Use for all physical street address deliveries, online shopping, courier bookings, and official forms.
PO Box Code
6140
Use when addressing mail to a Post Office Box in GRAHAMSTAD at the GRAHAMSTOWN Post Office.
Detail
Information
Suburb / Locality
GRAHAMSTAD
Area / Town
GRAHAMSTOWN
Province
Eastern Cape
Country
South Africa
Street Postal Code
6139
PO Box Postal Code
6140
Postal Code Type
4-digit numeric (SAPO)
Also Known As
Zip code, postcode, area code, post code
📍 Location Details
Suburb: GRAHAMSTAD
Area: GRAHAMSTOWN
Province: Eastern Cape
Country: South Africa
📬 Postal Codes
Street Code: 6139
PO Box Code: 6140
Issued by: South African Post Office (SAPO)
Format: 4-digit numeric
🚚 Courier & Delivery
Use code 6139 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 (6139) is used when addressing mail or parcels to a physical street address in GRAHAMSTAD. This is the code to use on online shopping platforms, bank statements, courier bookings, and government forms.
The PO Box code (6140) is used exclusively when sending mail to a Post Office Box rented at the GRAHAMSTOWN 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 GRAHAMSTAD in GRAHAMSTOWN, Eastern Cape.
About GRAHAMSTAD, GRAHAMSTOWN, Eastern Cape
GRAHAMSTAD is a suburb or locality situated in the GRAHAMSTOWN 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 GRAHAMSTAD is 6139 for street addresses and 6140 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 GRAHAMSTAD within the broader GRAHAMSTOWN 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 GRAHAMSTAD is 6139.
Frequently Asked Questions — GRAHAMSTAD Postal Code
What is the postal code for GRAHAMSTAD?
The postal code for GRAHAMSTAD in GRAHAMSTOWN, Eastern Cape is 6139 for street addresses and 6140 for PO Box addresses. These are 4-digit codes issued by the South African Post Office (SAPO).
What is the zip code for GRAHAMSTAD?
South Africa uses postal codes rather than zip codes. The zip code equivalent for GRAHAMSTAD, Eastern Cape is 6139. On international forms that ask for a zip code, enter 6139 if your address is a street address in GRAHAMSTAD.
What is the PO Box postal code for GRAHAMSTAD?
The PO Box postal code for GRAHAMSTAD in GRAHAMSTOWN is 6140. Use this code when your mailing address is a Post Office Box. For physical street addresses, use 6139 instead.
What area does GRAHAMSTAD fall under?
GRAHAMSTAD falls under the GRAHAMSTOWN area in Eastern Cape, South Africa. It is assigned the postal code 6139 for street deliveries by SAPO.
Which province is GRAHAMSTAD located in?
GRAHAMSTAD is located in Eastern Cape, South Africa, within the GRAHAMSTOWN area. Its street postal code is 6139.
What is the difference between a street code and a PO Box code?
A street code (6139 for GRAHAMSTAD) is used for physical address deliveries. A PO Box code (6140) 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 GRAHAMSTAD?
For online shopping deliveries including Takealot, Superbalist, Zando, and other SA retailers, enter 6139 when your delivery address is in GRAHAMSTAD, GRAHAMSTOWN, Eastern Cape.
Is the postal code for GRAHAMSTAD 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 GRAHAMSTAD is 6139 for street addresses. International forms requesting a zip code should be filled in with 6139.
How do I address a letter to GRAHAMSTAD?
For a street address: write the recipient name, street number and street name, then GRAHAMSTAD, GRAHAMSTOWN, Eastern Cape, and end with 6139. For a PO Box, use 6140.
What is my postal code if I live in GRAHAMSTAD?
If you live in GRAHAMSTAD in GRAHAMSTOWN, Eastern Cape, your postal code is 6139. Use this for government forms, banking, medical aid, insurance, and all official documents. If you receive mail via a PO Box, use 6140.
Can I use 6139 for courier deliveries to GRAHAMSTAD?
Yes. For courier and parcel deliveries to a physical address in GRAHAMSTAD, Eastern Cape, use 6139. All major South African couriers — The Courier Guy, Dawn Wing, DHL, PostNet — use this code to route deliveries into the GRAHAMSTOWN area.
What is the postcode for GRAHAMSTAD in South Africa?
The postcode for GRAHAMSTAD in South Africa is 6139 (street address) or 6140 (PO Box). The terms postcode, postal code, and zip code are all used interchangeably in South Africa.
What postal code do I use for GRAHAMSTAD on a government form?
For any South African government form, SARS submission, Home Affairs application, or municipality registration where your address is in GRAHAMSTAD, GRAHAMSTOWN, use the street postal code 6139.
How many digits is the postal code for GRAHAMSTAD?
The postal code for GRAHAMSTAD is a 4-digit number: 6139. 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 GRAHAMSTAD in GRAHAMSTOWN?
GRAHAMSTAD is located within the GRAHAMSTOWN postal delivery area of Eastern Cape. Browse our GRAHAMSTOWN area postal codes page to find codes for nearby suburbs.
What is the postal code for GRAHAMSTOWN in Eastern Cape?
Different suburbs within GRAHAMSTOWN, Eastern Cape may have different postal codes. For GRAHAMSTAD specifically, the street postal code is 6139. Visit our GRAHAMSTOWN 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. GRAHAMSTAD in GRAHAMSTOWN uses 6139. Browse our Eastern Cape postal codes page to explore all codes in the province.
Is 6139 used for SARS and tax returns?
Yes. When completing a SARS eFiling tax return or any SARS correspondence for an address in GRAHAMSTAD, GRAHAMSTOWN, enter 6139 as your postal code.
What postal code do I use for GRAHAMSTAD on online shopping sites?
Use 6139 for all online shopping deliveries to a physical address in GRAHAMSTAD. This is recognised by Takealot, Checkers Sixty60, Pick n Pay, Woolworths, and all major SA online retailers.
Can I verify the GRAHAMSTAD 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 GRAHAMSTAD in GRAHAMSTOWN, Eastern Cape is 6139 and the PO Box code is 6140.
Note: Postal code information for GRAHAMSTAD is sourced from the South African Post Office (SAPO). Always confirm codes directly with SAPO for critical correspondence.
More About GRAHAMSTAD Postal Code — GRAHAMSTOWN, Eastern Cape
1. What is the physical postal code of GRAHAMSTAD?
The physical street postal code of GRAHAMSTAD is 6139. This code covers all street-addressed properties in GRAHAMSTAD, GRAHAMSTOWN, Eastern Cape, South Africa. It is a 4-digit number assigned by the South African Post Office.
2. What is the zip code for GRAHAMSTAD, 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 GRAHAMSTAD in Eastern Cape is 6139. On international websites and forms that ask for a zip code, enter 6139.
3. What postal code does GRAHAMSTAD use for banking and insurance?
For all banking, insurance, and financial service registrations where your address is in GRAHAMSTAD, GRAHAMSTOWN, use the street code 6139. 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 GRAHAMSTAD?
The post code for GRAHAMSTAD is 6139 for street addresses in GRAHAMSTOWN, Eastern Cape. If you are posting to a PO Box in GRAHAMSTAD, the post code is 6140. South African post codes are always 4 digits.
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