Use for all physical street address deliveries, online shopping, courier bookings, and official forms.
PO Box Code
1689
Use when addressing mail to a Post Office Box in GARATSE at the IVORY PARK Post Office.
Detail
Information
Suburb / Locality
GARATSE
Area / Town
IVORY PARK
Province
Gauteng
Country
South Africa
Street Postal Code
1693
PO Box Postal Code
1689
Postal Code Type
4-digit numeric (SAPO)
Also Known As
Zip code, postcode, area code, post code
📍 Location Details
Suburb: GARATSE
Area: IVORY PARK
Province: Gauteng
Country: South Africa
📬 Postal Codes
Street Code: 1693
PO Box Code: 1689
Issued by: South African Post Office (SAPO)
Format: 4-digit numeric
🚚 Courier & Delivery
Use code 1693 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 (1693) is used when addressing mail or parcels to a physical street address in GARATSE. This is the code to use on online shopping platforms, bank statements, courier bookings, and government forms.
The PO Box code (1689) is used exclusively when sending mail to a Post Office Box rented at the IVORY PARK 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 GARATSE in IVORY PARK, Gauteng.
About GARATSE, IVORY PARK, Gauteng
GARATSE is a suburb or locality situated in the IVORY PARK 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 GARATSE is 1693 for street addresses and 1689 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 GARATSE within the broader IVORY PARK 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 GARATSE is 1693.
Frequently Asked Questions — GARATSE Postal Code
What is the postal code for GARATSE?
The postal code for GARATSE in IVORY PARK, Gauteng is 1693 for street addresses and 1689 for PO Box addresses. These are 4-digit codes issued by the South African Post Office (SAPO).
What is the zip code for GARATSE?
South Africa uses postal codes rather than zip codes. The zip code equivalent for GARATSE, Gauteng is 1693. On international forms that ask for a zip code, enter 1693 if your address is a street address in GARATSE.
What is the PO Box postal code for GARATSE?
The PO Box postal code for GARATSE in IVORY PARK is 1689. Use this code when your mailing address is a Post Office Box. For physical street addresses, use 1693 instead.
What area does GARATSE fall under?
GARATSE falls under the IVORY PARK area in Gauteng, South Africa. It is assigned the postal code 1693 for street deliveries by SAPO.
Which province is GARATSE located in?
GARATSE is located in Gauteng, South Africa, within the IVORY PARK area. Its street postal code is 1693.
What is the difference between a street code and a PO Box code?
A street code (1693 for GARATSE) is used for physical address deliveries. A PO Box code (1689) 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 GARATSE?
For online shopping deliveries including Takealot, Superbalist, Zando, and other SA retailers, enter 1693 when your delivery address is in GARATSE, IVORY PARK, Gauteng.
Is the postal code for GARATSE 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 GARATSE is 1693 for street addresses. International forms requesting a zip code should be filled in with 1693.
How do I address a letter to GARATSE?
For a street address: write the recipient name, street number and street name, then GARATSE, IVORY PARK, Gauteng, and end with 1693. For a PO Box, use 1689.
What is my postal code if I live in GARATSE?
If you live in GARATSE in IVORY PARK, Gauteng, your postal code is 1693. Use this for government forms, banking, medical aid, insurance, and all official documents. If you receive mail via a PO Box, use 1689.
Can I use 1693 for courier deliveries to GARATSE?
Yes. For courier and parcel deliveries to a physical address in GARATSE, Gauteng, use 1693. All major South African couriers — The Courier Guy, Dawn Wing, DHL, PostNet — use this code to route deliveries into the IVORY PARK area.
What is the postcode for GARATSE in South Africa?
The postcode for GARATSE in South Africa is 1693 (street address) or 1689 (PO Box). The terms postcode, postal code, and zip code are all used interchangeably in South Africa.
What postal code do I use for GARATSE on a government form?
For any South African government form, SARS submission, Home Affairs application, or municipality registration where your address is in GARATSE, IVORY PARK, use the street postal code 1693.
How many digits is the postal code for GARATSE?
The postal code for GARATSE is a 4-digit number: 1693. 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 GARATSE in IVORY PARK?
GARATSE is located within the IVORY PARK postal delivery area of Gauteng. Browse our IVORY PARK area postal codes page to find codes for nearby suburbs.
What is the postal code for IVORY PARK in Gauteng?
Different suburbs within IVORY PARK, Gauteng may have different postal codes. For GARATSE specifically, the street postal code is 1693. Visit our IVORY PARK postal codes listing for all suburbs in this area.
What is the Gauteng postal code range?
Gauteng is served by multiple postal code ranges. GARATSE in IVORY PARK uses 1693. Browse our Gauteng postal codes page to explore all codes in the province.
Is 1693 used for SARS and tax returns?
Yes. When completing a SARS eFiling tax return or any SARS correspondence for an address in GARATSE, IVORY PARK, enter 1693 as your postal code.
What postal code do I use for GARATSE on online shopping sites?
Use 1693 for all online shopping deliveries to a physical address in GARATSE. This is recognised by Takealot, Checkers Sixty60, Pick n Pay, Woolworths, and all major SA online retailers.
Can I verify the GARATSE 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 GARATSE in IVORY PARK, Gauteng is 1693 and the PO Box code is 1689.
Note: Postal code information for GARATSE is sourced from the South African Post Office (SAPO). Always confirm codes directly with SAPO for critical correspondence.
More About GARATSE Postal Code — IVORY PARK, Gauteng
1. What is the physical postal code of GARATSE?
The physical street postal code of GARATSE is 1693. This code covers all street-addressed properties in GARATSE, IVORY PARK, Gauteng, South Africa. It is a 4-digit number assigned by the South African Post Office.
2. What is the zip code for GARATSE, 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 GARATSE in Gauteng is 1693. On international websites and forms that ask for a zip code, enter 1693.
3. What postal code does GARATSE use for banking and insurance?
For all banking, insurance, and financial service registrations where your address is in GARATSE, IVORY PARK, use the street code 1693. 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 GARATSE?
The post code for GARATSE is 1693 for street addresses in IVORY PARK, Gauteng. If you are posting to a PO Box in GARATSE, the post code is 1689. South African post codes are always 4 digits.
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