Use for all physical street address deliveries, online shopping, courier bookings, and official forms.
PO Box Code
8003
Use when addressing mail to a Post Office Box in CAPEMAIL at the CAPE TOWN Post Office.
Detail
Information
Suburb / Locality
CAPEMAIL
Area / Town
CAPE TOWN
Province
Western Cape
Country
South Africa
Street Postal Code
PO Box Postal Code
8003
Postal Code Type
4-digit numeric (SAPO)
Also Known As
Zip code, postcode, area code, post code
📍 Location Details
Suburb: CAPEMAIL
Area: CAPE TOWN
Province: Western Cape
Country: South Africa
📬 Postal Codes
Street Code:
PO Box Code: 8003
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 CAPEMAIL. This is the code to use on online shopping platforms, bank statements, courier bookings, and government forms.
The PO Box code (8003) is used exclusively when sending mail to a Post Office Box rented at the CAPE TOWN 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 CAPEMAIL in CAPE TOWN, Western Cape.
About CAPEMAIL, CAPE TOWN, Western Cape
CAPEMAIL is a suburb or locality situated in the CAPE TOWN 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 CAPEMAIL is for street addresses and 8003 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 CAPEMAIL within the broader CAPE TOWN 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 CAPEMAIL is .
Frequently Asked Questions — CAPEMAIL Postal Code
What is the postal code for CAPEMAIL?
The postal code for CAPEMAIL in CAPE TOWN, Western Cape is for street addresses and 8003 for PO Box addresses. These are 4-digit codes issued by the South African Post Office (SAPO).
What is the zip code for CAPEMAIL?
South Africa uses postal codes rather than zip codes. The zip code equivalent for CAPEMAIL, Western Cape is . On international forms that ask for a zip code, enter if your address is a street address in CAPEMAIL.
What is the PO Box postal code for CAPEMAIL?
The PO Box postal code for CAPEMAIL in CAPE TOWN is 8003. Use this code when your mailing address is a Post Office Box. For physical street addresses, use instead.
What area does CAPEMAIL fall under?
CAPEMAIL falls under the CAPE TOWN area in Western Cape, South Africa. It is assigned the postal code for street deliveries by SAPO.
Which province is CAPEMAIL located in?
CAPEMAIL is located in Western Cape, South Africa, within the CAPE TOWN area. Its street postal code is .
What is the difference between a street code and a PO Box code?
A street code ( for CAPEMAIL) is used for physical address deliveries. A PO Box code (8003) 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 CAPEMAIL?
For online shopping deliveries including Takealot, Superbalist, Zando, and other SA retailers, enter when your delivery address is in CAPEMAIL, CAPE TOWN, Western Cape.
Is the postal code for CAPEMAIL 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 CAPEMAIL is for street addresses. International forms requesting a zip code should be filled in with .
How do I address a letter to CAPEMAIL?
For a street address: write the recipient name, street number and street name, then CAPEMAIL, CAPE TOWN, Western Cape, and end with . For a PO Box, use 8003.
What is my postal code if I live in CAPEMAIL?
If you live in CAPEMAIL in CAPE TOWN, Western Cape, 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 8003.
Can I use for courier deliveries to CAPEMAIL?
Yes. For courier and parcel deliveries to a physical address in CAPEMAIL, Western Cape, use . All major South African couriers — The Courier Guy, Dawn Wing, DHL, PostNet — use this code to route deliveries into the CAPE TOWN area.
What is the postcode for CAPEMAIL in South Africa?
The postcode for CAPEMAIL in South Africa is (street address) or 8003 (PO Box). The terms postcode, postal code, and zip code are all used interchangeably in South Africa.
What postal code do I use for CAPEMAIL on a government form?
For any South African government form, SARS submission, Home Affairs application, or municipality registration where your address is in CAPEMAIL, CAPE TOWN, use the street postal code .
How many digits is the postal code for CAPEMAIL?
The postal code for CAPEMAIL 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 CAPEMAIL in CAPE TOWN?
CAPEMAIL is located within the CAPE TOWN postal delivery area of Western Cape. Browse our CAPE TOWN area postal codes page to find codes for nearby suburbs.
What is the postal code for CAPE TOWN in Western Cape?
Different suburbs within CAPE TOWN, Western Cape may have different postal codes. For CAPEMAIL specifically, the street postal code is . Visit our CAPE TOWN 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. CAPEMAIL in CAPE TOWN uses . Browse our Western Cape 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 CAPEMAIL, CAPE TOWN, enter as your postal code.
What postal code do I use for CAPEMAIL on online shopping sites?
Use for all online shopping deliveries to a physical address in CAPEMAIL. This is recognised by Takealot, Checkers Sixty60, Pick n Pay, Woolworths, and all major SA online retailers.
Can I verify the CAPEMAIL 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 CAPEMAIL in CAPE TOWN, Western Cape is and the PO Box code is 8003.
Note: Postal code information for CAPEMAIL is sourced from the South African Post Office (SAPO). Always confirm codes directly with SAPO for critical correspondence.
More About CAPEMAIL Postal Code — CAPE TOWN, Western Cape
1. What is the physical postal code of CAPEMAIL?
The physical street postal code of CAPEMAIL is . This code covers all street-addressed properties in CAPEMAIL, CAPE TOWN, Western Cape, South Africa. It is a 4-digit number assigned by the South African Post Office.
2. What is the zip code for CAPEMAIL, 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 CAPEMAIL in Western Cape is . On international websites and forms that ask for a zip code, enter .
3. What postal code does CAPEMAIL use for banking and insurance?
For all banking, insurance, and financial service registrations where your address is in CAPEMAIL, CAPE TOWN, 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 CAPEMAIL?
The post code for CAPEMAIL is for street addresses in CAPE TOWN, Western Cape. If you are posting to a PO Box in CAPEMAIL, the post code is 8003. South African post codes are always 4 digits.
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