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 WESTGATE at the MITCHELLS PLAIN Post Office.
Detail
Information
Suburb / Locality
WESTGATE
Area / Town
MITCHELLS PLAIN
Province
KwaZulu-Natal
Country
South Africa
Street Postal Code
7785
PO Box Postal Code
Postal Code Type
4-digit numeric (SAPO)
Also Known As
Zip code, postcode, area code, post code
📍 Location Details
Suburb: WESTGATE
Area: MITCHELLS PLAIN
Province: KwaZulu-Natal
Country: South Africa
📬 Postal Codes
Street Code: 7785
PO Box Code:
Issued by: South African Post Office (SAPO)
Format: 4-digit numeric
🚚 Courier & Delivery
Use code 7785 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 (7785) is used when addressing mail or parcels to a physical street address in WESTGATE. 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 MITCHELLS PLAIN 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 WESTGATE in MITCHELLS PLAIN, KwaZulu-Natal.
About WESTGATE, MITCHELLS PLAIN, KwaZulu-Natal
WESTGATE is a suburb or locality situated in the MITCHELLS PLAIN area of KwaZulu-Natal, 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 WESTGATE is 7785 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 WESTGATE within the broader MITCHELLS PLAIN 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 WESTGATE is 7785.
Frequently Asked Questions — WESTGATE Postal Code
What is the postal code for WESTGATE?
The postal code for WESTGATE in MITCHELLS PLAIN, KwaZulu-Natal is 7785 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 WESTGATE?
South Africa uses postal codes rather than zip codes. The zip code equivalent for WESTGATE, KwaZulu-Natal is 7785. On international forms that ask for a zip code, enter 7785 if your address is a street address in WESTGATE.
What is the PO Box postal code for WESTGATE?
The PO Box postal code for WESTGATE in MITCHELLS PLAIN is . Use this code when your mailing address is a Post Office Box. For physical street addresses, use 7785 instead.
What area does WESTGATE fall under?
WESTGATE falls under the MITCHELLS PLAIN area in KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa. It is assigned the postal code 7785 for street deliveries by SAPO.
Which province is WESTGATE located in?
WESTGATE is located in KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa, within the MITCHELLS PLAIN area. Its street postal code is 7785.
What is the difference between a street code and a PO Box code?
A street code (7785 for WESTGATE) 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 WESTGATE?
For online shopping deliveries including Takealot, Superbalist, Zando, and other SA retailers, enter 7785 when your delivery address is in WESTGATE, MITCHELLS PLAIN, KwaZulu-Natal.
Is the postal code for WESTGATE 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 WESTGATE is 7785 for street addresses. International forms requesting a zip code should be filled in with 7785.
How do I address a letter to WESTGATE?
For a street address: write the recipient name, street number and street name, then WESTGATE, MITCHELLS PLAIN, KwaZulu-Natal, and end with 7785. For a PO Box, use .
What is my postal code if I live in WESTGATE?
If you live in WESTGATE in MITCHELLS PLAIN, KwaZulu-Natal, your postal code is 7785. 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 7785 for courier deliveries to WESTGATE?
Yes. For courier and parcel deliveries to a physical address in WESTGATE, KwaZulu-Natal, use 7785. All major South African couriers — The Courier Guy, Dawn Wing, DHL, PostNet — use this code to route deliveries into the MITCHELLS PLAIN area.
What is the postcode for WESTGATE in South Africa?
The postcode for WESTGATE in South Africa is 7785 (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 WESTGATE on a government form?
For any South African government form, SARS submission, Home Affairs application, or municipality registration where your address is in WESTGATE, MITCHELLS PLAIN, use the street postal code 7785.
How many digits is the postal code for WESTGATE?
The postal code for WESTGATE is a 4-digit number: 7785. 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 WESTGATE in MITCHELLS PLAIN?
WESTGATE is located within the MITCHELLS PLAIN postal delivery area of KwaZulu-Natal. Browse our MITCHELLS PLAIN area postal codes page to find codes for nearby suburbs.
What is the postal code for MITCHELLS PLAIN in KwaZulu-Natal?
Different suburbs within MITCHELLS PLAIN, KwaZulu-Natal may have different postal codes. For WESTGATE specifically, the street postal code is 7785. Visit our MITCHELLS PLAIN postal codes listing for all suburbs in this area.
What is the KwaZulu-Natal postal code range?
KwaZulu-Natal is served by multiple postal code ranges. WESTGATE in MITCHELLS PLAIN uses 7785. Browse our KwaZulu-Natal postal codes page to explore all codes in the province.
Is 7785 used for SARS and tax returns?
Yes. When completing a SARS eFiling tax return or any SARS correspondence for an address in WESTGATE, MITCHELLS PLAIN, enter 7785 as your postal code.
What postal code do I use for WESTGATE on online shopping sites?
Use 7785 for all online shopping deliveries to a physical address in WESTGATE. This is recognised by Takealot, Checkers Sixty60, Pick n Pay, Woolworths, and all major SA online retailers.
Can I verify the WESTGATE 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 WESTGATE in MITCHELLS PLAIN, KwaZulu-Natal is 7785 and the PO Box code is .
Note: Postal code information for WESTGATE is sourced from the South African Post Office (SAPO). Always confirm codes directly with SAPO for critical correspondence.
More About WESTGATE Postal Code — MITCHELLS PLAIN, KwaZulu-Natal
1. What is the physical postal code of WESTGATE?
The physical street postal code of WESTGATE is 7785. This code covers all street-addressed properties in WESTGATE, MITCHELLS PLAIN, KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa. It is a 4-digit number assigned by the South African Post Office.
2. What is the zip code for WESTGATE, KwaZulu-Natal?
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 WESTGATE in KwaZulu-Natal is 7785. On international websites and forms that ask for a zip code, enter 7785.
3. What postal code does WESTGATE use for banking and insurance?
For all banking, insurance, and financial service registrations where your address is in WESTGATE, MITCHELLS PLAIN, use the street code 7785. 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 WESTGATE?
The post code for WESTGATE is 7785 for street addresses in MITCHELLS PLAIN, KwaZulu-Natal. If you are posting to a PO Box in WESTGATE, the post code is . South African post codes are always 4 digits.
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