Use for all physical street address deliveries, online shopping, courier bookings, and official forms.
PO Box Code
3291
Use when addressing mail to a Post Office Box in MAFAKATHINI at the MERRIVALE Post Office.
Detail
Information
Suburb / Locality
MAFAKATHINI
Area / Town
MERRIVALE
Province
KwaZulu-Natal
Country
South Africa
Street Postal Code
PO Box Postal Code
3291
Postal Code Type
4-digit numeric (SAPO)
Also Known As
Zip code, postcode, area code, post code
📍 Location Details
Suburb: MAFAKATHINI
Area: MERRIVALE
Province: KwaZulu-Natal
Country: South Africa
📬 Postal Codes
Street Code:
PO Box Code: 3291
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 MAFAKATHINI. This is the code to use on online shopping platforms, bank statements, courier bookings, and government forms.
The PO Box code (3291) is used exclusively when sending mail to a Post Office Box rented at the MERRIVALE 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 MAFAKATHINI in MERRIVALE, KwaZulu-Natal.
About MAFAKATHINI, MERRIVALE, KwaZulu-Natal
MAFAKATHINI is a suburb or locality situated in the MERRIVALE 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 MAFAKATHINI is for street addresses and 3291 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 MAFAKATHINI within the broader MERRIVALE 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 MAFAKATHINI is .
Frequently Asked Questions — MAFAKATHINI Postal Code
What is the postal code for MAFAKATHINI?
The postal code for MAFAKATHINI in MERRIVALE, KwaZulu-Natal is for street addresses and 3291 for PO Box addresses. These are 4-digit codes issued by the South African Post Office (SAPO).
What is the zip code for MAFAKATHINI?
South Africa uses postal codes rather than zip codes. The zip code equivalent for MAFAKATHINI, KwaZulu-Natal is . On international forms that ask for a zip code, enter if your address is a street address in MAFAKATHINI.
What is the PO Box postal code for MAFAKATHINI?
The PO Box postal code for MAFAKATHINI in MERRIVALE is 3291. Use this code when your mailing address is a Post Office Box. For physical street addresses, use instead.
What area does MAFAKATHINI fall under?
MAFAKATHINI falls under the MERRIVALE area in KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa. It is assigned the postal code for street deliveries by SAPO.
Which province is MAFAKATHINI located in?
MAFAKATHINI is located in KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa, within the MERRIVALE area. Its street postal code is .
What is the difference between a street code and a PO Box code?
A street code ( for MAFAKATHINI) is used for physical address deliveries. A PO Box code (3291) 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 MAFAKATHINI?
For online shopping deliveries including Takealot, Superbalist, Zando, and other SA retailers, enter when your delivery address is in MAFAKATHINI, MERRIVALE, KwaZulu-Natal.
Is the postal code for MAFAKATHINI 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 MAFAKATHINI is for street addresses. International forms requesting a zip code should be filled in with .
How do I address a letter to MAFAKATHINI?
For a street address: write the recipient name, street number and street name, then MAFAKATHINI, MERRIVALE, KwaZulu-Natal, and end with . For a PO Box, use 3291.
What is my postal code if I live in MAFAKATHINI?
If you live in MAFAKATHINI in MERRIVALE, KwaZulu-Natal, 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 3291.
Can I use for courier deliveries to MAFAKATHINI?
Yes. For courier and parcel deliveries to a physical address in MAFAKATHINI, KwaZulu-Natal, use . All major South African couriers — The Courier Guy, Dawn Wing, DHL, PostNet — use this code to route deliveries into the MERRIVALE area.
What is the postcode for MAFAKATHINI in South Africa?
The postcode for MAFAKATHINI in South Africa is (street address) or 3291 (PO Box). The terms postcode, postal code, and zip code are all used interchangeably in South Africa.
What postal code do I use for MAFAKATHINI on a government form?
For any South African government form, SARS submission, Home Affairs application, or municipality registration where your address is in MAFAKATHINI, MERRIVALE, use the street postal code .
How many digits is the postal code for MAFAKATHINI?
The postal code for MAFAKATHINI 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 MAFAKATHINI in MERRIVALE?
MAFAKATHINI is located within the MERRIVALE postal delivery area of KwaZulu-Natal. Browse our MERRIVALE area postal codes page to find codes for nearby suburbs.
What is the postal code for MERRIVALE in KwaZulu-Natal?
Different suburbs within MERRIVALE, KwaZulu-Natal may have different postal codes. For MAFAKATHINI specifically, the street postal code is . Visit our MERRIVALE 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. MAFAKATHINI in MERRIVALE uses . Browse our KwaZulu-Natal 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 MAFAKATHINI, MERRIVALE, enter as your postal code.
What postal code do I use for MAFAKATHINI on online shopping sites?
Use for all online shopping deliveries to a physical address in MAFAKATHINI. This is recognised by Takealot, Checkers Sixty60, Pick n Pay, Woolworths, and all major SA online retailers.
Can I verify the MAFAKATHINI 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 MAFAKATHINI in MERRIVALE, KwaZulu-Natal is and the PO Box code is 3291.
Note: Postal code information for MAFAKATHINI is sourced from the South African Post Office (SAPO). Always confirm codes directly with SAPO for critical correspondence.
More About MAFAKATHINI Postal Code — MERRIVALE, KwaZulu-Natal
1. What is the physical postal code of MAFAKATHINI?
The physical street postal code of MAFAKATHINI is . This code covers all street-addressed properties in MAFAKATHINI, MERRIVALE, KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa. It is a 4-digit number assigned by the South African Post Office.
2. What is the zip code for MAFAKATHINI, 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 MAFAKATHINI in KwaZulu-Natal is . On international websites and forms that ask for a zip code, enter .
3. What postal code does MAFAKATHINI use for banking and insurance?
For all banking, insurance, and financial service registrations where your address is in MAFAKATHINI, MERRIVALE, 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 MAFAKATHINI?
The post code for MAFAKATHINI is for street addresses in MERRIVALE, KwaZulu-Natal. If you are posting to a PO Box in MAFAKATHINI, the post code is 3291. South African post codes are always 4 digits.
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