Use for all physical street address deliveries, online shopping, courier bookings, and official forms.
PO Box Code
2873
Use when addressing mail to a Post Office Box in LOBATLA at the LERATO Post Office.
Detail
Information
Suburb / Locality
LOBATLA
Area / Town
LERATO
Province
Gauteng
Country
South Africa
Street Postal Code
PO Box Postal Code
2873
Postal Code Type
4-digit numeric (SAPO)
Also Known As
Zip code, postcode, area code, post code
📍 Location Details
Suburb: LOBATLA
Area: LERATO
Province: Gauteng
Country: South Africa
📬 Postal Codes
Street Code:
PO Box Code: 2873
Issued by: South African Post Office (SAPO)
Format: 4-digit numeric
🚚 Courier & Delivery
Use code 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 () is used when addressing mail or parcels to a physical street address in LOBATLA. This is the code to use on online shopping platforms, bank statements, courier bookings, and government forms.
The PO Box code (2873) is used exclusively when sending mail to a Post Office Box rented at the LERATO 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 LOBATLA in LERATO, Gauteng.
About LOBATLA, LERATO, Gauteng
LOBATLA is a suburb or locality situated in the LERATO 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 LOBATLA is for street addresses and 2873 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 LOBATLA within the broader LERATO 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 LOBATLA is .
Frequently Asked Questions — LOBATLA Postal Code
What is the postal code for LOBATLA?
The postal code for LOBATLA in LERATO, Gauteng is for street addresses and 2873 for PO Box addresses. These are 4-digit codes issued by the South African Post Office (SAPO).
What is the zip code for LOBATLA?
South Africa uses postal codes rather than zip codes. The zip code equivalent for LOBATLA, Gauteng is . On international forms that ask for a zip code, enter if your address is a street address in LOBATLA.
What is the PO Box postal code for LOBATLA?
The PO Box postal code for LOBATLA in LERATO is 2873. Use this code when your mailing address is a Post Office Box. For physical street addresses, use instead.
What area does LOBATLA fall under?
LOBATLA falls under the LERATO area in Gauteng, South Africa. It is assigned the postal code for street deliveries by SAPO.
Which province is LOBATLA located in?
LOBATLA is located in Gauteng, South Africa, within the LERATO area. Its street postal code is .
What is the difference between a street code and a PO Box code?
A street code ( for LOBATLA) is used for physical address deliveries. A PO Box code (2873) 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 LOBATLA?
For online shopping deliveries including Takealot, Superbalist, Zando, and other SA retailers, enter when your delivery address is in LOBATLA, LERATO, Gauteng.
Is the postal code for LOBATLA 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 LOBATLA is for street addresses. International forms requesting a zip code should be filled in with .
How do I address a letter to LOBATLA?
For a street address: write the recipient name, street number and street name, then LOBATLA, LERATO, Gauteng, and end with . For a PO Box, use 2873.
What is my postal code if I live in LOBATLA?
If you live in LOBATLA in LERATO, Gauteng, your postal code is . Use this for government forms, banking, medical aid, insurance, and all official documents. If you receive mail via a PO Box, use 2873.
Can I use for courier deliveries to LOBATLA?
Yes. For courier and parcel deliveries to a physical address in LOBATLA, Gauteng, use . All major South African couriers — The Courier Guy, Dawn Wing, DHL, PostNet — use this code to route deliveries into the LERATO area.
What is the postcode for LOBATLA in South Africa?
The postcode for LOBATLA in South Africa is (street address) or 2873 (PO Box). The terms postcode, postal code, and zip code are all used interchangeably in South Africa.
What postal code do I use for LOBATLA on a government form?
For any South African government form, SARS submission, Home Affairs application, or municipality registration where your address is in LOBATLA, LERATO, use the street postal code .
How many digits is the postal code for LOBATLA?
The postal code for LOBATLA is a 4-digit number: . 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 LOBATLA in LERATO?
LOBATLA is located within the LERATO postal delivery area of Gauteng. Browse our LERATO area postal codes page to find codes for nearby suburbs.
What is the postal code for LERATO in Gauteng?
Different suburbs within LERATO, Gauteng may have different postal codes. For LOBATLA specifically, the street postal code is . Visit our LERATO postal codes listing for all suburbs in this area.
What is the Gauteng postal code range?
Gauteng is served by multiple postal code ranges. LOBATLA in LERATO uses . Browse our Gauteng postal codes page to explore all codes in the province.
Is used for SARS and tax returns?
Yes. When completing a SARS eFiling tax return or any SARS correspondence for an address in LOBATLA, LERATO, enter as your postal code.
What postal code do I use for LOBATLA on online shopping sites?
Use for all online shopping deliveries to a physical address in LOBATLA. This is recognised by Takealot, Checkers Sixty60, Pick n Pay, Woolworths, and all major SA online retailers.
Can I verify the LOBATLA 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 LOBATLA in LERATO, Gauteng is and the PO Box code is 2873.
Note: Postal code information for LOBATLA is sourced from the South African Post Office (SAPO). Always confirm codes directly with SAPO for critical correspondence.
More About LOBATLA Postal Code — LERATO, Gauteng
1. What is the physical postal code of LOBATLA?
The physical street postal code of LOBATLA is . This code covers all street-addressed properties in LOBATLA, LERATO, Gauteng, South Africa. It is a 4-digit number assigned by the South African Post Office.
2. What is the zip code for LOBATLA, 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 LOBATLA in Gauteng is . On international websites and forms that ask for a zip code, enter .
3. What postal code does LOBATLA use for banking and insurance?
For all banking, insurance, and financial service registrations where your address is in LOBATLA, LERATO, use the street code . 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 LOBATLA?
The post code for LOBATLA is for street addresses in LERATO, Gauteng. If you are posting to a PO Box in LOBATLA, the post code is 2873. South African post codes are always 4 digits.
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