Use for all physical street address deliveries, online shopping, courier bookings, and official forms.
PO Box Code
Use when addressing mail to a Post Office Box in KWA NDABA at the RICHARDS BAY Post Office.
Detail
Information
Suburb / Locality
KWA NDABA
Area / Town
RICHARDS BAY
Province
KwaZulu-Natal
Country
South Africa
Street Postal Code
3973
PO Box Postal Code
Postal Code Type
4-digit numeric (SAPO)
Also Known As
Zip code, postcode, area code, post code
📍 Location Details
Suburb: KWA NDABA
Area: RICHARDS BAY
Province: KwaZulu-Natal
Country: South Africa
📬 Postal Codes
Street Code: 3973
PO Box Code:
Issued by: South African Post Office (SAPO)
Format: 4-digit numeric
🚚 Courier & Delivery
Use code 3973 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 (3973) is used when addressing mail or parcels to a physical street address in KWA NDABA. This is the code to use on online shopping platforms, bank statements, courier bookings, and government forms.
The PO Box code () is used exclusively when sending mail to a Post Office Box rented at the RICHARDS 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 KWA NDABA in RICHARDS BAY, KwaZulu-Natal.
About KWA NDABA, RICHARDS BAY, KwaZulu-Natal
KWA NDABA is a suburb or locality situated in the RICHARDS BAY area of KwaZulu-Natal, 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 KWA NDABA is 3973 for street addresses and 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 KWA NDABA within the broader RICHARDS 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 KWA NDABA is 3973.
Frequently Asked Questions — KWA NDABA Postal Code
What is the postal code for KWA NDABA?
The postal code for KWA NDABA in RICHARDS BAY, KwaZulu-Natal is 3973 for street addresses and for PO Box addresses. These are 4-digit codes issued by the South African Post Office (SAPO).
What is the zip code for KWA NDABA?
South Africa uses postal codes rather than zip codes. The zip code equivalent for KWA NDABA, KwaZulu-Natal is 3973. On international forms that ask for a zip code, enter 3973 if your address is a street address in KWA NDABA.
What is the PO Box postal code for KWA NDABA?
The PO Box postal code for KWA NDABA in RICHARDS BAY is . Use this code when your mailing address is a Post Office Box. For physical street addresses, use 3973 instead.
What area does KWA NDABA fall under?
KWA NDABA falls under the RICHARDS BAY area in KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa. It is assigned the postal code 3973 for street deliveries by SAPO.
Which province is KWA NDABA located in?
KWA NDABA is located in KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa, within the RICHARDS BAY area. Its street postal code is 3973.
What is the difference between a street code and a PO Box code?
A street code (3973 for KWA NDABA) is used for physical address deliveries. A PO Box code () 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 KWA NDABA?
For online shopping deliveries including Takealot, Superbalist, Zando, and other SA retailers, enter 3973 when your delivery address is in KWA NDABA, RICHARDS BAY, KwaZulu-Natal.
Is the postal code for KWA NDABA 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 KWA NDABA is 3973 for street addresses. International forms requesting a zip code should be filled in with 3973.
How do I address a letter to KWA NDABA?
For a street address: write the recipient name, street number and street name, then KWA NDABA, RICHARDS BAY, KwaZulu-Natal, and end with 3973. For a PO Box, use .
What is my postal code if I live in KWA NDABA?
If you live in KWA NDABA in RICHARDS BAY, KwaZulu-Natal, your postal code is 3973. Use this for government forms, banking, medical aid, insurance, and all official documents. If you receive mail via a PO Box, use .
Can I use 3973 for courier deliveries to KWA NDABA?
Yes. For courier and parcel deliveries to a physical address in KWA NDABA, KwaZulu-Natal, use 3973. All major South African couriers — The Courier Guy, Dawn Wing, DHL, PostNet — use this code to route deliveries into the RICHARDS BAY area.
What is the postcode for KWA NDABA in South Africa?
The postcode for KWA NDABA in South Africa is 3973 (street address) or (PO Box). The terms postcode, postal code, and zip code are all used interchangeably in South Africa.
What postal code do I use for KWA NDABA on a government form?
For any South African government form, SARS submission, Home Affairs application, or municipality registration where your address is in KWA NDABA, RICHARDS BAY, use the street postal code 3973.
How many digits is the postal code for KWA NDABA?
The postal code for KWA NDABA is a 4-digit number: 3973. 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 KWA NDABA in RICHARDS BAY?
KWA NDABA is located within the RICHARDS BAY postal delivery area of KwaZulu-Natal. Browse our RICHARDS BAY area postal codes page to find codes for nearby suburbs.
What is the postal code for RICHARDS BAY in KwaZulu-Natal?
Different suburbs within RICHARDS BAY, KwaZulu-Natal may have different postal codes. For KWA NDABA specifically, the street postal code is 3973. Visit our RICHARDS BAY postal codes listing for all suburbs in this area.
What is the KwaZulu-Natal postal code range?
KwaZulu-Natal is served by multiple postal code ranges. KWA NDABA in RICHARDS BAY uses 3973. Browse our KwaZulu-Natal postal codes page to explore all codes in the province.
Is 3973 used for SARS and tax returns?
Yes. When completing a SARS eFiling tax return or any SARS correspondence for an address in KWA NDABA, RICHARDS BAY, enter 3973 as your postal code.
What postal code do I use for KWA NDABA on online shopping sites?
Use 3973 for all online shopping deliveries to a physical address in KWA NDABA. This is recognised by Takealot, Checkers Sixty60, Pick n Pay, Woolworths, and all major SA online retailers.
Can I verify the KWA NDABA 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 KWA NDABA in RICHARDS BAY, KwaZulu-Natal is 3973 and the PO Box code is .
Note: Postal code information for KWA NDABA is sourced from the South African Post Office (SAPO). Always confirm codes directly with SAPO for critical correspondence.
More About KWA NDABA Postal Code — RICHARDS BAY, KwaZulu-Natal
1. What is the physical postal code of KWA NDABA?
The physical street postal code of KWA NDABA is 3973. This code covers all street-addressed properties in KWA NDABA, RICHARDS BAY, KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa. It is a 4-digit number assigned by the South African Post Office.
2. What is the zip code for KWA NDABA, KwaZulu-Natal?
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 KWA NDABA in KwaZulu-Natal is 3973. On international websites and forms that ask for a zip code, enter 3973.
3. What postal code does KWA NDABA use for banking and insurance?
For all banking, insurance, and financial service registrations where your address is in KWA NDABA, RICHARDS BAY, use the street code 3973. 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 KWA NDABA?
The post code for KWA NDABA is 3973 for street addresses in RICHARDS BAY, KwaZulu-Natal. If you are posting to a PO Box in KWA NDABA, the post code is . South African post codes are always 4 digits.
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