Use for all physical street address deliveries, online shopping, courier bookings, and official forms.
PO Box Code
9978
Use when addressing mail to a Post Office Box in IPOPENG at the FAURESMITH Post Office.
Detail
Information
Suburb / Locality
IPOPENG
Area / Town
FAURESMITH
Province
Free State
Country
South Africa
Street Postal Code
9978
PO Box Postal Code
9978
Postal Code Type
4-digit numeric (SAPO)
Also Known As
Zip code, postcode, area code, post code
📍 Location Details
Suburb: IPOPENG
Area: FAURESMITH
Province: Free State
Country: South Africa
📬 Postal Codes
Street Code: 9978
PO Box Code: 9978
Issued by: South African Post Office (SAPO)
Format: 4-digit numeric
🚚 Courier & Delivery
Use code 9978 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 (9978) is used when addressing mail or parcels to a physical street address in IPOPENG. This is the code to use on online shopping platforms, bank statements, courier bookings, and government forms.
The PO Box code (9978) is used exclusively when sending mail to a Post Office Box rented at the FAURESMITH 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 IPOPENG in FAURESMITH, Free State.
About IPOPENG, FAURESMITH, Free State
IPOPENG is a suburb or locality situated in the FAURESMITH area of Free State, 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 IPOPENG is 9978 for street addresses and 9978 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 IPOPENG within the broader FAURESMITH 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 IPOPENG is 9978.
Frequently Asked Questions — IPOPENG Postal Code
What is the postal code for IPOPENG?
The postal code for IPOPENG in FAURESMITH, Free State is 9978 for street addresses and 9978 for PO Box addresses. These are 4-digit codes issued by the South African Post Office (SAPO).
What is the zip code for IPOPENG?
South Africa uses postal codes rather than zip codes. The zip code equivalent for IPOPENG, Free State is 9978. On international forms that ask for a zip code, enter 9978 if your address is a street address in IPOPENG.
What is the PO Box postal code for IPOPENG?
The PO Box postal code for IPOPENG in FAURESMITH is 9978. Use this code when your mailing address is a Post Office Box. For physical street addresses, use 9978 instead.
What area does IPOPENG fall under?
IPOPENG falls under the FAURESMITH area in Free State, South Africa. It is assigned the postal code 9978 for street deliveries by SAPO.
Which province is IPOPENG located in?
IPOPENG is located in Free State, South Africa, within the FAURESMITH area. Its street postal code is 9978.
What is the difference between a street code and a PO Box code?
A street code (9978 for IPOPENG) is used for physical address deliveries. A PO Box code (9978) 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 IPOPENG?
For online shopping deliveries including Takealot, Superbalist, Zando, and other SA retailers, enter 9978 when your delivery address is in IPOPENG, FAURESMITH, Free State.
Is the postal code for IPOPENG 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 IPOPENG is 9978 for street addresses. International forms requesting a zip code should be filled in with 9978.
How do I address a letter to IPOPENG?
For a street address: write the recipient name, street number and street name, then IPOPENG, FAURESMITH, Free State, and end with 9978. For a PO Box, use 9978.
What is my postal code if I live in IPOPENG?
If you live in IPOPENG in FAURESMITH, Free State, your postal code is 9978. Use this for government forms, banking, medical aid, insurance, and all official documents. If you receive mail via a PO Box, use 9978.
Can I use 9978 for courier deliveries to IPOPENG?
Yes. For courier and parcel deliveries to a physical address in IPOPENG, Free State, use 9978. All major South African couriers — The Courier Guy, Dawn Wing, DHL, PostNet — use this code to route deliveries into the FAURESMITH area.
What is the postcode for IPOPENG in South Africa?
The postcode for IPOPENG in South Africa is 9978 (street address) or 9978 (PO Box). The terms postcode, postal code, and zip code are all used interchangeably in South Africa.
What postal code do I use for IPOPENG on a government form?
For any South African government form, SARS submission, Home Affairs application, or municipality registration where your address is in IPOPENG, FAURESMITH, use the street postal code 9978.
How many digits is the postal code for IPOPENG?
The postal code for IPOPENG is a 4-digit number: 9978. 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 IPOPENG in FAURESMITH?
IPOPENG is located within the FAURESMITH postal delivery area of Free State. Browse our FAURESMITH area postal codes page to find codes for nearby suburbs.
What is the postal code for FAURESMITH in Free State?
Different suburbs within FAURESMITH, Free State may have different postal codes. For IPOPENG specifically, the street postal code is 9978. Visit our FAURESMITH postal codes listing for all suburbs in this area.
What is the Free State postal code range?
Free State is served by multiple postal code ranges. IPOPENG in FAURESMITH uses 9978. Browse our Free State postal codes page to explore all codes in the province.
Is 9978 used for SARS and tax returns?
Yes. When completing a SARS eFiling tax return or any SARS correspondence for an address in IPOPENG, FAURESMITH, enter 9978 as your postal code.
What postal code do I use for IPOPENG on online shopping sites?
Use 9978 for all online shopping deliveries to a physical address in IPOPENG. This is recognised by Takealot, Checkers Sixty60, Pick n Pay, Woolworths, and all major SA online retailers.
Can I verify the IPOPENG 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 IPOPENG in FAURESMITH, Free State is 9978 and the PO Box code is 9978.
Note: Postal code information for IPOPENG is sourced from the South African Post Office (SAPO). Always confirm codes directly with SAPO for critical correspondence.
More About IPOPENG Postal Code — FAURESMITH, Free State
1. What is the physical postal code of IPOPENG?
The physical street postal code of IPOPENG is 9978. This code covers all street-addressed properties in IPOPENG, FAURESMITH, Free State, South Africa. It is a 4-digit number assigned by the South African Post Office.
2. What is the zip code for IPOPENG, Free State?
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 IPOPENG in Free State is 9978. On international websites and forms that ask for a zip code, enter 9978.
3. What postal code does IPOPENG use for banking and insurance?
For all banking, insurance, and financial service registrations where your address is in IPOPENG, FAURESMITH, use the street code 9978. 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 IPOPENG?
The post code for IPOPENG is 9978 for street addresses in FAURESMITH, Free State. If you are posting to a PO Box in IPOPENG, the post code is 9978. South African post codes are always 4 digits.
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