Use for all physical street address deliveries, online shopping, courier bookings, and official forms.
PO Box Code
1949
Use when addressing mail to a Post Office Box in IRAQ at the SOSHANGUVE Post Office.
Detail
Information
Suburb / Locality
IRAQ
Area / Town
SOSHANGUVE
Province
Gauteng
Country
South Africa
Street Postal Code
1949
PO Box Postal Code
1949
Postal Code Type
4-digit numeric (SAPO)
Also Known As
Zip code, postcode, area code, post code
📍 Location Details
Suburb: IRAQ
Area: SOSHANGUVE
Province: Gauteng
Country: South Africa
📬 Postal Codes
Street Code: 1949
PO Box Code: 1949
Issued by: South African Post Office (SAPO)
Format: 4-digit numeric
🚚 Courier & Delivery
Use code 1949 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 (1949) is used when addressing mail or parcels to a physical street address in IRAQ. This is the code to use on online shopping platforms, bank statements, courier bookings, and government forms.
The PO Box code (1949) is used exclusively when sending mail to a Post Office Box rented at the SOSHANGUVE 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 IRAQ in SOSHANGUVE, Gauteng.
About IRAQ, SOSHANGUVE, Gauteng
IRAQ is a suburb or locality situated in the SOSHANGUVE 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 IRAQ is 1949 for street addresses and 1949 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 IRAQ within the broader SOSHANGUVE 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 IRAQ is 1949.
Frequently Asked Questions — IRAQ Postal Code
What is the postal code for IRAQ?
The postal code for IRAQ in SOSHANGUVE, Gauteng is 1949 for street addresses and 1949 for PO Box addresses. These are 4-digit codes issued by the South African Post Office (SAPO).
What is the zip code for IRAQ?
South Africa uses postal codes rather than zip codes. The zip code equivalent for IRAQ, Gauteng is 1949. On international forms that ask for a zip code, enter 1949 if your address is a street address in IRAQ.
What is the PO Box postal code for IRAQ?
The PO Box postal code for IRAQ in SOSHANGUVE is 1949. Use this code when your mailing address is a Post Office Box. For physical street addresses, use 1949 instead.
What area does IRAQ fall under?
IRAQ falls under the SOSHANGUVE area in Gauteng, South Africa. It is assigned the postal code 1949 for street deliveries by SAPO.
Which province is IRAQ located in?
IRAQ is located in Gauteng, South Africa, within the SOSHANGUVE area. Its street postal code is 1949.
What is the difference between a street code and a PO Box code?
A street code (1949 for IRAQ) is used for physical address deliveries. A PO Box code (1949) 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 IRAQ?
For online shopping deliveries including Takealot, Superbalist, Zando, and other SA retailers, enter 1949 when your delivery address is in IRAQ, SOSHANGUVE, Gauteng.
Is the postal code for IRAQ 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 IRAQ is 1949 for street addresses. International forms requesting a zip code should be filled in with 1949.
How do I address a letter to IRAQ?
For a street address: write the recipient name, street number and street name, then IRAQ, SOSHANGUVE, Gauteng, and end with 1949. For a PO Box, use 1949.
What is my postal code if I live in IRAQ?
If you live in IRAQ in SOSHANGUVE, Gauteng, your postal code is 1949. Use this for government forms, banking, medical aid, insurance, and all official documents. If you receive mail via a PO Box, use 1949.
Can I use 1949 for courier deliveries to IRAQ?
Yes. For courier and parcel deliveries to a physical address in IRAQ, Gauteng, use 1949. All major South African couriers — The Courier Guy, Dawn Wing, DHL, PostNet — use this code to route deliveries into the SOSHANGUVE area.
What is the postcode for IRAQ in South Africa?
The postcode for IRAQ in South Africa is 1949 (street address) or 1949 (PO Box). The terms postcode, postal code, and zip code are all used interchangeably in South Africa.
What postal code do I use for IRAQ on a government form?
For any South African government form, SARS submission, Home Affairs application, or municipality registration where your address is in IRAQ, SOSHANGUVE, use the street postal code 1949.
How many digits is the postal code for IRAQ?
The postal code for IRAQ is a 4-digit number: 1949. 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 IRAQ in SOSHANGUVE?
IRAQ is located within the SOSHANGUVE postal delivery area of Gauteng. Browse our SOSHANGUVE area postal codes page to find codes for nearby suburbs.
What is the postal code for SOSHANGUVE in Gauteng?
Different suburbs within SOSHANGUVE, Gauteng may have different postal codes. For IRAQ specifically, the street postal code is 1949. Visit our SOSHANGUVE postal codes listing for all suburbs in this area.
What is the Gauteng postal code range?
Gauteng is served by multiple postal code ranges. IRAQ in SOSHANGUVE uses 1949. Browse our Gauteng postal codes page to explore all codes in the province.
Is 1949 used for SARS and tax returns?
Yes. When completing a SARS eFiling tax return or any SARS correspondence for an address in IRAQ, SOSHANGUVE, enter 1949 as your postal code.
What postal code do I use for IRAQ on online shopping sites?
Use 1949 for all online shopping deliveries to a physical address in IRAQ. This is recognised by Takealot, Checkers Sixty60, Pick n Pay, Woolworths, and all major SA online retailers.
Can I verify the IRAQ 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 IRAQ in SOSHANGUVE, Gauteng is 1949 and the PO Box code is 1949.
Note: Postal code information for IRAQ is sourced from the South African Post Office (SAPO). Always confirm codes directly with SAPO for critical correspondence.
More About IRAQ Postal Code — SOSHANGUVE, Gauteng
1. What is the physical postal code of IRAQ?
The physical street postal code of IRAQ is 1949. This code covers all street-addressed properties in IRAQ, SOSHANGUVE, Gauteng, South Africa. It is a 4-digit number assigned by the South African Post Office.
2. What is the zip code for IRAQ, 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 IRAQ in Gauteng is 1949. On international websites and forms that ask for a zip code, enter 1949.
3. What postal code does IRAQ use for banking and insurance?
For all banking, insurance, and financial service registrations where your address is in IRAQ, SOSHANGUVE, use the street code 1949. 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 IRAQ?
The post code for IRAQ is 1949 for street addresses in SOSHANGUVE, Gauteng. If you are posting to a PO Box in IRAQ, the post code is 1949. South African post codes are always 4 digits.
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