Use for all physical street address deliveries, online shopping, courier bookings, and official forms.
PO Box Code
4249
Use when addressing mail to a Post Office Box in GAMALAKHE at the PORT SHEPSTONE Post Office.
Detail
Information
Suburb / Locality
GAMALAKHE
Area / Town
PORT SHEPSTONE
Province
KwaZulu-Natal
Country
South Africa
Street Postal Code
4249
PO Box Postal Code
4249
Postal Code Type
4-digit numeric (SAPO)
Also Known As
Zip code, postcode, area code, post code
📍 Location Details
Suburb: GAMALAKHE
Area: PORT SHEPSTONE
Province: KwaZulu-Natal
Country: South Africa
📬 Postal Codes
Street Code: 4249
PO Box Code: 4249
Issued by: South African Post Office (SAPO)
Format: 4-digit numeric
🚚 Courier & Delivery
Use code 4249 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 (4249) is used when addressing mail or parcels to a physical street address in GAMALAKHE. This is the code to use on online shopping platforms, bank statements, courier bookings, and government forms.
The PO Box code (4249) is used exclusively when sending mail to a Post Office Box rented at the PORT SHEPSTONE 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 GAMALAKHE in PORT SHEPSTONE, KwaZulu-Natal.
About GAMALAKHE, PORT SHEPSTONE, KwaZulu-Natal
GAMALAKHE is a suburb or locality situated in the PORT SHEPSTONE 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 GAMALAKHE is 4249 for street addresses and 4249 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 GAMALAKHE within the broader PORT SHEPSTONE 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 GAMALAKHE is 4249.
Frequently Asked Questions — GAMALAKHE Postal Code
What is the postal code for GAMALAKHE?
The postal code for GAMALAKHE in PORT SHEPSTONE, KwaZulu-Natal is 4249 for street addresses and 4249 for PO Box addresses. These are 4-digit codes issued by the South African Post Office (SAPO).
What is the zip code for GAMALAKHE?
South Africa uses postal codes rather than zip codes. The zip code equivalent for GAMALAKHE, KwaZulu-Natal is 4249. On international forms that ask for a zip code, enter 4249 if your address is a street address in GAMALAKHE.
What is the PO Box postal code for GAMALAKHE?
The PO Box postal code for GAMALAKHE in PORT SHEPSTONE is 4249. Use this code when your mailing address is a Post Office Box. For physical street addresses, use 4249 instead.
What area does GAMALAKHE fall under?
GAMALAKHE falls under the PORT SHEPSTONE area in KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa. It is assigned the postal code 4249 for street deliveries by SAPO.
Which province is GAMALAKHE located in?
GAMALAKHE is located in KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa, within the PORT SHEPSTONE area. Its street postal code is 4249.
What is the difference between a street code and a PO Box code?
A street code (4249 for GAMALAKHE) is used for physical address deliveries. A PO Box code (4249) 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 GAMALAKHE?
For online shopping deliveries including Takealot, Superbalist, Zando, and other SA retailers, enter 4249 when your delivery address is in GAMALAKHE, PORT SHEPSTONE, KwaZulu-Natal.
Is the postal code for GAMALAKHE 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 GAMALAKHE is 4249 for street addresses. International forms requesting a zip code should be filled in with 4249.
How do I address a letter to GAMALAKHE?
For a street address: write the recipient name, street number and street name, then GAMALAKHE, PORT SHEPSTONE, KwaZulu-Natal, and end with 4249. For a PO Box, use 4249.
What is my postal code if I live in GAMALAKHE?
If you live in GAMALAKHE in PORT SHEPSTONE, KwaZulu-Natal, your postal code is 4249. Use this for government forms, banking, medical aid, insurance, and all official documents. If you receive mail via a PO Box, use 4249.
Can I use 4249 for courier deliveries to GAMALAKHE?
Yes. For courier and parcel deliveries to a physical address in GAMALAKHE, KwaZulu-Natal, use 4249. All major South African couriers — The Courier Guy, Dawn Wing, DHL, PostNet — use this code to route deliveries into the PORT SHEPSTONE area.
What is the postcode for GAMALAKHE in South Africa?
The postcode for GAMALAKHE in South Africa is 4249 (street address) or 4249 (PO Box). The terms postcode, postal code, and zip code are all used interchangeably in South Africa.
What postal code do I use for GAMALAKHE on a government form?
For any South African government form, SARS submission, Home Affairs application, or municipality registration where your address is in GAMALAKHE, PORT SHEPSTONE, use the street postal code 4249.
How many digits is the postal code for GAMALAKHE?
The postal code for GAMALAKHE is a 4-digit number: 4249. 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 GAMALAKHE in PORT SHEPSTONE?
GAMALAKHE is located within the PORT SHEPSTONE postal delivery area of KwaZulu-Natal. Browse our PORT SHEPSTONE area postal codes page to find codes for nearby suburbs.
What is the postal code for PORT SHEPSTONE in KwaZulu-Natal?
Different suburbs within PORT SHEPSTONE, KwaZulu-Natal may have different postal codes. For GAMALAKHE specifically, the street postal code is 4249. Visit our PORT SHEPSTONE 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. GAMALAKHE in PORT SHEPSTONE uses 4249. Browse our KwaZulu-Natal postal codes page to explore all codes in the province.
Is 4249 used for SARS and tax returns?
Yes. When completing a SARS eFiling tax return or any SARS correspondence for an address in GAMALAKHE, PORT SHEPSTONE, enter 4249 as your postal code.
What postal code do I use for GAMALAKHE on online shopping sites?
Use 4249 for all online shopping deliveries to a physical address in GAMALAKHE. This is recognised by Takealot, Checkers Sixty60, Pick n Pay, Woolworths, and all major SA online retailers.
Can I verify the GAMALAKHE 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 GAMALAKHE in PORT SHEPSTONE, KwaZulu-Natal is 4249 and the PO Box code is 4249.
Note: Postal code information for GAMALAKHE is sourced from the South African Post Office (SAPO). Always confirm codes directly with SAPO for critical correspondence.
More About GAMALAKHE Postal Code — PORT SHEPSTONE, KwaZulu-Natal
1. What is the physical postal code of GAMALAKHE?
The physical street postal code of GAMALAKHE is 4249. This code covers all street-addressed properties in GAMALAKHE, PORT SHEPSTONE, KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa. It is a 4-digit number assigned by the South African Post Office.
2. What is the zip code for GAMALAKHE, 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 GAMALAKHE in KwaZulu-Natal is 4249. On international websites and forms that ask for a zip code, enter 4249.
3. What postal code does GAMALAKHE use for banking and insurance?
For all banking, insurance, and financial service registrations where your address is in GAMALAKHE, PORT SHEPSTONE, use the street code 4249. 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 GAMALAKHE?
The post code for GAMALAKHE is 4249 for street addresses in PORT SHEPSTONE, KwaZulu-Natal. If you are posting to a PO Box in GAMALAKHE, the post code is 4249. South African post codes are always 4 digits.
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