Use for all physical street address deliveries, online shopping, courier bookings, and official forms.
PO Box Code
Use when addressing mail to a Post Office Box in RIVERSIDE at the PRETORIA Post Office.
Detail
Information
Suburb / Locality
RIVERSIDE
Area / Town
PRETORIA
Province
Northern Cape
Country
South Africa
Street Postal Code
0186
PO Box Postal Code
Postal Code Type
4-digit numeric (SAPO)
Also Known As
Zip code, postcode, area code, post code
📍 Location Details
Suburb: RIVERSIDE
Area: PRETORIA
Province: Northern Cape
Country: South Africa
📬 Postal Codes
Street Code: 0186
PO Box Code:
Issued by: South African Post Office (SAPO)
Format: 4-digit numeric
🚚 Courier & Delivery
Use code 0186 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 (0186) is used when addressing mail or parcels to a physical street address in RIVERSIDE. This is the code to use on online shopping platforms, bank statements, courier bookings, and government forms.
The PO Box code () is used exclusively when sending mail to a Post Office Box rented at the PRETORIA 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 RIVERSIDE in PRETORIA, Northern Cape.
About RIVERSIDE, PRETORIA, Northern Cape
RIVERSIDE is a suburb or locality situated in the PRETORIA area of Northern 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 RIVERSIDE is 0186 for street addresses and 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 RIVERSIDE within the broader PRETORIA 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 RIVERSIDE is 0186.
Frequently Asked Questions — RIVERSIDE Postal Code
What is the postal code for RIVERSIDE?
The postal code for RIVERSIDE in PRETORIA, Northern Cape is 0186 for street addresses and for PO Box addresses. These are 4-digit codes issued by the South African Post Office (SAPO).
What is the zip code for RIVERSIDE?
South Africa uses postal codes rather than zip codes. The zip code equivalent for RIVERSIDE, Northern Cape is 0186. On international forms that ask for a zip code, enter 0186 if your address is a street address in RIVERSIDE.
What is the PO Box postal code for RIVERSIDE?
The PO Box postal code for RIVERSIDE in PRETORIA is . Use this code when your mailing address is a Post Office Box. For physical street addresses, use 0186 instead.
What area does RIVERSIDE fall under?
RIVERSIDE falls under the PRETORIA area in Northern Cape, South Africa. It is assigned the postal code 0186 for street deliveries by SAPO.
Which province is RIVERSIDE located in?
RIVERSIDE is located in Northern Cape, South Africa, within the PRETORIA area. Its street postal code is 0186.
What is the difference between a street code and a PO Box code?
A street code (0186 for RIVERSIDE) is used for physical address deliveries. A PO Box code () 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 RIVERSIDE?
For online shopping deliveries including Takealot, Superbalist, Zando, and other SA retailers, enter 0186 when your delivery address is in RIVERSIDE, PRETORIA, Northern Cape.
Is the postal code for RIVERSIDE 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 RIVERSIDE is 0186 for street addresses. International forms requesting a zip code should be filled in with 0186.
How do I address a letter to RIVERSIDE?
For a street address: write the recipient name, street number and street name, then RIVERSIDE, PRETORIA, Northern Cape, and end with 0186. For a PO Box, use .
What is my postal code if I live in RIVERSIDE?
If you live in RIVERSIDE in PRETORIA, Northern Cape, your postal code is 0186. Use this for government forms, banking, medical aid, insurance, and all official documents. If you receive mail via a PO Box, use .
Can I use 0186 for courier deliveries to RIVERSIDE?
Yes. For courier and parcel deliveries to a physical address in RIVERSIDE, Northern Cape, use 0186. All major South African couriers — The Courier Guy, Dawn Wing, DHL, PostNet — use this code to route deliveries into the PRETORIA area.
What is the postcode for RIVERSIDE in South Africa?
The postcode for RIVERSIDE in South Africa is 0186 (street address) or (PO Box). The terms postcode, postal code, and zip code are all used interchangeably in South Africa.
What postal code do I use for RIVERSIDE on a government form?
For any South African government form, SARS submission, Home Affairs application, or municipality registration where your address is in RIVERSIDE, PRETORIA, use the street postal code 0186.
How many digits is the postal code for RIVERSIDE?
The postal code for RIVERSIDE is a 4-digit number: 0186. 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 RIVERSIDE in PRETORIA?
RIVERSIDE is located within the PRETORIA postal delivery area of Northern Cape. Browse our PRETORIA area postal codes page to find codes for nearby suburbs.
What is the postal code for PRETORIA in Northern Cape?
Different suburbs within PRETORIA, Northern Cape may have different postal codes. For RIVERSIDE specifically, the street postal code is 0186. Visit our PRETORIA postal codes listing for all suburbs in this area.
What is the Northern Cape postal code range?
Northern Cape is served by multiple postal code ranges. RIVERSIDE in PRETORIA uses 0186. Browse our Northern Cape postal codes page to explore all codes in the province.
Is 0186 used for SARS and tax returns?
Yes. When completing a SARS eFiling tax return or any SARS correspondence for an address in RIVERSIDE, PRETORIA, enter 0186 as your postal code.
What postal code do I use for RIVERSIDE on online shopping sites?
Use 0186 for all online shopping deliveries to a physical address in RIVERSIDE. This is recognised by Takealot, Checkers Sixty60, Pick n Pay, Woolworths, and all major SA online retailers.
Can I verify the RIVERSIDE 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 RIVERSIDE in PRETORIA, Northern Cape is 0186 and the PO Box code is .
Note: Postal code information for RIVERSIDE is sourced from the South African Post Office (SAPO). Always confirm codes directly with SAPO for critical correspondence.
More About RIVERSIDE Postal Code — PRETORIA, Northern Cape
1. What is the physical postal code of RIVERSIDE?
The physical street postal code of RIVERSIDE is 0186. This code covers all street-addressed properties in RIVERSIDE, PRETORIA, Northern Cape, South Africa. It is a 4-digit number assigned by the South African Post Office.
2. What is the zip code for RIVERSIDE, Northern 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 RIVERSIDE in Northern Cape is 0186. On international websites and forms that ask for a zip code, enter 0186.
3. What postal code does RIVERSIDE use for banking and insurance?
For all banking, insurance, and financial service registrations where your address is in RIVERSIDE, PRETORIA, use the street code 0186. 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 RIVERSIDE?
The post code for RIVERSIDE is 0186 for street addresses in PRETORIA, Northern Cape. If you are posting to a PO Box in RIVERSIDE, the post code is . South African post codes are always 4 digits.
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