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 MAPETLA UIT at the TSHIAWELO Post Office.
Detail
Information
Suburb / Locality
MAPETLA UIT
Area / Town
TSHIAWELO
Province
Gauteng
Country
South Africa
Street Postal Code
1818
PO Box Postal Code
Postal Code Type
4-digit numeric (SAPO)
Also Known As
Zip code, postcode, area code, post code
📍 Location Details
Suburb: MAPETLA UIT
Area: TSHIAWELO
Province: Gauteng
Country: South Africa
📬 Postal Codes
Street Code: 1818
PO Box Code:
Issued by: South African Post Office (SAPO)
Format: 4-digit numeric
🚚 Courier & Delivery
Use code 1818 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 (1818) is used when addressing mail or parcels to a physical street address in MAPETLA UIT. 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 TSHIAWELO 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 MAPETLA UIT in TSHIAWELO, Gauteng.
About MAPETLA UIT, TSHIAWELO, Gauteng
MAPETLA UIT is a suburb or locality situated in the TSHIAWELO 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 MAPETLA UIT is 1818 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 MAPETLA UIT within the broader TSHIAWELO 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 MAPETLA UIT is 1818.
Frequently Asked Questions — MAPETLA UIT Postal Code
What is the postal code for MAPETLA UIT?
The postal code for MAPETLA UIT in TSHIAWELO, Gauteng is 1818 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 MAPETLA UIT?
South Africa uses postal codes rather than zip codes. The zip code equivalent for MAPETLA UIT, Gauteng is 1818. On international forms that ask for a zip code, enter 1818 if your address is a street address in MAPETLA UIT.
What is the PO Box postal code for MAPETLA UIT?
The PO Box postal code for MAPETLA UIT in TSHIAWELO is . Use this code when your mailing address is a Post Office Box. For physical street addresses, use 1818 instead.
What area does MAPETLA UIT fall under?
MAPETLA UIT falls under the TSHIAWELO area in Gauteng, South Africa. It is assigned the postal code 1818 for street deliveries by SAPO.
Which province is MAPETLA UIT located in?
MAPETLA UIT is located in Gauteng, South Africa, within the TSHIAWELO area. Its street postal code is 1818.
What is the difference between a street code and a PO Box code?
A street code (1818 for MAPETLA UIT) 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 MAPETLA UIT?
For online shopping deliveries including Takealot, Superbalist, Zando, and other SA retailers, enter 1818 when your delivery address is in MAPETLA UIT, TSHIAWELO, Gauteng.
Is the postal code for MAPETLA UIT 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 MAPETLA UIT is 1818 for street addresses. International forms requesting a zip code should be filled in with 1818.
How do I address a letter to MAPETLA UIT?
For a street address: write the recipient name, street number and street name, then MAPETLA UIT, TSHIAWELO, Gauteng, and end with 1818. For a PO Box, use .
What is my postal code if I live in MAPETLA UIT?
If you live in MAPETLA UIT in TSHIAWELO, Gauteng, your postal code is 1818. 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 1818 for courier deliveries to MAPETLA UIT?
Yes. For courier and parcel deliveries to a physical address in MAPETLA UIT, Gauteng, use 1818. All major South African couriers — The Courier Guy, Dawn Wing, DHL, PostNet — use this code to route deliveries into the TSHIAWELO area.
What is the postcode for MAPETLA UIT in South Africa?
The postcode for MAPETLA UIT in South Africa is 1818 (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 MAPETLA UIT on a government form?
For any South African government form, SARS submission, Home Affairs application, or municipality registration where your address is in MAPETLA UIT, TSHIAWELO, use the street postal code 1818.
How many digits is the postal code for MAPETLA UIT?
The postal code for MAPETLA UIT is a 4-digit number: 1818. 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 MAPETLA UIT in TSHIAWELO?
MAPETLA UIT is located within the TSHIAWELO postal delivery area of Gauteng. Browse our TSHIAWELO area postal codes page to find codes for nearby suburbs.
What is the postal code for TSHIAWELO in Gauteng?
Different suburbs within TSHIAWELO, Gauteng may have different postal codes. For MAPETLA UIT specifically, the street postal code is 1818. Visit our TSHIAWELO postal codes listing for all suburbs in this area.
What is the Gauteng postal code range?
Gauteng is served by multiple postal code ranges. MAPETLA UIT in TSHIAWELO uses 1818. Browse our Gauteng postal codes page to explore all codes in the province.
Is 1818 used for SARS and tax returns?
Yes. When completing a SARS eFiling tax return or any SARS correspondence for an address in MAPETLA UIT, TSHIAWELO, enter 1818 as your postal code.
What postal code do I use for MAPETLA UIT on online shopping sites?
Use 1818 for all online shopping deliveries to a physical address in MAPETLA UIT. This is recognised by Takealot, Checkers Sixty60, Pick n Pay, Woolworths, and all major SA online retailers.
Can I verify the MAPETLA UIT 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 MAPETLA UIT in TSHIAWELO, Gauteng is 1818 and the PO Box code is .
Note: Postal code information for MAPETLA UIT is sourced from the South African Post Office (SAPO). Always confirm codes directly with SAPO for critical correspondence.
More About MAPETLA UIT Postal Code — TSHIAWELO, Gauteng
1. What is the physical postal code of MAPETLA UIT?
The physical street postal code of MAPETLA UIT is 1818. This code covers all street-addressed properties in MAPETLA UIT, TSHIAWELO, Gauteng, South Africa. It is a 4-digit number assigned by the South African Post Office.
2. What is the zip code for MAPETLA UIT, 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 MAPETLA UIT in Gauteng is 1818. On international websites and forms that ask for a zip code, enter 1818.
3. What postal code does MAPETLA UIT use for banking and insurance?
For all banking, insurance, and financial service registrations where your address is in MAPETLA UIT, TSHIAWELO, use the street code 1818. 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 MAPETLA UIT?
The post code for MAPETLA UIT is 1818 for street addresses in TSHIAWELO, Gauteng. If you are posting to a PO Box in MAPETLA UIT, the post code is . South African post codes are always 4 digits.
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