Use for all physical street address deliveries, online shopping, courier bookings, and official forms.
PO Box Code
3624
Use when addressing mail to a Post Office Box in FOREST HILLS at the PINETOWN Post Office.
Detail
Information
Suburb / Locality
FOREST HILLS
Area / Town
PINETOWN
Province
KwaZulu-Natal
Country
South Africa
Street Postal Code
3610
PO Box Postal Code
3624
Postal Code Type
4-digit numeric (SAPO)
Also Known As
Zip code, postcode, area code, post code
📍 Location Details
Suburb: FOREST HILLS
Area: PINETOWN
Province: KwaZulu-Natal
Country: South Africa
📬 Postal Codes
Street Code: 3610
PO Box Code: 3624
Issued by: South African Post Office (SAPO)
Format: 4-digit numeric
🚚 Courier & Delivery
Use code 3610 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 (3610) is used when addressing mail or parcels to a physical street address in FOREST HILLS. This is the code to use on online shopping platforms, bank statements, courier bookings, and government forms.
The PO Box code (3624) is used exclusively when sending mail to a Post Office Box rented at the PINETOWN 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 HILLS in PINETOWN, KwaZulu-Natal.
About FOREST HILLS, PINETOWN, KwaZulu-Natal
FOREST HILLS is a suburb or locality situated in the PINETOWN area of KwaZulu-Natal, 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 HILLS is 3610 for street addresses and 3624 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 HILLS within the broader PINETOWN 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 HILLS is 3610.
Frequently Asked Questions — FOREST HILLS Postal Code
What is the postal code for FOREST HILLS?
The postal code for FOREST HILLS in PINETOWN, KwaZulu-Natal is 3610 for street addresses and 3624 for PO Box addresses. These are 4-digit codes issued by the South African Post Office (SAPO).
What is the zip code for FOREST HILLS?
South Africa uses postal codes rather than zip codes. The zip code equivalent for FOREST HILLS, KwaZulu-Natal is 3610. On international forms that ask for a zip code, enter 3610 if your address is a street address in FOREST HILLS.
What is the PO Box postal code for FOREST HILLS?
The PO Box postal code for FOREST HILLS in PINETOWN is 3624. Use this code when your mailing address is a Post Office Box. For physical street addresses, use 3610 instead.
What area does FOREST HILLS fall under?
FOREST HILLS falls under the PINETOWN area in KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa. It is assigned the postal code 3610 for street deliveries by SAPO.
Which province is FOREST HILLS located in?
FOREST HILLS is located in KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa, within the PINETOWN area. Its street postal code is 3610.
What is the difference between a street code and a PO Box code?
A street code (3610 for FOREST HILLS) is used for physical address deliveries. A PO Box code (3624) 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 HILLS?
For online shopping deliveries including Takealot, Superbalist, Zando, and other SA retailers, enter 3610 when your delivery address is in FOREST HILLS, PINETOWN, KwaZulu-Natal.
Is the postal code for FOREST HILLS 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 HILLS is 3610 for street addresses. International forms requesting a zip code should be filled in with 3610.
How do I address a letter to FOREST HILLS?
For a street address: write the recipient name, street number and street name, then FOREST HILLS, PINETOWN, KwaZulu-Natal, and end with 3610. For a PO Box, use 3624.
What is my postal code if I live in FOREST HILLS?
If you live in FOREST HILLS in PINETOWN, KwaZulu-Natal, your postal code is 3610. Use this for government forms, banking, medical aid, insurance, and all official documents. If you receive mail via a PO Box, use 3624.
Can I use 3610 for courier deliveries to FOREST HILLS?
Yes. For courier and parcel deliveries to a physical address in FOREST HILLS, KwaZulu-Natal, use 3610. All major South African couriers — The Courier Guy, Dawn Wing, DHL, PostNet — use this code to route deliveries into the PINETOWN area.
What is the postcode for FOREST HILLS in South Africa?
The postcode for FOREST HILLS in South Africa is 3610 (street address) or 3624 (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 HILLS on a government form?
For any South African government form, SARS submission, Home Affairs application, or municipality registration where your address is in FOREST HILLS, PINETOWN, use the street postal code 3610.
How many digits is the postal code for FOREST HILLS?
The postal code for FOREST HILLS is a 4-digit number: 3610. 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 HILLS in PINETOWN?
FOREST HILLS is located within the PINETOWN postal delivery area of KwaZulu-Natal. Browse our PINETOWN area postal codes page to find codes for nearby suburbs.
What is the postal code for PINETOWN in KwaZulu-Natal?
Different suburbs within PINETOWN, KwaZulu-Natal may have different postal codes. For FOREST HILLS specifically, the street postal code is 3610. Visit our PINETOWN postal codes listing for all suburbs in this area.
What is the KwaZulu-Natal postal code range?
KwaZulu-Natal is served by multiple postal code ranges. FOREST HILLS in PINETOWN uses 3610. Browse our KwaZulu-Natal postal codes page to explore all codes in the province.
Is 3610 used for SARS and tax returns?
Yes. When completing a SARS eFiling tax return or any SARS correspondence for an address in FOREST HILLS, PINETOWN, enter 3610 as your postal code.
What postal code do I use for FOREST HILLS on online shopping sites?
Use 3610 for all online shopping deliveries to a physical address in FOREST HILLS. This is recognised by Takealot, Checkers Sixty60, Pick n Pay, Woolworths, and all major SA online retailers.
Can I verify the FOREST HILLS 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 HILLS in PINETOWN, KwaZulu-Natal is 3610 and the PO Box code is 3624.
Note: Postal code information for FOREST HILLS is sourced from the South African Post Office (SAPO). Always confirm codes directly with SAPO for critical correspondence.
More About FOREST HILLS Postal Code — PINETOWN, KwaZulu-Natal
1. What is the physical postal code of FOREST HILLS?
The physical street postal code of FOREST HILLS is 3610. This code covers all street-addressed properties in FOREST HILLS, PINETOWN, KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa. It is a 4-digit number assigned by the South African Post Office.
2. What is the zip code for FOREST HILLS, KwaZulu-Natal?
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 HILLS in KwaZulu-Natal is 3610. On international websites and forms that ask for a zip code, enter 3610.
3. What postal code does FOREST HILLS use for banking and insurance?
For all banking, insurance, and financial service registrations where your address is in FOREST HILLS, PINETOWN, use the street code 3610. 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 HILLS?
The post code for FOREST HILLS is 3610 for street addresses in PINETOWN, KwaZulu-Natal. If you are posting to a PO Box in FOREST HILLS, the post code is 3624. South African post codes are always 4 digits.
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