Use for all physical street address deliveries, online shopping, courier bookings, and official forms.
PO Box Code
1814
Use when addressing mail to a Post Office Box in PROTEA-SUID at the TSHIAWELO Post Office.
Detail
Information
Suburb / Locality
PROTEA-SUID
Area / Town
TSHIAWELO
Province
Western Cape
Country
South Africa
Street Postal Code
1818
PO Box Postal Code
1814
Postal Code Type
4-digit numeric (SAPO)
Also Known As
Zip code, postcode, area code, post code
📍 Location Details
Suburb: PROTEA-SUID
Area: TSHIAWELO
Province: Western Cape
Country: South Africa
📬 Postal Codes
Street Code: 1818
PO Box Code: 1814
Issued by: South African Post Office (SAPO)
Format: 4-digit numeric
🚚 Courier & Delivery
Use code 1818 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 (1818) is used when addressing mail or parcels to a physical street address in PROTEA-SUID. This is the code to use on online shopping platforms, bank statements, courier bookings, and government forms.
The PO Box code (1814) is used exclusively when sending mail to a Post Office Box rented at the TSHIAWELO 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 PROTEA-SUID in TSHIAWELO, Western Cape.
About PROTEA-SUID, TSHIAWELO, Western Cape
PROTEA-SUID is a suburb or locality situated in the TSHIAWELO area of Western 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 PROTEA-SUID is 1818 for street addresses and 1814 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 PROTEA-SUID within the broader TSHIAWELO 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 PROTEA-SUID is 1818.
Frequently Asked Questions — PROTEA-SUID Postal Code
What is the postal code for PROTEA-SUID?
The postal code for PROTEA-SUID in TSHIAWELO, Western Cape is 1818 for street addresses and 1814 for PO Box addresses. These are 4-digit codes issued by the South African Post Office (SAPO).
What is the zip code for PROTEA-SUID?
South Africa uses postal codes rather than zip codes. The zip code equivalent for PROTEA-SUID, Western Cape is 1818. On international forms that ask for a zip code, enter 1818 if your address is a street address in PROTEA-SUID.
What is the PO Box postal code for PROTEA-SUID?
The PO Box postal code for PROTEA-SUID in TSHIAWELO is 1814. Use this code when your mailing address is a Post Office Box. For physical street addresses, use 1818 instead.
What area does PROTEA-SUID fall under?
PROTEA-SUID falls under the TSHIAWELO area in Western Cape, South Africa. It is assigned the postal code 1818 for street deliveries by SAPO.
Which province is PROTEA-SUID located in?
PROTEA-SUID is located in Western Cape, South Africa, within the TSHIAWELO area. Its street postal code is 1818.
What is the difference between a street code and a PO Box code?
A street code (1818 for PROTEA-SUID) is used for physical address deliveries. A PO Box code (1814) 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 PROTEA-SUID?
For online shopping deliveries including Takealot, Superbalist, Zando, and other SA retailers, enter 1818 when your delivery address is in PROTEA-SUID, TSHIAWELO, Western Cape.
Is the postal code for PROTEA-SUID 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 PROTEA-SUID is 1818 for street addresses. International forms requesting a zip code should be filled in with 1818.
How do I address a letter to PROTEA-SUID?
For a street address: write the recipient name, street number and street name, then PROTEA-SUID, TSHIAWELO, Western Cape, and end with 1818. For a PO Box, use 1814.
What is my postal code if I live in PROTEA-SUID?
If you live in PROTEA-SUID in TSHIAWELO, Western Cape, your postal code is 1818. Use this for government forms, banking, medical aid, insurance, and all official documents. If you receive mail via a PO Box, use 1814.
Can I use 1818 for courier deliveries to PROTEA-SUID?
Yes. For courier and parcel deliveries to a physical address in PROTEA-SUID, Western Cape, use 1818. All major South African couriers — The Courier Guy, Dawn Wing, DHL, PostNet — use this code to route deliveries into the TSHIAWELO area.
What is the postcode for PROTEA-SUID in South Africa?
The postcode for PROTEA-SUID in South Africa is 1818 (street address) or 1814 (PO Box). The terms postcode, postal code, and zip code are all used interchangeably in South Africa.
What postal code do I use for PROTEA-SUID on a government form?
For any South African government form, SARS submission, Home Affairs application, or municipality registration where your address is in PROTEA-SUID, TSHIAWELO, use the street postal code 1818.
How many digits is the postal code for PROTEA-SUID?
The postal code for PROTEA-SUID is a 4-digit number: 1818. 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 PROTEA-SUID in TSHIAWELO?
PROTEA-SUID is located within the TSHIAWELO postal delivery area of Western Cape. Browse our TSHIAWELO area postal codes page to find codes for nearby suburbs.
What is the postal code for TSHIAWELO in Western Cape?
Different suburbs within TSHIAWELO, Western Cape may have different postal codes. For PROTEA-SUID specifically, the street postal code is 1818. Visit our TSHIAWELO postal codes listing for all suburbs in this area.
What is the Western Cape postal code range?
Western Cape is served by multiple postal code ranges. PROTEA-SUID in TSHIAWELO uses 1818. Browse our Western Cape postal codes page to explore all codes in the province.
Is 1818 used for SARS and tax returns?
Yes. When completing a SARS eFiling tax return or any SARS correspondence for an address in PROTEA-SUID, TSHIAWELO, enter 1818 as your postal code.
What postal code do I use for PROTEA-SUID on online shopping sites?
Use 1818 for all online shopping deliveries to a physical address in PROTEA-SUID. This is recognised by Takealot, Checkers Sixty60, Pick n Pay, Woolworths, and all major SA online retailers.
Can I verify the PROTEA-SUID 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 PROTEA-SUID in TSHIAWELO, Western Cape is 1818 and the PO Box code is 1814.
Note: Postal code information for PROTEA-SUID is sourced from the South African Post Office (SAPO). Always confirm codes directly with SAPO for critical correspondence.
More About PROTEA-SUID Postal Code — TSHIAWELO, Western Cape
1. What is the physical postal code of PROTEA-SUID?
The physical street postal code of PROTEA-SUID is 1818. This code covers all street-addressed properties in PROTEA-SUID, TSHIAWELO, Western Cape, South Africa. It is a 4-digit number assigned by the South African Post Office.
2. What is the zip code for PROTEA-SUID, Western 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 PROTEA-SUID in Western Cape is 1818. On international websites and forms that ask for a zip code, enter 1818.
3. What postal code does PROTEA-SUID use for banking and insurance?
For all banking, insurance, and financial service registrations where your address is in PROTEA-SUID, TSHIAWELO, use the street code 1818. 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 PROTEA-SUID?
The post code for PROTEA-SUID is 1818 for street addresses in TSHIAWELO, Western Cape. If you are posting to a PO Box in PROTEA-SUID, the post code is 1814. South African post codes are always 4 digits.
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