailers, enter when your delivery address is in PATANKALA, MQANDULI, Gauteng.
Is the postal code for PATANKALA 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 PATANKALA is for street addresses. International forms requesting a zip code should be filled in with .
How do I address a letter to PATANKALA?
For a street address: write the recipient name, street number and street name, then PATANKALA, MQANDULI, Gauteng, and end with . For a PO Box, use 5080.
What is my postal code if I live in PATANKALA?
If you live in PATANKALA in MQANDULI, Gauteng, your postal code is . Use this for government forms, banking, medical aid, insurance, and all official documents. If you receive mail via a PO Box, use 5080.
Can I use for courier deliveries to PATANKALA?
Yes. For courier and parcel deliveries to a physical address in PATANKALA, Gauteng, use . All major South African couriers — The Courier Guy, Dawn Wing, DHL, PostNet — use this code to route deliveries into the MQANDULI area.
What is the postcode for PATANKALA in South Africa?
The postcode for PATANKALA in South Africa is (street address) or 5080 (PO Box). The terms postcode, postal code, and zip code are all used interchangeably in South Africa.
What postal code do I use for PATANKALA on a government form?
For any South African government form, SARS submission, Home Affairs application, or municipality registration where your address is in PATANKALA, MQANDULI, use the street postal code .
How many digits is the postal code for PATANKALA?
The postal code for PATANKALA is a 4-digit number: . 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 PATANKALA in MQANDULI?
PATANKALA is located within the MQANDULI postal delivery area of Gauteng. Browse our MQANDULI area postal codes page to find codes for nearby suburbs.
What is the postal code for MQANDULI in Gauteng?
Different suburbs within MQANDULI, Gauteng may have different postal codes. For PATANKALA specifically, the street postal code is . Visit our MQANDULI postal codes listing for all suburbs in this area.
What is the Gauteng postal code range?
Gauteng is served by multiple postal code ranges. PATANKALA in MQANDULI uses . Browse our Gauteng postal codes page to explore all codes in the province.
Is used for SARS and tax returns?
Yes. When completing a SARS eFiling tax return or any SARS correspondence for an address in PATANKALA, MQANDULI, enter as your postal code.
What postal code do I use for PATANKALA on online shopping sites?
Use for all online shopping deliveries to a physical address in PATANKALA. This is recognised by Takealot, Checkers Sixty60, Pick n Pay, Woolworths, and all major SA online retailers.
Can I verify the PATANKALA 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 PATANKALA in MQANDULI, Gauteng is and the PO Box code is 5080.
Note: Postal code information for PATANKALA is sourced from the South African Post Office (SAPO). Always confirm codes directly with SAPO for critical correspondence.
More About PATANKALA Postal Code — MQANDULI, Gauteng
1. What is the physical postal code of PATANKALA?
The physical street postal code of PATANKALA is . This code covers all street-addressed properties in PATANKALA, MQANDULI, Gauteng, South Africa. It is a 4-digit number assigned by the South African Post Office.
2. What is the zip code for PATANKALA, 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 PATANKALA in Gauteng is . On international websites and forms that ask for a zip code, enter .
3. What postal code does PATANKALA use for banking and insurance?
For all banking, insurance, and financial service registrations where your address is in PATANKALA, MQANDULI, use the street code . 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 PATANKALA?
The post code for PATANKALA is for street addresses in MQANDULI, Gauteng. If you are posting to a PO Box in PATANKALA, the post code is 5080. South African post codes are always 4 digits.
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