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 WESRIF at the MOSSEL BAY Post Office.
Detail
Information
Suburb / Locality
WESRIF
Area / Town
MOSSEL BAY
Province
Western Cape
Country
South Africa
Street Postal Code
6506
PO Box Postal Code
Postal Code Type
4-digit numeric (SAPO)
Also Known As
Zip code, postcode, area code, post code
📍 Location Details
Suburb: WESRIF
Area: MOSSEL BAY
Province: Western Cape
Country: South Africa
📬 Postal Codes
Street Code: 6506
PO Box Code:
Issued by: South African Post Office (SAPO)
Format: 4-digit numeric
🚚 Courier & Delivery
Use code 6506 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 (6506) is used when addressing mail or parcels to a physical street address in WESRIF. 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 MOSSEL BAY 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 WESRIF in MOSSEL BAY, Western Cape.
About WESRIF, MOSSEL BAY, Western Cape
WESRIF is a suburb or locality situated in the MOSSEL BAY 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 WESRIF is 6506 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 WESRIF within the broader MOSSEL BAY 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 WESRIF is 6506.
Frequently Asked Questions — WESRIF Postal Code
What is the postal code for WESRIF?
The postal code for WESRIF in MOSSEL BAY, Western Cape is 6506 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 WESRIF?
South Africa uses postal codes rather than zip codes. The zip code equivalent for WESRIF, Western Cape is 6506. On international forms that ask for a zip code, enter 6506 if your address is a street address in WESRIF.
What is the PO Box postal code for WESRIF?
The PO Box postal code for WESRIF in MOSSEL BAY is . Use this code when your mailing address is a Post Office Box. For physical street addresses, use 6506 instead.
What area does WESRIF fall under?
WESRIF falls under the MOSSEL BAY area in Western Cape, South Africa. It is assigned the postal code 6506 for street deliveries by SAPO.
Which province is WESRIF located in?
WESRIF is located in Western Cape, South Africa, within the MOSSEL BAY area. Its street postal code is 6506.
What is the difference between a street code and a PO Box code?
A street code (6506 for WESRIF) 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 WESRIF?
For online shopping deliveries including Takealot, Superbalist, Zando, and other SA retailers, enter 6506 when your delivery address is in WESRIF, MOSSEL BAY, Western Cape.
Is the postal code for WESRIF 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 WESRIF is 6506 for street addresses. International forms requesting a zip code should be filled in with 6506.
How do I address a letter to WESRIF?
For a street address: write the recipient name, street number and street name, then WESRIF, MOSSEL BAY, Western Cape, and end with 6506. For a PO Box, use .
What is my postal code if I live in WESRIF?
If you live in WESRIF in MOSSEL BAY, Western Cape, your postal code is 6506. 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 6506 for courier deliveries to WESRIF?
Yes. For courier and parcel deliveries to a physical address in WESRIF, Western Cape, use 6506. All major South African couriers — The Courier Guy, Dawn Wing, DHL, PostNet — use this code to route deliveries into the MOSSEL BAY area.
What is the postcode for WESRIF in South Africa?
The postcode for WESRIF in South Africa is 6506 (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 WESRIF on a government form?
For any South African government form, SARS submission, Home Affairs application, or municipality registration where your address is in WESRIF, MOSSEL BAY, use the street postal code 6506.
How many digits is the postal code for WESRIF?
The postal code for WESRIF is a 4-digit number: 6506. 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 WESRIF in MOSSEL BAY?
WESRIF is located within the MOSSEL BAY postal delivery area of Western Cape. Browse our MOSSEL BAY area postal codes page to find codes for nearby suburbs.
What is the postal code for MOSSEL BAY in Western Cape?
Different suburbs within MOSSEL BAY, Western Cape may have different postal codes. For WESRIF specifically, the street postal code is 6506. Visit our MOSSEL BAY 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. WESRIF in MOSSEL BAY uses 6506. Browse our Western Cape postal codes page to explore all codes in the province.
Is 6506 used for SARS and tax returns?
Yes. When completing a SARS eFiling tax return or any SARS correspondence for an address in WESRIF, MOSSEL BAY, enter 6506 as your postal code.
What postal code do I use for WESRIF on online shopping sites?
Use 6506 for all online shopping deliveries to a physical address in WESRIF. This is recognised by Takealot, Checkers Sixty60, Pick n Pay, Woolworths, and all major SA online retailers.
Can I verify the WESRIF 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 WESRIF in MOSSEL BAY, Western Cape is 6506 and the PO Box code is .
Note: Postal code information for WESRIF is sourced from the South African Post Office (SAPO). Always confirm codes directly with SAPO for critical correspondence.
More About WESRIF Postal Code — MOSSEL BAY, Western Cape
1. What is the physical postal code of WESRIF?
The physical street postal code of WESRIF is 6506. This code covers all street-addressed properties in WESRIF, MOSSEL BAY, Western Cape, South Africa. It is a 4-digit number assigned by the South African Post Office.
2. What is the zip code for WESRIF, 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 WESRIF in Western Cape is 6506. On international websites and forms that ask for a zip code, enter 6506.
3. What postal code does WESRIF use for banking and insurance?
For all banking, insurance, and financial service registrations where your address is in WESRIF, MOSSEL BAY, use the street code 6506. 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 WESRIF?
The post code for WESRIF is 6506 for street addresses in MOSSEL BAY, Western Cape. If you are posting to a PO Box in WESRIF, the post code is . South African post codes are always 4 digits.
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