Use for all physical street address deliveries, online shopping, courier bookings, and official forms.
PO Box Code
Use when addressing mail to a Post Office Box in FOREST HILL at the JOHANNESBURG Post Office.
Detail
Information
Suburb / Locality
FOREST HILL
Area / Town
JOHANNESBURG
Province
Gauteng
Country
South Africa
Street Postal Code
2190
PO Box Postal Code
Postal Code Type
4-digit numeric (SAPO)
Also Known As
Zip code, postcode, area code, post code
📍 Location Details
Suburb: FOREST HILL
Area: JOHANNESBURG
Province: Gauteng
Country: South Africa
📬 Postal Codes
Street Code: 2190
PO Box Code:
Issued by: South African Post Office (SAPO)
Format: 4-digit numeric
🚚 Courier & Delivery
Use code 2190 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 (2190) is used when addressing mail or parcels to a physical street address in FOREST HILL. This is the code to use on online shopping platforms, bank statements, courier bookings, and government forms.
The PO Box code () 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 FOREST HILL in JOHANNESBURG, Gauteng.
About FOREST HILL, JOHANNESBURG, Gauteng
FOREST HILL 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 FOREST HILL is 2190 for street addresses and 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 FOREST HILL 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 FOREST HILL is 2190.
Frequently Asked Questions — FOREST HILL Postal Code
What is the postal code for FOREST HILL?
The postal code for FOREST HILL in JOHANNESBURG, Gauteng is 2190 for street addresses and for PO Box addresses. These are 4-digit codes issued by the South African Post Office (SAPO).
What is the zip code for FOREST HILL?
South Africa uses postal codes rather than zip codes. The zip code equivalent for FOREST HILL, Gauteng is 2190. On international forms that ask for a zip code, enter 2190 if your address is a street address in FOREST HILL.
What is the PO Box postal code for FOREST HILL?
The PO Box postal code for FOREST HILL in JOHANNESBURG is . Use this code when your mailing address is a Post Office Box. For physical street addresses, use 2190 instead.
What area does FOREST HILL fall under?
FOREST HILL falls under the JOHANNESBURG area in Gauteng, South Africa. It is assigned the postal code 2190 for street deliveries by SAPO.
Which province is FOREST HILL located in?
FOREST HILL is located in Gauteng, South Africa, within the JOHANNESBURG area. Its street postal code is 2190.
What is the difference between a street code and a PO Box code?
A street code (2190 for FOREST HILL) is used for physical address deliveries. A PO Box code () 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 FOREST HILL?
For online shopping deliveries including Takealot, Superbalist, Zando, and other SA retailers, enter 2190 when your delivery address is in FOREST HILL, JOHANNESBURG, Gauteng.
Is the postal code for FOREST HILL 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 FOREST HILL is 2190 for street addresses. International forms requesting a zip code should be filled in with 2190.
How do I address a letter to FOREST HILL?
For a street address: write the recipient name, street number and street name, then FOREST HILL, JOHANNESBURG, Gauteng, and end with 2190. For a PO Box, use .
What is my postal code if I live in FOREST HILL?
If you live in FOREST HILL in JOHANNESBURG, Gauteng, your postal code is 2190. Use this for government forms, banking, medical aid, insurance, and all official documents. If you receive mail via a PO Box, use .
Can I use 2190 for courier deliveries to FOREST HILL?
Yes. For courier and parcel deliveries to a physical address in FOREST HILL, Gauteng, use 2190. 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 FOREST HILL in South Africa?
The postcode for FOREST HILL in South Africa is 2190 (street address) or (PO Box). The terms postcode, postal code, and zip code are all used interchangeably in South Africa.
What postal code do I use for FOREST HILL on a government form?
For any South African government form, SARS submission, Home Affairs application, or municipality registration where your address is in FOREST HILL, JOHANNESBURG, use the street postal code 2190.
How many digits is the postal code for FOREST HILL?
The postal code for FOREST HILL is a 4-digit number: 2190. 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 FOREST HILL in JOHANNESBURG?
FOREST HILL 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 FOREST HILL specifically, the street postal code is 2190. 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. FOREST HILL in JOHANNESBURG uses 2190. Browse our Gauteng postal codes page to explore all codes in the province.
Is 2190 used for SARS and tax returns?
Yes. When completing a SARS eFiling tax return or any SARS correspondence for an address in FOREST HILL, JOHANNESBURG, enter 2190 as your postal code.
What postal code do I use for FOREST HILL on online shopping sites?
Use 2190 for all online shopping deliveries to a physical address in FOREST HILL. This is recognised by Takealot, Checkers Sixty60, Pick n Pay, Woolworths, and all major SA online retailers.
Can I verify the FOREST HILL 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 FOREST HILL in JOHANNESBURG, Gauteng is 2190 and the PO Box code is .
Note: Postal code information for FOREST HILL is sourced from the South African Post Office (SAPO). Always confirm codes directly with SAPO for critical correspondence.
More About FOREST HILL Postal Code — JOHANNESBURG, Gauteng
1. What is the physical postal code of FOREST HILL?
The physical street postal code of FOREST HILL is 2190. This code covers all street-addressed properties in FOREST HILL, JOHANNESBURG, Gauteng, South Africa. It is a 4-digit number assigned by the South African Post Office.
2. What is the zip code for FOREST HILL, 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 FOREST HILL in Gauteng is 2190. On international websites and forms that ask for a zip code, enter 2190.
3. What postal code does FOREST HILL use for banking and insurance?
For all banking, insurance, and financial service registrations where your address is in FOREST HILL, JOHANNESBURG, use the street code 2190. 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 FOREST HILL?
The post code for FOREST HILL is 2190 for street addresses in JOHANNESBURG, Gauteng. If you are posting to a PO Box in FOREST HILL, the post code is . South African post codes are always 4 digits.
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