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 WONGALETHU at the KLIPPLAAT Post Office.
Detail
Information
Suburb / Locality
WONGALETHU
Area / Town
KLIPPLAAT
Province
Western Cape
Country
South Africa
Street Postal Code
6255
PO Box Postal Code
Postal Code Type
4-digit numeric (SAPO)
Also Known As
Zip code, postcode, area code, post code
📍 Location Details
Suburb: WONGALETHU
Area: KLIPPLAAT
Province: Western Cape
Country: South Africa
📬 Postal Codes
Street Code: 6255
PO Box Code:
Issued by: South African Post Office (SAPO)
Format: 4-digit numeric
🚚 Courier & Delivery
Use code 6255 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 (6255) is used when addressing mail or parcels to a physical street address in WONGALETHU. 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 KLIPPLAAT 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 WONGALETHU in KLIPPLAAT, Western Cape.
About WONGALETHU, KLIPPLAAT, Western Cape
WONGALETHU is a suburb or locality situated in the KLIPPLAAT 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 WONGALETHU is 6255 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 WONGALETHU within the broader KLIPPLAAT 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 WONGALETHU is 6255.
Frequently Asked Questions — WONGALETHU Postal Code
What is the postal code for WONGALETHU?
The postal code for WONGALETHU in KLIPPLAAT, Western Cape is 6255 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 WONGALETHU?
South Africa uses postal codes rather than zip codes. The zip code equivalent for WONGALETHU, Western Cape is 6255. On international forms that ask for a zip code, enter 6255 if your address is a street address in WONGALETHU.
What is the PO Box postal code for WONGALETHU?
The PO Box postal code for WONGALETHU in KLIPPLAAT is . Use this code when your mailing address is a Post Office Box. For physical street addresses, use 6255 instead.
What area does WONGALETHU fall under?
WONGALETHU falls under the KLIPPLAAT area in Western Cape, South Africa. It is assigned the postal code 6255 for street deliveries by SAPO.
Which province is WONGALETHU located in?
WONGALETHU is located in Western Cape, South Africa, within the KLIPPLAAT area. Its street postal code is 6255.
What is the difference between a street code and a PO Box code?
A street code (6255 for WONGALETHU) 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 WONGALETHU?
For online shopping deliveries including Takealot, Superbalist, Zando, and other SA retailers, enter 6255 when your delivery address is in WONGALETHU, KLIPPLAAT, Western Cape.
Is the postal code for WONGALETHU 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 WONGALETHU is 6255 for street addresses. International forms requesting a zip code should be filled in with 6255.
How do I address a letter to WONGALETHU?
For a street address: write the recipient name, street number and street name, then WONGALETHU, KLIPPLAAT, Western Cape, and end with 6255. For a PO Box, use .
What is my postal code if I live in WONGALETHU?
If you live in WONGALETHU in KLIPPLAAT, Western Cape, your postal code is 6255. 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 6255 for courier deliveries to WONGALETHU?
Yes. For courier and parcel deliveries to a physical address in WONGALETHU, Western Cape, use 6255. All major South African couriers — The Courier Guy, Dawn Wing, DHL, PostNet — use this code to route deliveries into the KLIPPLAAT area.
What is the postcode for WONGALETHU in South Africa?
The postcode for WONGALETHU in South Africa is 6255 (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 WONGALETHU on a government form?
For any South African government form, SARS submission, Home Affairs application, or municipality registration where your address is in WONGALETHU, KLIPPLAAT, use the street postal code 6255.
How many digits is the postal code for WONGALETHU?
The postal code for WONGALETHU is a 4-digit number: 6255. 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 WONGALETHU in KLIPPLAAT?
WONGALETHU is located within the KLIPPLAAT postal delivery area of Western Cape. Browse our KLIPPLAAT area postal codes page to find codes for nearby suburbs.
What is the postal code for KLIPPLAAT in Western Cape?
Different suburbs within KLIPPLAAT, Western Cape may have different postal codes. For WONGALETHU specifically, the street postal code is 6255. Visit our KLIPPLAAT 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. WONGALETHU in KLIPPLAAT uses 6255. Browse our Western Cape postal codes page to explore all codes in the province.
Is 6255 used for SARS and tax returns?
Yes. When completing a SARS eFiling tax return or any SARS correspondence for an address in WONGALETHU, KLIPPLAAT, enter 6255 as your postal code.
What postal code do I use for WONGALETHU on online shopping sites?
Use 6255 for all online shopping deliveries to a physical address in WONGALETHU. This is recognised by Takealot, Checkers Sixty60, Pick n Pay, Woolworths, and all major SA online retailers.
Can I verify the WONGALETHU 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 WONGALETHU in KLIPPLAAT, Western Cape is 6255 and the PO Box code is .
Note: Postal code information for WONGALETHU is sourced from the South African Post Office (SAPO). Always confirm codes directly with SAPO for critical correspondence.
More About WONGALETHU Postal Code — KLIPPLAAT, Western Cape
1. What is the physical postal code of WONGALETHU?
The physical street postal code of WONGALETHU is 6255. This code covers all street-addressed properties in WONGALETHU, KLIPPLAAT, Western Cape, South Africa. It is a 4-digit number assigned by the South African Post Office.
2. What is the zip code for WONGALETHU, 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 WONGALETHU in Western Cape is 6255. On international websites and forms that ask for a zip code, enter 6255.
3. What postal code does WONGALETHU use for banking and insurance?
For all banking, insurance, and financial service registrations where your address is in WONGALETHU, KLIPPLAAT, use the street code 6255. 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 WONGALETHU?
The post code for WONGALETHU is 6255 for street addresses in KLIPPLAAT, Western Cape. If you are posting to a PO Box in WONGALETHU, the post code is . South African post codes are always 4 digits.
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