Use for all physical street address deliveries, online shopping, courier bookings, and official forms.
PO Box Code
6511
Use when addressing mail to a Post Office Box in HEIDERAND at the MOSSEL BAY Post Office.
Detail
Information
Suburb / Locality
HEIDERAND
Area / Town
MOSSEL BAY
Province
Western Cape
Country
South Africa
Street Postal Code
6506
PO Box Postal Code
6511
Postal Code Type
4-digit numeric (SAPO)
Also Known As
Zip code, postcode, area code, post code
📍 Location Details
Suburb: HEIDERAND
Area: MOSSEL BAY
Province: Western Cape
Country: South Africa
📬 Postal Codes
Street Code: 6506
PO Box Code: 6511
Issued by: South African Post Office (SAPO)
Format: 4-digit numeric
🚚 Courier & Delivery
Use code 6506 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 (6506) is used when addressing mail or parcels to a physical street address in HEIDERAND. This is the code to use on online shopping platforms, bank statements, courier bookings, and government forms.
The PO Box code (6511) is used exclusively when sending mail to a Post Office Box rented at the MOSSEL BAY 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 HEIDERAND in MOSSEL BAY, Western Cape.
About HEIDERAND, MOSSEL BAY, Western Cape
HEIDERAND is a suburb or locality situated in the MOSSEL BAY area of Western 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 HEIDERAND is 6506 for street addresses and 6511 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 HEIDERAND within the broader MOSSEL BAY 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 HEIDERAND is 6506.
Frequently Asked Questions — HEIDERAND Postal Code
What is the postal code for HEIDERAND?
The postal code for HEIDERAND in MOSSEL BAY, Western Cape is 6506 for street addresses and 6511 for PO Box addresses. These are 4-digit codes issued by the South African Post Office (SAPO).
What is the zip code for HEIDERAND?
South Africa uses postal codes rather than zip codes. The zip code equivalent for HEIDERAND, Western Cape is 6506. On international forms that ask for a zip code, enter 6506 if your address is a street address in HEIDERAND.
What is the PO Box postal code for HEIDERAND?
The PO Box postal code for HEIDERAND in MOSSEL BAY is 6511. Use this code when your mailing address is a Post Office Box. For physical street addresses, use 6506 instead.
What area does HEIDERAND fall under?
HEIDERAND falls under the MOSSEL BAY area in Western Cape, South Africa. It is assigned the postal code 6506 for street deliveries by SAPO.
Which province is HEIDERAND located in?
HEIDERAND is located in Western Cape, South Africa, within the MOSSEL BAY area. Its street postal code is 6506.
What is the difference between a street code and a PO Box code?
A street code (6506 for HEIDERAND) is used for physical address deliveries. A PO Box code (6511) 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 HEIDERAND?
For online shopping deliveries including Takealot, Superbalist, Zando, and other SA retailers, enter 6506 when your delivery address is in HEIDERAND, MOSSEL BAY, Western Cape.
Is the postal code for HEIDERAND 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 HEIDERAND is 6506 for street addresses. International forms requesting a zip code should be filled in with 6506.
How do I address a letter to HEIDERAND?
For a street address: write the recipient name, street number and street name, then HEIDERAND, MOSSEL BAY, Western Cape, and end with 6506. For a PO Box, use 6511.
What is my postal code if I live in HEIDERAND?
If you live in HEIDERAND in MOSSEL BAY, Western Cape, your postal code is 6506. Use this for government forms, banking, medical aid, insurance, and all official documents. If you receive mail via a PO Box, use 6511.
Can I use 6506 for courier deliveries to HEIDERAND?
Yes. For courier and parcel deliveries to a physical address in HEIDERAND, Western Cape, use 6506. All major South African couriers — The Courier Guy, Dawn Wing, DHL, PostNet — use this code to route deliveries into the MOSSEL BAY area.
What is the postcode for HEIDERAND in South Africa?
The postcode for HEIDERAND in South Africa is 6506 (street address) or 6511 (PO Box). The terms postcode, postal code, and zip code are all used interchangeably in South Africa.
What postal code do I use for HEIDERAND on a government form?
For any South African government form, SARS submission, Home Affairs application, or municipality registration where your address is in HEIDERAND, MOSSEL BAY, use the street postal code 6506.
How many digits is the postal code for HEIDERAND?
The postal code for HEIDERAND is a 4-digit number: 6506. 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 HEIDERAND in MOSSEL BAY?
HEIDERAND is located within the MOSSEL BAY postal delivery area of Western Cape. Browse our MOSSEL BAY area postal codes page to find codes for nearby suburbs.
What is the postal code for MOSSEL BAY in Western Cape?
Different suburbs within MOSSEL BAY, Western Cape may have different postal codes. For HEIDERAND specifically, the street postal code is 6506. Visit our MOSSEL BAY postal codes listing for all suburbs in this area.
What is the Western Cape postal code range?
Western Cape is served by multiple postal code ranges. HEIDERAND in MOSSEL BAY uses 6506. Browse our Western Cape postal codes page to explore all codes in the province.
Is 6506 used for SARS and tax returns?
Yes. When completing a SARS eFiling tax return or any SARS correspondence for an address in HEIDERAND, MOSSEL BAY, enter 6506 as your postal code.
What postal code do I use for HEIDERAND on online shopping sites?
Use 6506 for all online shopping deliveries to a physical address in HEIDERAND. This is recognised by Takealot, Checkers Sixty60, Pick n Pay, Woolworths, and all major SA online retailers.
Can I verify the HEIDERAND 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 HEIDERAND in MOSSEL BAY, Western Cape is 6506 and the PO Box code is 6511.
Note: Postal code information for HEIDERAND is sourced from the South African Post Office (SAPO). Always confirm codes directly with SAPO for critical correspondence.
More About HEIDERAND Postal Code — MOSSEL BAY, Western Cape
1. What is the physical postal code of HEIDERAND?
The physical street postal code of HEIDERAND is 6506. This code covers all street-addressed properties in HEIDERAND, MOSSEL BAY, Western Cape, South Africa. It is a 4-digit number assigned by the South African Post Office.
2. What is the zip code for HEIDERAND, Western 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 HEIDERAND in Western Cape is 6506. On international websites and forms that ask for a zip code, enter 6506.
3. What postal code does HEIDERAND use for banking and insurance?
For all banking, insurance, and financial service registrations where your address is in HEIDERAND, MOSSEL BAY, use the street code 6506. 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 HEIDERAND?
The post code for HEIDERAND is 6506 for street addresses in MOSSEL BAY, Western Cape. If you are posting to a PO Box in HEIDERAND, the post code is 6511. South African post codes are always 4 digits.
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