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 ALICE UIT 8 at the ALICE Post Office.
Detail
Information
Suburb / Locality
ALICE UIT 8
Area / Town
ALICE
Province
Eastern Cape
Country
South Africa
Street Postal Code
5700
PO Box Postal Code
Postal Code Type
4-digit numeric (SAPO)
Also Known As
Zip code, postcode, area code, post code
📍 Location Details
Suburb: ALICE UIT 8
Area: ALICE
Province: Eastern Cape
Country: South Africa
📬 Postal Codes
Street Code: 5700
PO Box Code:
Issued by: South African Post Office (SAPO)
Format: 4-digit numeric
🚚 Courier & Delivery
Use code 5700 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 (5700) is used when addressing mail or parcels to a physical street address in ALICE UIT 8. 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 ALICE 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 ALICE UIT 8 in ALICE, Eastern Cape.
About ALICE UIT 8, ALICE, Eastern Cape
ALICE UIT 8 is a suburb or locality situated in the ALICE area of Eastern 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 ALICE UIT 8 is 5700 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 ALICE UIT 8 within the broader ALICE 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 ALICE UIT 8 is 5700.
Frequently Asked Questions — ALICE UIT 8 Postal Code
What is the postal code for ALICE UIT 8?
The postal code for ALICE UIT 8 in ALICE, Eastern Cape is 5700 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 ALICE UIT 8?
South Africa uses postal codes rather than zip codes. The zip code equivalent for ALICE UIT 8, Eastern Cape is 5700. On international forms that ask for a zip code, enter 5700 if your address is a street address in ALICE UIT 8.
What is the PO Box postal code for ALICE UIT 8?
The PO Box postal code for ALICE UIT 8 in ALICE is . Use this code when your mailing address is a Post Office Box. For physical street addresses, use 5700 instead.
What area does ALICE UIT 8 fall under?
ALICE UIT 8 falls under the ALICE area in Eastern Cape, South Africa. It is assigned the postal code 5700 for street deliveries by SAPO.
Which province is ALICE UIT 8 located in?
ALICE UIT 8 is located in Eastern Cape, South Africa, within the ALICE area. Its street postal code is 5700.
What is the difference between a street code and a PO Box code?
A street code (5700 for ALICE UIT 8) 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 ALICE UIT 8?
For online shopping deliveries including Takealot, Superbalist, Zando, and other SA retailers, enter 5700 when your delivery address is in ALICE UIT 8, ALICE, Eastern Cape.
Is the postal code for ALICE UIT 8 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 ALICE UIT 8 is 5700 for street addresses. International forms requesting a zip code should be filled in with 5700.
How do I address a letter to ALICE UIT 8?
For a street address: write the recipient name, street number and street name, then ALICE UIT 8, ALICE, Eastern Cape, and end with 5700. For a PO Box, use .
What is my postal code if I live in ALICE UIT 8?
If you live in ALICE UIT 8 in ALICE, Eastern Cape, your postal code is 5700. 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 5700 for courier deliveries to ALICE UIT 8?
Yes. For courier and parcel deliveries to a physical address in ALICE UIT 8, Eastern Cape, use 5700. All major South African couriers — The Courier Guy, Dawn Wing, DHL, PostNet — use this code to route deliveries into the ALICE area.
What is the postcode for ALICE UIT 8 in South Africa?
The postcode for ALICE UIT 8 in South Africa is 5700 (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 ALICE UIT 8 on a government form?
For any South African government form, SARS submission, Home Affairs application, or municipality registration where your address is in ALICE UIT 8, ALICE, use the street postal code 5700.
How many digits is the postal code for ALICE UIT 8?
The postal code for ALICE UIT 8 is a 4-digit number: 5700. 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 ALICE UIT 8 in ALICE?
ALICE UIT 8 is located within the ALICE postal delivery area of Eastern Cape. Browse our ALICE area postal codes page to find codes for nearby suburbs.
What is the postal code for ALICE in Eastern Cape?
Different suburbs within ALICE, Eastern Cape may have different postal codes. For ALICE UIT 8 specifically, the street postal code is 5700. Visit our ALICE postal codes listing for all suburbs in this area.
What is the Eastern Cape postal code range?
Eastern Cape is served by multiple postal code ranges. ALICE UIT 8 in ALICE uses 5700. Browse our Eastern Cape postal codes page to explore all codes in the province.
Is 5700 used for SARS and tax returns?
Yes. When completing a SARS eFiling tax return or any SARS correspondence for an address in ALICE UIT 8, ALICE, enter 5700 as your postal code.
What postal code do I use for ALICE UIT 8 on online shopping sites?
Use 5700 for all online shopping deliveries to a physical address in ALICE UIT 8. This is recognised by Takealot, Checkers Sixty60, Pick n Pay, Woolworths, and all major SA online retailers.
Can I verify the ALICE UIT 8 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 ALICE UIT 8 in ALICE, Eastern Cape is 5700 and the PO Box code is .
Note: Postal code information for ALICE UIT 8 is sourced from the South African Post Office (SAPO). Always confirm codes directly with SAPO for critical correspondence.
More About ALICE UIT 8 Postal Code — ALICE, Eastern Cape
1. What is the physical postal code of ALICE UIT 8?
The physical street postal code of ALICE UIT 8 is 5700. This code covers all street-addressed properties in ALICE UIT 8, ALICE, Eastern Cape, South Africa. It is a 4-digit number assigned by the South African Post Office.
2. What is the zip code for ALICE UIT 8, Eastern 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 ALICE UIT 8 in Eastern Cape is 5700. On international websites and forms that ask for a zip code, enter 5700.
3. What postal code does ALICE UIT 8 use for banking and insurance?
For all banking, insurance, and financial service registrations where your address is in ALICE UIT 8, ALICE, use the street code 5700. 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 ALICE UIT 8?
The post code for ALICE UIT 8 is 5700 for street addresses in ALICE, Eastern Cape. If you are posting to a PO Box in ALICE UIT 8, the post code is . South African post codes are always 4 digits.
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