Use for all physical street address deliveries, online shopping, courier bookings, and official forms.
PO Box Code
0405
Use when addressing mail to a Post Office Box in SWARTDAM at the HAMMANSKRAAL Post Office.
Detail
Information
Suburb / Locality
SWARTDAM
Area / Town
HAMMANSKRAAL
Province
Gauteng
Country
South Africa
Street Postal Code
0405
PO Box Postal Code
0405
Postal Code Type
4-digit numeric (SAPO)
Also Known As
Zip code, postcode, area code, post code
📍 Location Details
Suburb: SWARTDAM
Area: HAMMANSKRAAL
Province: Gauteng
Country: South Africa
📬 Postal Codes
Street Code: 0405
PO Box Code: 0405
Issued by: South African Post Office (SAPO)
Format: 4-digit numeric
🚚 Courier & Delivery
Use code 0405 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 (0405) is used when addressing mail or parcels to a physical street address in SWARTDAM. This is the code to use on online shopping platforms, bank statements, courier bookings, and government forms.
The PO Box code (0405) is used exclusively when sending mail to a Post Office Box rented at the HAMMANSKRAAL 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 SWARTDAM in HAMMANSKRAAL, Gauteng.
About SWARTDAM, HAMMANSKRAAL, Gauteng
SWARTDAM is a suburb or locality situated in the HAMMANSKRAAL 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 SWARTDAM is 0405 for street addresses and 0405 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 SWARTDAM within the broader HAMMANSKRAAL 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 SWARTDAM is 0405.
Frequently Asked Questions — SWARTDAM Postal Code
What is the postal code for SWARTDAM?
The postal code for SWARTDAM in HAMMANSKRAAL, Gauteng is 0405 for street addresses and 0405 for PO Box addresses. These are 4-digit codes issued by the South African Post Office (SAPO).
What is the zip code for SWARTDAM?
South Africa uses postal codes rather than zip codes. The zip code equivalent for SWARTDAM, Gauteng is 0405. On international forms that ask for a zip code, enter 0405 if your address is a street address in SWARTDAM.
What is the PO Box postal code for SWARTDAM?
The PO Box postal code for SWARTDAM in HAMMANSKRAAL is 0405. Use this code when your mailing address is a Post Office Box. For physical street addresses, use 0405 instead.
What area does SWARTDAM fall under?
SWARTDAM falls under the HAMMANSKRAAL area in Gauteng, South Africa. It is assigned the postal code 0405 for street deliveries by SAPO.
Which province is SWARTDAM located in?
SWARTDAM is located in Gauteng, South Africa, within the HAMMANSKRAAL area. Its street postal code is 0405.
What is the difference between a street code and a PO Box code?
A street code (0405 for SWARTDAM) is used for physical address deliveries. A PO Box code (0405) 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 SWARTDAM?
For online shopping deliveries including Takealot, Superbalist, Zando, and other SA retailers, enter 0405 when your delivery address is in SWARTDAM, HAMMANSKRAAL, Gauteng.
Is the postal code for SWARTDAM 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 SWARTDAM is 0405 for street addresses. International forms requesting a zip code should be filled in with 0405.
How do I address a letter to SWARTDAM?
For a street address: write the recipient name, street number and street name, then SWARTDAM, HAMMANSKRAAL, Gauteng, and end with 0405. For a PO Box, use 0405.
What is my postal code if I live in SWARTDAM?
If you live in SWARTDAM in HAMMANSKRAAL, Gauteng, your postal code is 0405. Use this for government forms, banking, medical aid, insurance, and all official documents. If you receive mail via a PO Box, use 0405.
Can I use 0405 for courier deliveries to SWARTDAM?
Yes. For courier and parcel deliveries to a physical address in SWARTDAM, Gauteng, use 0405. All major South African couriers — The Courier Guy, Dawn Wing, DHL, PostNet — use this code to route deliveries into the HAMMANSKRAAL area.
What is the postcode for SWARTDAM in South Africa?
The postcode for SWARTDAM in South Africa is 0405 (street address) or 0405 (PO Box). The terms postcode, postal code, and zip code are all used interchangeably in South Africa.
What postal code do I use for SWARTDAM on a government form?
For any South African government form, SARS submission, Home Affairs application, or municipality registration where your address is in SWARTDAM, HAMMANSKRAAL, use the street postal code 0405.
How many digits is the postal code for SWARTDAM?
The postal code for SWARTDAM is a 4-digit number: 0405. 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 SWARTDAM in HAMMANSKRAAL?
SWARTDAM is located within the HAMMANSKRAAL postal delivery area of Gauteng. Browse our HAMMANSKRAAL area postal codes page to find codes for nearby suburbs.
What is the postal code for HAMMANSKRAAL in Gauteng?
Different suburbs within HAMMANSKRAAL, Gauteng may have different postal codes. For SWARTDAM specifically, the street postal code is 0405. Visit our HAMMANSKRAAL postal codes listing for all suburbs in this area.
What is the Gauteng postal code range?
Gauteng is served by multiple postal code ranges. SWARTDAM in HAMMANSKRAAL uses 0405. Browse our Gauteng postal codes page to explore all codes in the province.
Is 0405 used for SARS and tax returns?
Yes. When completing a SARS eFiling tax return or any SARS correspondence for an address in SWARTDAM, HAMMANSKRAAL, enter 0405 as your postal code.
What postal code do I use for SWARTDAM on online shopping sites?
Use 0405 for all online shopping deliveries to a physical address in SWARTDAM. This is recognised by Takealot, Checkers Sixty60, Pick n Pay, Woolworths, and all major SA online retailers.
Can I verify the SWARTDAM 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 SWARTDAM in HAMMANSKRAAL, Gauteng is 0405 and the PO Box code is 0405.
Note: Postal code information for SWARTDAM is sourced from the South African Post Office (SAPO). Always confirm codes directly with SAPO for critical correspondence.
More About SWARTDAM Postal Code — HAMMANSKRAAL, Gauteng
1. What is the physical postal code of SWARTDAM?
The physical street postal code of SWARTDAM is 0405. This code covers all street-addressed properties in SWARTDAM, HAMMANSKRAAL, Gauteng, South Africa. It is a 4-digit number assigned by the South African Post Office.
2. What is the zip code for SWARTDAM, 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 SWARTDAM in Gauteng is 0405. On international websites and forms that ask for a zip code, enter 0405.
3. What postal code does SWARTDAM use for banking and insurance?
For all banking, insurance, and financial service registrations where your address is in SWARTDAM, HAMMANSKRAAL, use the street code 0405. 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 SWARTDAM?
The post code for SWARTDAM is 0405 for street addresses in HAMMANSKRAAL, Gauteng. If you are posting to a PO Box in SWARTDAM, the post code is 0405. South African post codes are always 4 digits.
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