Use for all physical street address deliveries, online shopping, courier bookings, and official forms.
PO Box Code
5160
Use when addressing mail to a Post Office Box in GOSSHILL at the LIBODE Post Office.
Detail
Information
Suburb / Locality
GOSSHILL
Area / Town
LIBODE
Province
Eastern Cape
Country
South Africa
Street Postal Code
PO Box Postal Code
5160
Postal Code Type
4-digit numeric (SAPO)
Also Known As
Zip code, postcode, area code, post code
📍 Location Details
Suburb: GOSSHILL
Area: LIBODE
Province: Eastern Cape
Country: South Africa
📬 Postal Codes
Street Code:
PO Box Code: 5160
Issued by: South African Post Office (SAPO)
Format: 4-digit numeric
🚚 Courier & Delivery
Use code 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 () is used when addressing mail or parcels to a physical street address in GOSSHILL. This is the code to use on online shopping platforms, bank statements, courier bookings, and government forms.
The PO Box code (5160) is used exclusively when sending mail to a Post Office Box rented at the LIBODE 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 GOSSHILL in LIBODE, Eastern Cape.
About GOSSHILL, LIBODE, Eastern Cape
GOSSHILL is a suburb or locality situated in the LIBODE area of Eastern Cape, 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 GOSSHILL is for street addresses and 5160 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 GOSSHILL within the broader LIBODE 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 GOSSHILL is .
Frequently Asked Questions — GOSSHILL Postal Code
What is the postal code for GOSSHILL?
The postal code for GOSSHILL in LIBODE, Eastern Cape is for street addresses and 5160 for PO Box addresses. These are 4-digit codes issued by the South African Post Office (SAPO).
What is the zip code for GOSSHILL?
South Africa uses postal codes rather than zip codes. The zip code equivalent for GOSSHILL, Eastern Cape is . On international forms that ask for a zip code, enter if your address is a street address in GOSSHILL.
What is the PO Box postal code for GOSSHILL?
The PO Box postal code for GOSSHILL in LIBODE is 5160. Use this code when your mailing address is a Post Office Box. For physical street addresses, use instead.
What area does GOSSHILL fall under?
GOSSHILL falls under the LIBODE area in Eastern Cape, South Africa. It is assigned the postal code for street deliveries by SAPO.
Which province is GOSSHILL located in?
GOSSHILL is located in Eastern Cape, South Africa, within the LIBODE area. Its street postal code is .
What is the difference between a street code and a PO Box code?
A street code ( for GOSSHILL) is used for physical address deliveries. A PO Box code (5160) 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 GOSSHILL?
For online shopping deliveries including Takealot, Superbalist, Zando, and other SA retailers, enter when your delivery address is in GOSSHILL, LIBODE, Eastern Cape.
Is the postal code for GOSSHILL 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 GOSSHILL is for street addresses. International forms requesting a zip code should be filled in with .
How do I address a letter to GOSSHILL?
For a street address: write the recipient name, street number and street name, then GOSSHILL, LIBODE, Eastern Cape, and end with . For a PO Box, use 5160.
What is my postal code if I live in GOSSHILL?
If you live in GOSSHILL in LIBODE, Eastern Cape, your postal code is . Use this for government forms, banking, medical aid, insurance, and all official documents. If you receive mail via a PO Box, use 5160.
Can I use for courier deliveries to GOSSHILL?
Yes. For courier and parcel deliveries to a physical address in GOSSHILL, Eastern Cape, use . All major South African couriers — The Courier Guy, Dawn Wing, DHL, PostNet — use this code to route deliveries into the LIBODE area.
What is the postcode for GOSSHILL in South Africa?
The postcode for GOSSHILL in South Africa is (street address) or 5160 (PO Box). The terms postcode, postal code, and zip code are all used interchangeably in South Africa.
What postal code do I use for GOSSHILL on a government form?
For any South African government form, SARS submission, Home Affairs application, or municipality registration where your address is in GOSSHILL, LIBODE, use the street postal code .
How many digits is the postal code for GOSSHILL?
The postal code for GOSSHILL is a 4-digit number: . 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 GOSSHILL in LIBODE?
GOSSHILL is located within the LIBODE postal delivery area of Eastern Cape. Browse our LIBODE area postal codes page to find codes for nearby suburbs.
What is the postal code for LIBODE in Eastern Cape?
Different suburbs within LIBODE, Eastern Cape may have different postal codes. For GOSSHILL specifically, the street postal code is . Visit our LIBODE postal codes listing for all suburbs in this area.
What is the Eastern Cape postal code range?
Eastern Cape is served by multiple postal code ranges. GOSSHILL in LIBODE uses . Browse our Eastern Cape postal codes page to explore all codes in the province.
Is used for SARS and tax returns?
Yes. When completing a SARS eFiling tax return or any SARS correspondence for an address in GOSSHILL, LIBODE, enter as your postal code.
What postal code do I use for GOSSHILL on online shopping sites?
Use for all online shopping deliveries to a physical address in GOSSHILL. This is recognised by Takealot, Checkers Sixty60, Pick n Pay, Woolworths, and all major SA online retailers.
Can I verify the GOSSHILL 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 GOSSHILL in LIBODE, Eastern Cape is and the PO Box code is 5160.
Note: Postal code information for GOSSHILL is sourced from the South African Post Office (SAPO). Always confirm codes directly with SAPO for critical correspondence.
More About GOSSHILL Postal Code — LIBODE, Eastern Cape
1. What is the physical postal code of GOSSHILL?
The physical street postal code of GOSSHILL is . This code covers all street-addressed properties in GOSSHILL, LIBODE, Eastern Cape, South Africa. It is a 4-digit number assigned by the South African Post Office.
2. What is the zip code for GOSSHILL, Eastern Cape?
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 GOSSHILL in Eastern Cape is . On international websites and forms that ask for a zip code, enter .
3. What postal code does GOSSHILL use for banking and insurance?
For all banking, insurance, and financial service registrations where your address is in GOSSHILL, LIBODE, use the street code . 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 GOSSHILL?
The post code for GOSSHILL is for street addresses in LIBODE, Eastern Cape. If you are posting to a PO Box in GOSSHILL, the post code is 5160. South African post codes are always 4 digits.
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