Use for all physical street address deliveries, online shopping, courier bookings, and official forms.
PO Box Code
0847
Use when addressing mail to a Post Office Box in MAHEKGWE at the GAKGAPANE Post Office.
Detail
Information
Suburb / Locality
MAHEKGWE
Area / Town
GAKGAPANE
Province
Limpopo
Country
South Africa
Street Postal Code
PO Box Postal Code
0847
Postal Code Type
4-digit numeric (SAPO)
Also Known As
Zip code, postcode, area code, post code
📍 Location Details
Suburb: MAHEKGWE
Area: GAKGAPANE
Province: Limpopo
Country: South Africa
📬 Postal Codes
Street Code:
PO Box Code: 0847
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 MAHEKGWE. This is the code to use on online shopping platforms, bank statements, courier bookings, and government forms.
The PO Box code (0847) is used exclusively when sending mail to a Post Office Box rented at the GAKGAPANE 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 MAHEKGWE in GAKGAPANE, Limpopo.
About MAHEKGWE, GAKGAPANE, Limpopo
MAHEKGWE is a suburb or locality situated in the GAKGAPANE area of Limpopo, 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 MAHEKGWE is for street addresses and 0847 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 MAHEKGWE within the broader GAKGAPANE 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 MAHEKGWE is .
Frequently Asked Questions — MAHEKGWE Postal Code
What is the postal code for MAHEKGWE?
The postal code for MAHEKGWE in GAKGAPANE, Limpopo is for street addresses and 0847 for PO Box addresses. These are 4-digit codes issued by the South African Post Office (SAPO).
What is the zip code for MAHEKGWE?
South Africa uses postal codes rather than zip codes. The zip code equivalent for MAHEKGWE, Limpopo is . On international forms that ask for a zip code, enter if your address is a street address in MAHEKGWE.
What is the PO Box postal code for MAHEKGWE?
The PO Box postal code for MAHEKGWE in GAKGAPANE is 0847. Use this code when your mailing address is a Post Office Box. For physical street addresses, use instead.
What area does MAHEKGWE fall under?
MAHEKGWE falls under the GAKGAPANE area in Limpopo, South Africa. It is assigned the postal code for street deliveries by SAPO.
Which province is MAHEKGWE located in?
MAHEKGWE is located in Limpopo, South Africa, within the GAKGAPANE area. Its street postal code is .
What is the difference between a street code and a PO Box code?
A street code ( for MAHEKGWE) is used for physical address deliveries. A PO Box code (0847) 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 MAHEKGWE?
For online shopping deliveries including Takealot, Superbalist, Zando, and other SA retailers, enter when your delivery address is in MAHEKGWE, GAKGAPANE, Limpopo.
Is the postal code for MAHEKGWE 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 MAHEKGWE is for street addresses. International forms requesting a zip code should be filled in with .
How do I address a letter to MAHEKGWE?
For a street address: write the recipient name, street number and street name, then MAHEKGWE, GAKGAPANE, Limpopo, and end with . For a PO Box, use 0847.
What is my postal code if I live in MAHEKGWE?
If you live in MAHEKGWE in GAKGAPANE, Limpopo, 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 0847.
Can I use for courier deliveries to MAHEKGWE?
Yes. For courier and parcel deliveries to a physical address in MAHEKGWE, Limpopo, use . All major South African couriers — The Courier Guy, Dawn Wing, DHL, PostNet — use this code to route deliveries into the GAKGAPANE area.
What is the postcode for MAHEKGWE in South Africa?
The postcode for MAHEKGWE in South Africa is (street address) or 0847 (PO Box). The terms postcode, postal code, and zip code are all used interchangeably in South Africa.
What postal code do I use for MAHEKGWE on a government form?
For any South African government form, SARS submission, Home Affairs application, or municipality registration where your address is in MAHEKGWE, GAKGAPANE, use the street postal code .
How many digits is the postal code for MAHEKGWE?
The postal code for MAHEKGWE 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 MAHEKGWE in GAKGAPANE?
MAHEKGWE is located within the GAKGAPANE postal delivery area of Limpopo. Browse our GAKGAPANE area postal codes page to find codes for nearby suburbs.
What is the postal code for GAKGAPANE in Limpopo?
Different suburbs within GAKGAPANE, Limpopo may have different postal codes. For MAHEKGWE specifically, the street postal code is . Visit our GAKGAPANE postal codes listing for all suburbs in this area.
What is the Limpopo postal code range?
Limpopo is served by multiple postal code ranges. MAHEKGWE in GAKGAPANE uses . Browse our Limpopo 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 MAHEKGWE, GAKGAPANE, enter as your postal code.
What postal code do I use for MAHEKGWE on online shopping sites?
Use for all online shopping deliveries to a physical address in MAHEKGWE. This is recognised by Takealot, Checkers Sixty60, Pick n Pay, Woolworths, and all major SA online retailers.
Can I verify the MAHEKGWE 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 MAHEKGWE in GAKGAPANE, Limpopo is and the PO Box code is 0847.
Note: Postal code information for MAHEKGWE is sourced from the South African Post Office (SAPO). Always confirm codes directly with SAPO for critical correspondence.
More About MAHEKGWE Postal Code — GAKGAPANE, Limpopo
1. What is the physical postal code of MAHEKGWE?
The physical street postal code of MAHEKGWE is . This code covers all street-addressed properties in MAHEKGWE, GAKGAPANE, Limpopo, South Africa. It is a 4-digit number assigned by the South African Post Office.
2. What is the zip code for MAHEKGWE, Limpopo?
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 MAHEKGWE in Limpopo is . On international websites and forms that ask for a zip code, enter .
3. What postal code does MAHEKGWE use for banking and insurance?
For all banking, insurance, and financial service registrations where your address is in MAHEKGWE, GAKGAPANE, 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 MAHEKGWE?
The post code for MAHEKGWE is for street addresses in GAKGAPANE, Limpopo. If you are posting to a PO Box in MAHEKGWE, the post code is 0847. South African post codes are always 4 digits.
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