Use for all physical street address deliveries, online shopping, courier bookings, and official forms.
PO Box Code
2049
Use when addressing mail to a Post Office Box in CITY DEEP at the JOHANNESBURG Post Office.
Detail
Information
Suburb / Locality
CITY DEEP
Area / Town
JOHANNESBURG
Province
Gauteng
Country
South Africa
Street Postal Code
2197
PO Box Postal Code
2049
Postal Code Type
4-digit numeric (SAPO)
Also Known As
Zip code, postcode, area code, post code
📍 Location Details
Suburb: CITY DEEP
Area: JOHANNESBURG
Province: Gauteng
Country: South Africa
📬 Postal Codes
Street Code: 2197
PO Box Code: 2049
Issued by: South African Post Office (SAPO)
Format: 4-digit numeric
🚚 Courier & Delivery
Use code 2197 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 (2197) is used when addressing mail or parcels to a physical street address in CITY DEEP. This is the code to use on online shopping platforms, bank statements, courier bookings, and government forms.
The PO Box code (2049) is used exclusively when sending mail to a Post Office Box rented at the JOHANNESBURG 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 CITY DEEP in JOHANNESBURG, Gauteng.
About CITY DEEP, JOHANNESBURG, Gauteng
CITY DEEP is a suburb or locality situated in the JOHANNESBURG area of Gauteng, 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 CITY DEEP is 2197 for street addresses and 2049 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 CITY DEEP within the broader JOHANNESBURG 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 CITY DEEP is 2197.
Frequently Asked Questions — CITY DEEP Postal Code
What is the postal code for CITY DEEP?
The postal code for CITY DEEP in JOHANNESBURG, Gauteng is 2197 for street addresses and 2049 for PO Box addresses. These are 4-digit codes issued by the South African Post Office (SAPO).
What is the zip code for CITY DEEP?
South Africa uses postal codes rather than zip codes. The zip code equivalent for CITY DEEP, Gauteng is 2197. On international forms that ask for a zip code, enter 2197 if your address is a street address in CITY DEEP.
What is the PO Box postal code for CITY DEEP?
The PO Box postal code for CITY DEEP in JOHANNESBURG is 2049. Use this code when your mailing address is a Post Office Box. For physical street addresses, use 2197 instead.
What area does CITY DEEP fall under?
CITY DEEP falls under the JOHANNESBURG area in Gauteng, South Africa. It is assigned the postal code 2197 for street deliveries by SAPO.
Which province is CITY DEEP located in?
CITY DEEP is located in Gauteng, South Africa, within the JOHANNESBURG area. Its street postal code is 2197.
What is the difference between a street code and a PO Box code?
A street code (2197 for CITY DEEP) is used for physical address deliveries. A PO Box code (2049) 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 CITY DEEP?
For online shopping deliveries including Takealot, Superbalist, Zando, and other SA retailers, enter 2197 when your delivery address is in CITY DEEP, JOHANNESBURG, Gauteng.
Is the postal code for CITY DEEP 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 CITY DEEP is 2197 for street addresses. International forms requesting a zip code should be filled in with 2197.
How do I address a letter to CITY DEEP?
For a street address: write the recipient name, street number and street name, then CITY DEEP, JOHANNESBURG, Gauteng, and end with 2197. For a PO Box, use 2049.
What is my postal code if I live in CITY DEEP?
If you live in CITY DEEP in JOHANNESBURG, Gauteng, your postal code is 2197. Use this for government forms, banking, medical aid, insurance, and all official documents. If you receive mail via a PO Box, use 2049.
Can I use 2197 for courier deliveries to CITY DEEP?
Yes. For courier and parcel deliveries to a physical address in CITY DEEP, Gauteng, use 2197. All major South African couriers — The Courier Guy, Dawn Wing, DHL, PostNet — use this code to route deliveries into the JOHANNESBURG area.
What is the postcode for CITY DEEP in South Africa?
The postcode for CITY DEEP in South Africa is 2197 (street address) or 2049 (PO Box). The terms postcode, postal code, and zip code are all used interchangeably in South Africa.
What postal code do I use for CITY DEEP on a government form?
For any South African government form, SARS submission, Home Affairs application, or municipality registration where your address is in CITY DEEP, JOHANNESBURG, use the street postal code 2197.
How many digits is the postal code for CITY DEEP?
The postal code for CITY DEEP is a 4-digit number: 2197. 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 CITY DEEP in JOHANNESBURG?
CITY DEEP is located within the JOHANNESBURG postal delivery area of Gauteng. Browse our JOHANNESBURG area postal codes page to find codes for nearby suburbs.
What is the postal code for JOHANNESBURG in Gauteng?
Different suburbs within JOHANNESBURG, Gauteng may have different postal codes. For CITY DEEP specifically, the street postal code is 2197. Visit our JOHANNESBURG postal codes listing for all suburbs in this area.
What is the Gauteng postal code range?
Gauteng is served by multiple postal code ranges. CITY DEEP in JOHANNESBURG uses 2197. Browse our Gauteng postal codes page to explore all codes in the province.
Is 2197 used for SARS and tax returns?
Yes. When completing a SARS eFiling tax return or any SARS correspondence for an address in CITY DEEP, JOHANNESBURG, enter 2197 as your postal code.
What postal code do I use for CITY DEEP on online shopping sites?
Use 2197 for all online shopping deliveries to a physical address in CITY DEEP. This is recognised by Takealot, Checkers Sixty60, Pick n Pay, Woolworths, and all major SA online retailers.
Can I verify the CITY DEEP 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 CITY DEEP in JOHANNESBURG, Gauteng is 2197 and the PO Box code is 2049.
Note: Postal code information for CITY DEEP is sourced from the South African Post Office (SAPO). Always confirm codes directly with SAPO for critical correspondence.
More About CITY DEEP Postal Code — JOHANNESBURG, Gauteng
1. What is the physical postal code of CITY DEEP?
The physical street postal code of CITY DEEP is 2197. This code covers all street-addressed properties in CITY DEEP, JOHANNESBURG, Gauteng, South Africa. It is a 4-digit number assigned by the South African Post Office.
2. What is the zip code for CITY DEEP, Gauteng?
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 CITY DEEP in Gauteng is 2197. On international websites and forms that ask for a zip code, enter 2197.
3. What postal code does CITY DEEP use for banking and insurance?
For all banking, insurance, and financial service registrations where your address is in CITY DEEP, JOHANNESBURG, use the street code 2197. 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 CITY DEEP?
The post code for CITY DEEP is 2197 for street addresses in JOHANNESBURG, Gauteng. If you are posting to a PO Box in CITY DEEP, the post code is 2049. South African post codes are always 4 digits.
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