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CALIFORNIA Postal Code

CALIFORNIA  ·  North West  ·  South Africa
Street Code
PO Box Code
4993

Postal Codes for CALIFORNIA

Street Delivery Code
Use for all physical street address deliveries, online shopping, courier bookings, and official forms.
PO Box Code
4993
Use when addressing mail to a Post Office Box in CALIFORNIA at the CALIFORNIA Post Office.
DetailInformation
Suburb / LocalityCALIFORNIA
Area / TownCALIFORNIA
ProvinceNorth West
CountrySouth Africa
Street Postal Code
PO Box Postal Code4993
Postal Code Type4-digit numeric (SAPO)
Also Known AsZip code, postcode, area code, post code

📍 Location Details

Suburb: CALIFORNIA
Area: CALIFORNIA
Province: North West
Country: South Africa

📬 Postal Codes

Street Code:
PO Box Code: 4993
Issued by: South African Post Office (SAPO)
Format: 4-digit numeric

🚚 Courier & Delivery

Use code 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 () is used when addressing mail or parcels to a physical street address in CALIFORNIA. This is the code to use on online shopping platforms, bank statements, courier bookings, and government forms.

The PO Box code (4993) is used exclusively when sending mail to a Post Office Box rented at the CALIFORNIA 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 CALIFORNIA in CALIFORNIA, North West.

About CALIFORNIA, CALIFORNIA, North West

CALIFORNIA is a suburb or locality situated in the CALIFORNIA area of North West, 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 CALIFORNIA is for street addresses and 4993 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 CALIFORNIA within the broader CALIFORNIA 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 CALIFORNIA is .

Frequently Asked Questions — CALIFORNIA Postal Code

What is the postal code for CALIFORNIA?
The postal code for CALIFORNIA in CALIFORNIA, North West is for street addresses and 4993 for PO Box addresses. These are 4-digit codes issued by the South African Post Office (SAPO).
What is the zip code for CALIFORNIA?
South Africa uses postal codes rather than zip codes. The zip code equivalent for CALIFORNIA, North West is . On international forms that ask for a zip code, enter if your address is a street address in CALIFORNIA.
What is the PO Box postal code for CALIFORNIA?
The PO Box postal code for CALIFORNIA in CALIFORNIA is 4993. Use this code when your mailing address is a Post Office Box. For physical street addresses, use instead.
What area does CALIFORNIA fall under?
CALIFORNIA falls under the CALIFORNIA area in North West, South Africa. It is assigned the postal code for street deliveries by SAPO.
Which province is CALIFORNIA located in?
CALIFORNIA is located in North West, South Africa, within the CALIFORNIA area. Its street postal code is .
What is the difference between a street code and a PO Box code?
A street code ( for CALIFORNIA) is used for physical address deliveries. A PO Box code (4993) 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 CALIFORNIA?
For online shopping deliveries including Takealot, Superbalist, Zando, and other SA retailers, enter when your delivery address is in CALIFORNIA, CALIFORNIA, North West.
Is the postal code for CALIFORNIA 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 CALIFORNIA is for street addresses. International forms requesting a zip code should be filled in with .
How do I address a letter to CALIFORNIA?
For a street address: write the recipient name, street number and street name, then CALIFORNIA, CALIFORNIA, North West, and end with . For a PO Box, use 4993.
What is my postal code if I live in CALIFORNIA?
If you live in CALIFORNIA in CALIFORNIA, North West, your postal code is . Use this for government forms, banking, medical aid, insurance, and all official documents. If you receive mail via a PO Box, use 4993.
Can I use for courier deliveries to CALIFORNIA?
Yes. For courier and parcel deliveries to a physical address in CALIFORNIA, North West, use . All major South African couriers — The Courier Guy, Dawn Wing, DHL, PostNet — use this code to route deliveries into the CALIFORNIA area.
What is the postcode for CALIFORNIA in South Africa?
The postcode for CALIFORNIA in South Africa is (street address) or 4993 (PO Box). The terms postcode, postal code, and zip code are all used interchangeably in South Africa.
What postal code do I use for CALIFORNIA on a government form?
For any South African government form, SARS submission, Home Affairs application, or municipality registration where your address is in CALIFORNIA, CALIFORNIA, use the street postal code .
How many digits is the postal code for CALIFORNIA?
The postal code for CALIFORNIA is a 4-digit number: . 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 CALIFORNIA in CALIFORNIA?
CALIFORNIA is located within the CALIFORNIA postal delivery area of North West. Browse our CALIFORNIA area postal codes page to find codes for nearby suburbs.
What is the postal code for CALIFORNIA in North West?
Different suburbs within CALIFORNIA, North West may have different postal codes. For CALIFORNIA specifically, the street postal code is . Visit our CALIFORNIA postal codes listing for all suburbs in this area.
What is the North West postal code range?
North West is served by multiple postal code ranges. CALIFORNIA in CALIFORNIA uses . Browse our North West postal codes page to explore all codes in the province.
Is used for SARS and tax returns?
Yes. When completing a SARS eFiling tax return or any SARS correspondence for an address in CALIFORNIA, CALIFORNIA, enter as your postal code.
What postal code do I use for CALIFORNIA on online shopping sites?
Use for all online shopping deliveries to a physical address in CALIFORNIA. This is recognised by Takealot, Checkers Sixty60, Pick n Pay, Woolworths, and all major SA online retailers.
Can I verify the CALIFORNIA 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 CALIFORNIA in CALIFORNIA, North West is and the PO Box code is 4993.
Note: Postal code information for CALIFORNIA is sourced from the South African Post Office (SAPO). Always confirm codes directly with SAPO for critical correspondence.

More About CALIFORNIA Postal Code — CALIFORNIA, North West

1. What is the physical postal code of CALIFORNIA?
The physical street postal code of CALIFORNIA is . This code covers all street-addressed properties in CALIFORNIA, CALIFORNIA, North West, South Africa. It is a 4-digit number assigned by the South African Post Office.

2. What is the zip code for CALIFORNIA, North West?
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 CALIFORNIA in North West is . On international websites and forms that ask for a zip code, enter .

3. What postal code does CALIFORNIA use for banking and insurance?
For all banking, insurance, and financial service registrations where your address is in CALIFORNIA, CALIFORNIA, use the street code . 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 CALIFORNIA?
The post code for CALIFORNIA is for street addresses in CALIFORNIA, North West. If you are posting to a PO Box in CALIFORNIA, the post code is 4993. South African post codes are always 4 digits.

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