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 SECTION at the TSAKANE Post Office.
Detail
Information
Suburb / Locality
FOREST SECTION
Area / Town
TSAKANE
Province
North West
Country
South Africa
Street Postal Code
1550
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 SECTION
Area: TSAKANE
Province: North West
Country: South Africa
📬 Postal Codes
Street Code: 1550
PO Box Code:
Issued by: South African Post Office (SAPO)
Format: 4-digit numeric
🚚 Courier & Delivery
Use code 1550 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 (1550) is used when addressing mail or parcels to a physical street address in FOREST SECTION. 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 TSAKANE 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 SECTION in TSAKANE, North West.
About FOREST SECTION, TSAKANE, North West
FOREST SECTION is a suburb or locality situated in the TSAKANE area of North West, 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 SECTION is 1550 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 SECTION within the broader TSAKANE 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 SECTION is 1550.
Frequently Asked Questions — FOREST SECTION Postal Code
What is the postal code for FOREST SECTION?
The postal code for FOREST SECTION in TSAKANE, North West is 1550 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 SECTION?
South Africa uses postal codes rather than zip codes. The zip code equivalent for FOREST SECTION, North West is 1550. On international forms that ask for a zip code, enter 1550 if your address is a street address in FOREST SECTION.
What is the PO Box postal code for FOREST SECTION?
The PO Box postal code for FOREST SECTION in TSAKANE is . Use this code when your mailing address is a Post Office Box. For physical street addresses, use 1550 instead.
What area does FOREST SECTION fall under?
FOREST SECTION falls under the TSAKANE area in North West, South Africa. It is assigned the postal code 1550 for street deliveries by SAPO.
Which province is FOREST SECTION located in?
FOREST SECTION is located in North West, South Africa, within the TSAKANE area. Its street postal code is 1550.
What is the difference between a street code and a PO Box code?
A street code (1550 for FOREST SECTION) 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 SECTION?
For online shopping deliveries including Takealot, Superbalist, Zando, and other SA retailers, enter 1550 when your delivery address is in FOREST SECTION, TSAKANE, North West.
Is the postal code for FOREST SECTION 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 SECTION is 1550 for street addresses. International forms requesting a zip code should be filled in with 1550.
How do I address a letter to FOREST SECTION?
For a street address: write the recipient name, street number and street name, then FOREST SECTION, TSAKANE, North West, and end with 1550. For a PO Box, use .
What is my postal code if I live in FOREST SECTION?
If you live in FOREST SECTION in TSAKANE, North West, your postal code is 1550. 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 1550 for courier deliveries to FOREST SECTION?
Yes. For courier and parcel deliveries to a physical address in FOREST SECTION, North West, use 1550. All major South African couriers — The Courier Guy, Dawn Wing, DHL, PostNet — use this code to route deliveries into the TSAKANE area.
What is the postcode for FOREST SECTION in South Africa?
The postcode for FOREST SECTION in South Africa is 1550 (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 SECTION on a government form?
For any South African government form, SARS submission, Home Affairs application, or municipality registration where your address is in FOREST SECTION, TSAKANE, use the street postal code 1550.
How many digits is the postal code for FOREST SECTION?
The postal code for FOREST SECTION is a 4-digit number: 1550. 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 SECTION in TSAKANE?
FOREST SECTION is located within the TSAKANE postal delivery area of North West. Browse our TSAKANE area postal codes page to find codes for nearby suburbs.
What is the postal code for TSAKANE in North West?
Different suburbs within TSAKANE, North West may have different postal codes. For FOREST SECTION specifically, the street postal code is 1550. Visit our TSAKANE postal codes listing for all suburbs in this area.
What is the North West postal code range?
North West is served by multiple postal code ranges. FOREST SECTION in TSAKANE uses 1550. Browse our North West postal codes page to explore all codes in the province.
Is 1550 used for SARS and tax returns?
Yes. When completing a SARS eFiling tax return or any SARS correspondence for an address in FOREST SECTION, TSAKANE, enter 1550 as your postal code.
What postal code do I use for FOREST SECTION on online shopping sites?
Use 1550 for all online shopping deliveries to a physical address in FOREST SECTION. This is recognised by Takealot, Checkers Sixty60, Pick n Pay, Woolworths, and all major SA online retailers.
Can I verify the FOREST SECTION 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 SECTION in TSAKANE, North West is 1550 and the PO Box code is .
Note: Postal code information for FOREST SECTION is sourced from the South African Post Office (SAPO). Always confirm codes directly with SAPO for critical correspondence.
More About FOREST SECTION Postal Code — TSAKANE, North West
1. What is the physical postal code of FOREST SECTION?
The physical street postal code of FOREST SECTION is 1550. This code covers all street-addressed properties in FOREST SECTION, TSAKANE, North West, South Africa. It is a 4-digit number assigned by the South African Post Office.
2. What is the zip code for FOREST SECTION, North West?
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 SECTION in North West is 1550. On international websites and forms that ask for a zip code, enter 1550.
3. What postal code does FOREST SECTION use for banking and insurance?
For all banking, insurance, and financial service registrations where your address is in FOREST SECTION, TSAKANE, use the street code 1550. 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 SECTION?
The post code for FOREST SECTION is 1550 for street addresses in TSAKANE, North West. If you are posting to a PO Box in FOREST SECTION, the post code is . South African post codes are always 4 digits.
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