Use for all physical street address deliveries, online shopping, courier bookings, and official forms.
PO Box Code
7465
Use when addressing mail to a Post Office Box in LAVISTOWN at the MATROOSFONTEIN Post Office.
Detail
Information
Suburb / Locality
LAVISTOWN
Area / Town
MATROOSFONTEIN
Province
Western Cape
Country
South Africa
Street Postal Code
7490
PO Box Postal Code
7465
Postal Code Type
4-digit numeric (SAPO)
Also Known As
Zip code, postcode, area code, post code
📍 Location Details
Suburb: LAVISTOWN
Area: MATROOSFONTEIN
Province: Western Cape
Country: South Africa
📬 Postal Codes
Street Code: 7490
PO Box Code: 7465
Issued by: South African Post Office (SAPO)
Format: 4-digit numeric
🚚 Courier & Delivery
Use code 7490 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 (7490) is used when addressing mail or parcels to a physical street address in LAVISTOWN. This is the code to use on online shopping platforms, bank statements, courier bookings, and government forms.
The PO Box code (7465) is used exclusively when sending mail to a Post Office Box rented at the MATROOSFONTEIN 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 LAVISTOWN in MATROOSFONTEIN, Western Cape.
About LAVISTOWN, MATROOSFONTEIN, Western Cape
LAVISTOWN is a suburb or locality situated in the MATROOSFONTEIN 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 LAVISTOWN is 7490 for street addresses and 7465 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 LAVISTOWN within the broader MATROOSFONTEIN 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 LAVISTOWN is 7490.
Frequently Asked Questions — LAVISTOWN Postal Code
What is the postal code for LAVISTOWN?
The postal code for LAVISTOWN in MATROOSFONTEIN, Western Cape is 7490 for street addresses and 7465 for PO Box addresses. These are 4-digit codes issued by the South African Post Office (SAPO).
What is the zip code for LAVISTOWN?
South Africa uses postal codes rather than zip codes. The zip code equivalent for LAVISTOWN, Western Cape is 7490. On international forms that ask for a zip code, enter 7490 if your address is a street address in LAVISTOWN.
What is the PO Box postal code for LAVISTOWN?
The PO Box postal code for LAVISTOWN in MATROOSFONTEIN is 7465. Use this code when your mailing address is a Post Office Box. For physical street addresses, use 7490 instead.
What area does LAVISTOWN fall under?
LAVISTOWN falls under the MATROOSFONTEIN area in Western Cape, South Africa. It is assigned the postal code 7490 for street deliveries by SAPO.
Which province is LAVISTOWN located in?
LAVISTOWN is located in Western Cape, South Africa, within the MATROOSFONTEIN area. Its street postal code is 7490.
What is the difference between a street code and a PO Box code?
A street code (7490 for LAVISTOWN) is used for physical address deliveries. A PO Box code (7465) 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 LAVISTOWN?
For online shopping deliveries including Takealot, Superbalist, Zando, and other SA retailers, enter 7490 when your delivery address is in LAVISTOWN, MATROOSFONTEIN, Western Cape.
Is the postal code for LAVISTOWN 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 LAVISTOWN is 7490 for street addresses. International forms requesting a zip code should be filled in with 7490.
How do I address a letter to LAVISTOWN?
For a street address: write the recipient name, street number and street name, then LAVISTOWN, MATROOSFONTEIN, Western Cape, and end with 7490. For a PO Box, use 7465.
What is my postal code if I live in LAVISTOWN?
If you live in LAVISTOWN in MATROOSFONTEIN, Western Cape, your postal code is 7490. Use this for government forms, banking, medical aid, insurance, and all official documents. If you receive mail via a PO Box, use 7465.
Can I use 7490 for courier deliveries to LAVISTOWN?
Yes. For courier and parcel deliveries to a physical address in LAVISTOWN, Western Cape, use 7490. All major South African couriers — The Courier Guy, Dawn Wing, DHL, PostNet — use this code to route deliveries into the MATROOSFONTEIN area.
What is the postcode for LAVISTOWN in South Africa?
The postcode for LAVISTOWN in South Africa is 7490 (street address) or 7465 (PO Box). The terms postcode, postal code, and zip code are all used interchangeably in South Africa.
What postal code do I use for LAVISTOWN on a government form?
For any South African government form, SARS submission, Home Affairs application, or municipality registration where your address is in LAVISTOWN, MATROOSFONTEIN, use the street postal code 7490.
How many digits is the postal code for LAVISTOWN?
The postal code for LAVISTOWN is a 4-digit number: 7490. 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 LAVISTOWN in MATROOSFONTEIN?
LAVISTOWN is located within the MATROOSFONTEIN postal delivery area of Western Cape. Browse our MATROOSFONTEIN area postal codes page to find codes for nearby suburbs.
What is the postal code for MATROOSFONTEIN in Western Cape?
Different suburbs within MATROOSFONTEIN, Western Cape may have different postal codes. For LAVISTOWN specifically, the street postal code is 7490. Visit our MATROOSFONTEIN 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. LAVISTOWN in MATROOSFONTEIN uses 7490. Browse our Western Cape postal codes page to explore all codes in the province.
Is 7490 used for SARS and tax returns?
Yes. When completing a SARS eFiling tax return or any SARS correspondence for an address in LAVISTOWN, MATROOSFONTEIN, enter 7490 as your postal code.
What postal code do I use for LAVISTOWN on online shopping sites?
Use 7490 for all online shopping deliveries to a physical address in LAVISTOWN. This is recognised by Takealot, Checkers Sixty60, Pick n Pay, Woolworths, and all major SA online retailers.
Can I verify the LAVISTOWN 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 LAVISTOWN in MATROOSFONTEIN, Western Cape is 7490 and the PO Box code is 7465.
Note: Postal code information for LAVISTOWN is sourced from the South African Post Office (SAPO). Always confirm codes directly with SAPO for critical correspondence.
More About LAVISTOWN Postal Code — MATROOSFONTEIN, Western Cape
1. What is the physical postal code of LAVISTOWN?
The physical street postal code of LAVISTOWN is 7490. This code covers all street-addressed properties in LAVISTOWN, MATROOSFONTEIN, Western Cape, South Africa. It is a 4-digit number assigned by the South African Post Office.
2. What is the zip code for LAVISTOWN, 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 LAVISTOWN in Western Cape is 7490. On international websites and forms that ask for a zip code, enter 7490.
3. What postal code does LAVISTOWN use for banking and insurance?
For all banking, insurance, and financial service registrations where your address is in LAVISTOWN, MATROOSFONTEIN, use the street code 7490. 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 LAVISTOWN?
The post code for LAVISTOWN is 7490 for street addresses in MATROOSFONTEIN, Western Cape. If you are posting to a PO Box in LAVISTOWN, the post code is 7465. South African post codes are always 4 digits.
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