Use for all physical street address deliveries, online shopping, courier bookings, and official forms.
PO Box Code
4240
Use when addressing mail to a Post Office Box in PELICAN ROAD at the PORT SHEPSTONE Post Office.
Detail
Information
Suburb / Locality
PELICAN ROAD
Area / Town
PORT SHEPSTONE
Province
Free State
Country
South Africa
Street Postal Code
4240
PO Box Postal Code
4240
Postal Code Type
4-digit numeric (SAPO)
Also Known As
Zip code, postcode, area code, post code
📍 Location Details
Suburb: PELICAN ROAD
Area: PORT SHEPSTONE
Province: Free State
Country: South Africa
📬 Postal Codes
Street Code: 4240
PO Box Code: 4240
Issued by: South African Post Office (SAPO)
Format: 4-digit numeric
🚚 Courier & Delivery
Use code 4240 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 (4240) is used when addressing mail or parcels to a physical street address in PELICAN ROAD. This is the code to use on online shopping platforms, bank statements, courier bookings, and government forms.
The PO Box code (4240) is used exclusively when sending mail to a Post Office Box rented at the PORT SHEPSTONE 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 PELICAN ROAD in PORT SHEPSTONE, Free State.
About PELICAN ROAD, PORT SHEPSTONE, Free State
PELICAN ROAD is a suburb or locality situated in the PORT SHEPSTONE area of Free State, 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 PELICAN ROAD is 4240 for street addresses and 4240 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 PELICAN ROAD within the broader PORT SHEPSTONE 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 PELICAN ROAD is 4240.
Frequently Asked Questions — PELICAN ROAD Postal Code
What is the postal code for PELICAN ROAD?
The postal code for PELICAN ROAD in PORT SHEPSTONE, Free State is 4240 for street addresses and 4240 for PO Box addresses. These are 4-digit codes issued by the South African Post Office (SAPO).
What is the zip code for PELICAN ROAD?
South Africa uses postal codes rather than zip codes. The zip code equivalent for PELICAN ROAD, Free State is 4240. On international forms that ask for a zip code, enter 4240 if your address is a street address in PELICAN ROAD.
What is the PO Box postal code for PELICAN ROAD?
The PO Box postal code for PELICAN ROAD in PORT SHEPSTONE is 4240. Use this code when your mailing address is a Post Office Box. For physical street addresses, use 4240 instead.
What area does PELICAN ROAD fall under?
PELICAN ROAD falls under the PORT SHEPSTONE area in Free State, South Africa. It is assigned the postal code 4240 for street deliveries by SAPO.
Which province is PELICAN ROAD located in?
PELICAN ROAD is located in Free State, South Africa, within the PORT SHEPSTONE area. Its street postal code is 4240.
What is the difference between a street code and a PO Box code?
A street code (4240 for PELICAN ROAD) is used for physical address deliveries. A PO Box code (4240) 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 PELICAN ROAD?
For online shopping deliveries including Takealot, Superbalist, Zando, and other SA retailers, enter 4240 when your delivery address is in PELICAN ROAD, PORT SHEPSTONE, Free State.
Is the postal code for PELICAN ROAD 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 PELICAN ROAD is 4240 for street addresses. International forms requesting a zip code should be filled in with 4240.
How do I address a letter to PELICAN ROAD?
For a street address: write the recipient name, street number and street name, then PELICAN ROAD, PORT SHEPSTONE, Free State, and end with 4240. For a PO Box, use 4240.
What is my postal code if I live in PELICAN ROAD?
If you live in PELICAN ROAD in PORT SHEPSTONE, Free State, your postal code is 4240. Use this for government forms, banking, medical aid, insurance, and all official documents. If you receive mail via a PO Box, use 4240.
Can I use 4240 for courier deliveries to PELICAN ROAD?
Yes. For courier and parcel deliveries to a physical address in PELICAN ROAD, Free State, use 4240. All major South African couriers — The Courier Guy, Dawn Wing, DHL, PostNet — use this code to route deliveries into the PORT SHEPSTONE area.
What is the postcode for PELICAN ROAD in South Africa?
The postcode for PELICAN ROAD in South Africa is 4240 (street address) or 4240 (PO Box). The terms postcode, postal code, and zip code are all used interchangeably in South Africa.
What postal code do I use for PELICAN ROAD on a government form?
For any South African government form, SARS submission, Home Affairs application, or municipality registration where your address is in PELICAN ROAD, PORT SHEPSTONE, use the street postal code 4240.
How many digits is the postal code for PELICAN ROAD?
The postal code for PELICAN ROAD is a 4-digit number: 4240. 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 PELICAN ROAD in PORT SHEPSTONE?
PELICAN ROAD is located within the PORT SHEPSTONE postal delivery area of Free State. Browse our PORT SHEPSTONE area postal codes page to find codes for nearby suburbs.
What is the postal code for PORT SHEPSTONE in Free State?
Different suburbs within PORT SHEPSTONE, Free State may have different postal codes. For PELICAN ROAD specifically, the street postal code is 4240. Visit our PORT SHEPSTONE postal codes listing for all suburbs in this area.
What is the Free State postal code range?
Free State is served by multiple postal code ranges. PELICAN ROAD in PORT SHEPSTONE uses 4240. Browse our Free State postal codes page to explore all codes in the province.
Is 4240 used for SARS and tax returns?
Yes. When completing a SARS eFiling tax return or any SARS correspondence for an address in PELICAN ROAD, PORT SHEPSTONE, enter 4240 as your postal code.
What postal code do I use for PELICAN ROAD on online shopping sites?
Use 4240 for all online shopping deliveries to a physical address in PELICAN ROAD. This is recognised by Takealot, Checkers Sixty60, Pick n Pay, Woolworths, and all major SA online retailers.
Can I verify the PELICAN ROAD 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 PELICAN ROAD in PORT SHEPSTONE, Free State is 4240 and the PO Box code is 4240.
Note: Postal code information for PELICAN ROAD is sourced from the South African Post Office (SAPO). Always confirm codes directly with SAPO for critical correspondence.
More About PELICAN ROAD Postal Code — PORT SHEPSTONE, Free State
1. What is the physical postal code of PELICAN ROAD?
The physical street postal code of PELICAN ROAD is 4240. This code covers all street-addressed properties in PELICAN ROAD, PORT SHEPSTONE, Free State, South Africa. It is a 4-digit number assigned by the South African Post Office.
2. What is the zip code for PELICAN ROAD, Free State?
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 PELICAN ROAD in Free State is 4240. On international websites and forms that ask for a zip code, enter 4240.
3. What postal code does PELICAN ROAD use for banking and insurance?
For all banking, insurance, and financial service registrations where your address is in PELICAN ROAD, PORT SHEPSTONE, use the street code 4240. 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 PELICAN ROAD?
The post code for PELICAN ROAD is 4240 for street addresses in PORT SHEPSTONE, Free State. If you are posting to a PO Box in PELICAN ROAD, the post code is 4240. South African post codes are always 4 digits.
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