Use for all physical street address deliveries, online shopping, courier bookings, and official forms.
PO Box Code
7180
Use when addressing mail to a Post Office Box in ELGIN at the GRABOUW Post Office.
Detail
Information
Suburb / Locality
ELGIN
Area / Town
GRABOUW
Province
Western Cape
Country
South Africa
Street Postal Code
PO Box Postal Code
7180
Postal Code Type
4-digit numeric (SAPO)
Also Known As
Zip code, postcode, area code, post code
📍 Location Details
Suburb: ELGIN
Area: GRABOUW
Province: Western Cape
Country: South Africa
📬 Postal Codes
Street Code:
PO Box Code: 7180
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 ELGIN. This is the code to use on online shopping platforms, bank statements, courier bookings, and government forms.
The PO Box code (7180) is used exclusively when sending mail to a Post Office Box rented at the GRABOUW 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 ELGIN in GRABOUW, Western Cape.
About ELGIN, GRABOUW, Western Cape
ELGIN is a suburb or locality situated in the GRABOUW 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 ELGIN is for street addresses and 7180 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 ELGIN within the broader GRABOUW 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 ELGIN is .
Frequently Asked Questions — ELGIN Postal Code
What is the postal code for ELGIN?
The postal code for ELGIN in GRABOUW, Western Cape is for street addresses and 7180 for PO Box addresses. These are 4-digit codes issued by the South African Post Office (SAPO).
What is the zip code for ELGIN?
South Africa uses postal codes rather than zip codes. The zip code equivalent for ELGIN, Western Cape is . On international forms that ask for a zip code, enter if your address is a street address in ELGIN.
What is the PO Box postal code for ELGIN?
The PO Box postal code for ELGIN in GRABOUW is 7180. Use this code when your mailing address is a Post Office Box. For physical street addresses, use instead.
What area does ELGIN fall under?
ELGIN falls under the GRABOUW area in Western Cape, South Africa. It is assigned the postal code for street deliveries by SAPO.
Which province is ELGIN located in?
ELGIN is located in Western Cape, South Africa, within the GRABOUW area. Its street postal code is .
What is the difference between a street code and a PO Box code?
A street code ( for ELGIN) is used for physical address deliveries. A PO Box code (7180) 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 ELGIN?
For online shopping deliveries including Takealot, Superbalist, Zando, and other SA retailers, enter when your delivery address is in ELGIN, GRABOUW, Western Cape.
Is the postal code for ELGIN 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 ELGIN is for street addresses. International forms requesting a zip code should be filled in with .
How do I address a letter to ELGIN?
For a street address: write the recipient name, street number and street name, then ELGIN, GRABOUW, Western Cape, and end with . For a PO Box, use 7180.
What is my postal code if I live in ELGIN?
If you live in ELGIN in GRABOUW, 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 7180.
Can I use for courier deliveries to ELGIN?
Yes. For courier and parcel deliveries to a physical address in ELGIN, Western Cape, use . All major South African couriers — The Courier Guy, Dawn Wing, DHL, PostNet — use this code to route deliveries into the GRABOUW area.
What is the postcode for ELGIN in South Africa?
The postcode for ELGIN in South Africa is (street address) or 7180 (PO Box). The terms postcode, postal code, and zip code are all used interchangeably in South Africa.
What postal code do I use for ELGIN on a government form?
For any South African government form, SARS submission, Home Affairs application, or municipality registration where your address is in ELGIN, GRABOUW, use the street postal code .
How many digits is the postal code for ELGIN?
The postal code for ELGIN 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 ELGIN in GRABOUW?
ELGIN is located within the GRABOUW postal delivery area of Western Cape. Browse our GRABOUW area postal codes page to find codes for nearby suburbs.
What is the postal code for GRABOUW in Western Cape?
Different suburbs within GRABOUW, Western Cape may have different postal codes. For ELGIN specifically, the street postal code is . Visit our GRABOUW 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. ELGIN in GRABOUW 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 ELGIN, GRABOUW, enter as your postal code.
What postal code do I use for ELGIN on online shopping sites?
Use for all online shopping deliveries to a physical address in ELGIN. This is recognised by Takealot, Checkers Sixty60, Pick n Pay, Woolworths, and all major SA online retailers.
Can I verify the ELGIN 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 ELGIN in GRABOUW, Western Cape is and the PO Box code is 7180.
Note: Postal code information for ELGIN is sourced from the South African Post Office (SAPO). Always confirm codes directly with SAPO for critical correspondence.
More About ELGIN Postal Code — GRABOUW, Western Cape
1. What is the physical postal code of ELGIN?
The physical street postal code of ELGIN is . This code covers all street-addressed properties in ELGIN, GRABOUW, Western Cape, South Africa. It is a 4-digit number assigned by the South African Post Office.
2. What is the zip code for ELGIN, 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 ELGIN in Western Cape is . On international websites and forms that ask for a zip code, enter .
3. What postal code does ELGIN use for banking and insurance?
For all banking, insurance, and financial service registrations where your address is in ELGIN, GRABOUW, 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 ELGIN?
The post code for ELGIN is for street addresses in GRABOUW, Western Cape. If you are posting to a PO Box in ELGIN, the post code is 7180. South African post codes are always 4 digits.
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