Use for all physical street address deliveries, online shopping, courier bookings, and official forms.
PO Box Code
0790
Use when addressing mail to a Post Office Box in BOCHUM at the POLOKWANE Post Office.
Detail
Information
Suburb / Locality
BOCHUM
Area / Town
POLOKWANE
Province
Limpopo
Country
South Africa
Street Postal Code
0790
PO Box Postal Code
0790
Postal Code Type
4-digit numeric (SAPO)
Also Known As
Zip code, postcode, area code, post code
📍 Location Details
Suburb: BOCHUM
Area: POLOKWANE
Province: Limpopo
Country: South Africa
📬 Postal Codes
Street Code: 0790
PO Box Code: 0790
Issued by: South African Post Office (SAPO)
Format: 4-digit numeric
🚚 Courier & Delivery
Use code 0790 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 (0790) is used when addressing mail or parcels to a physical street address in BOCHUM. This is the code to use on online shopping platforms, bank statements, courier bookings, and government forms.
The PO Box code (0790) is used exclusively when sending mail to a Post Office Box rented at the POLOKWANE 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 BOCHUM in POLOKWANE, Limpopo.
About BOCHUM, POLOKWANE, Limpopo
BOCHUM is a suburb or locality situated in the POLOKWANE area of Limpopo, 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 BOCHUM is 0790 for street addresses and 0790 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 BOCHUM within the broader POLOKWANE 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 BOCHUM is 0790.
Frequently Asked Questions — BOCHUM Postal Code
What is the postal code for BOCHUM?
The postal code for BOCHUM in POLOKWANE, Limpopo is 0790 for street addresses and 0790 for PO Box addresses. These are 4-digit codes issued by the South African Post Office (SAPO).
What is the zip code for BOCHUM?
South Africa uses postal codes rather than zip codes. The zip code equivalent for BOCHUM, Limpopo is 0790. On international forms that ask for a zip code, enter 0790 if your address is a street address in BOCHUM.
What is the PO Box postal code for BOCHUM?
The PO Box postal code for BOCHUM in POLOKWANE is 0790. Use this code when your mailing address is a Post Office Box. For physical street addresses, use 0790 instead.
What area does BOCHUM fall under?
BOCHUM falls under the POLOKWANE area in Limpopo, South Africa. It is assigned the postal code 0790 for street deliveries by SAPO.
Which province is BOCHUM located in?
BOCHUM is located in Limpopo, South Africa, within the POLOKWANE area. Its street postal code is 0790.
What is the difference between a street code and a PO Box code?
A street code (0790 for BOCHUM) is used for physical address deliveries. A PO Box code (0790) 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 BOCHUM?
For online shopping deliveries including Takealot, Superbalist, Zando, and other SA retailers, enter 0790 when your delivery address is in BOCHUM, POLOKWANE, Limpopo.
Is the postal code for BOCHUM 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 BOCHUM is 0790 for street addresses. International forms requesting a zip code should be filled in with 0790.
How do I address a letter to BOCHUM?
For a street address: write the recipient name, street number and street name, then BOCHUM, POLOKWANE, Limpopo, and end with 0790. For a PO Box, use 0790.
What is my postal code if I live in BOCHUM?
If you live in BOCHUM in POLOKWANE, Limpopo, your postal code is 0790. Use this for government forms, banking, medical aid, insurance, and all official documents. If you receive mail via a PO Box, use 0790.
Can I use 0790 for courier deliveries to BOCHUM?
Yes. For courier and parcel deliveries to a physical address in BOCHUM, Limpopo, use 0790. All major South African couriers — The Courier Guy, Dawn Wing, DHL, PostNet — use this code to route deliveries into the POLOKWANE area.
What is the postcode for BOCHUM in South Africa?
The postcode for BOCHUM in South Africa is 0790 (street address) or 0790 (PO Box). The terms postcode, postal code, and zip code are all used interchangeably in South Africa.
What postal code do I use for BOCHUM on a government form?
For any South African government form, SARS submission, Home Affairs application, or municipality registration where your address is in BOCHUM, POLOKWANE, use the street postal code 0790.
How many digits is the postal code for BOCHUM?
The postal code for BOCHUM is a 4-digit number: 0790. 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 BOCHUM in POLOKWANE?
BOCHUM is located within the POLOKWANE postal delivery area of Limpopo. Browse our POLOKWANE area postal codes page to find codes for nearby suburbs.
What is the postal code for POLOKWANE in Limpopo?
Different suburbs within POLOKWANE, Limpopo may have different postal codes. For BOCHUM specifically, the street postal code is 0790. Visit our POLOKWANE postal codes listing for all suburbs in this area.
What is the Limpopo postal code range?
Limpopo is served by multiple postal code ranges. BOCHUM in POLOKWANE uses 0790. Browse our Limpopo postal codes page to explore all codes in the province.
Is 0790 used for SARS and tax returns?
Yes. When completing a SARS eFiling tax return or any SARS correspondence for an address in BOCHUM, POLOKWANE, enter 0790 as your postal code.
What postal code do I use for BOCHUM on online shopping sites?
Use 0790 for all online shopping deliveries to a physical address in BOCHUM. This is recognised by Takealot, Checkers Sixty60, Pick n Pay, Woolworths, and all major SA online retailers.
Can I verify the BOCHUM 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 BOCHUM in POLOKWANE, Limpopo is 0790 and the PO Box code is 0790.
Note: Postal code information for BOCHUM is sourced from the South African Post Office (SAPO). Always confirm codes directly with SAPO for critical correspondence.
More About BOCHUM Postal Code — POLOKWANE, Limpopo
1. What is the physical postal code of BOCHUM?
The physical street postal code of BOCHUM is 0790. This code covers all street-addressed properties in BOCHUM, POLOKWANE, Limpopo, South Africa. It is a 4-digit number assigned by the South African Post Office.
2. What is the zip code for BOCHUM, Limpopo?
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 BOCHUM in Limpopo is 0790. On international websites and forms that ask for a zip code, enter 0790.
3. What postal code does BOCHUM use for banking and insurance?
For all banking, insurance, and financial service registrations where your address is in BOCHUM, POLOKWANE, use the street code 0790. 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 BOCHUM?
The post code for BOCHUM is 0790 for street addresses in POLOKWANE, Limpopo. If you are posting to a PO Box in BOCHUM, the post code is 0790. South African post codes are always 4 digits.
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