Use for all physical street address deliveries, online shopping, courier bookings, and official forms.
PO Box Code
3950
Use when addressing mail to a Post Office Box in MAPHOPHOMA at the NONGOMA Post Office.
Detail
Information
Suburb / Locality
MAPHOPHOMA
Area / Town
NONGOMA
Province
KwaZulu-Natal
Country
South Africa
Street Postal Code
PO Box Postal Code
3950
Postal Code Type
4-digit numeric (SAPO)
Also Known As
Zip code, postcode, area code, post code
📍 Location Details
Suburb: MAPHOPHOMA
Area: NONGOMA
Province: KwaZulu-Natal
Country: South Africa
📬 Postal Codes
Street Code:
PO Box Code: 3950
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 MAPHOPHOMA. This is the code to use on online shopping platforms, bank statements, courier bookings, and government forms.
The PO Box code (3950) is used exclusively when sending mail to a Post Office Box rented at the NONGOMA 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 MAPHOPHOMA in NONGOMA, KwaZulu-Natal.
About MAPHOPHOMA, NONGOMA, KwaZulu-Natal
MAPHOPHOMA is a suburb or locality situated in the NONGOMA 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 MAPHOPHOMA is for street addresses and 3950 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 MAPHOPHOMA within the broader NONGOMA 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 MAPHOPHOMA is .
Frequently Asked Questions — MAPHOPHOMA Postal Code
What is the postal code for MAPHOPHOMA?
The postal code for MAPHOPHOMA in NONGOMA, KwaZulu-Natal is for street addresses and 3950 for PO Box addresses. These are 4-digit codes issued by the South African Post Office (SAPO).
What is the zip code for MAPHOPHOMA?
South Africa uses postal codes rather than zip codes. The zip code equivalent for MAPHOPHOMA, KwaZulu-Natal is . On international forms that ask for a zip code, enter if your address is a street address in MAPHOPHOMA.
What is the PO Box postal code for MAPHOPHOMA?
The PO Box postal code for MAPHOPHOMA in NONGOMA is 3950. Use this code when your mailing address is a Post Office Box. For physical street addresses, use instead.
What area does MAPHOPHOMA fall under?
MAPHOPHOMA falls under the NONGOMA area in KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa. It is assigned the postal code for street deliveries by SAPO.
Which province is MAPHOPHOMA located in?
MAPHOPHOMA is located in KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa, within the NONGOMA area. Its street postal code is .
What is the difference between a street code and a PO Box code?
A street code ( for MAPHOPHOMA) is used for physical address deliveries. A PO Box code (3950) 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 MAPHOPHOMA?
For online shopping deliveries including Takealot, Superbalist, Zando, and other SA retailers, enter when your delivery address is in MAPHOPHOMA, NONGOMA, KwaZulu-Natal.
Is the postal code for MAPHOPHOMA 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 MAPHOPHOMA is for street addresses. International forms requesting a zip code should be filled in with .
How do I address a letter to MAPHOPHOMA?
For a street address: write the recipient name, street number and street name, then MAPHOPHOMA, NONGOMA, KwaZulu-Natal, and end with . For a PO Box, use 3950.
What is my postal code if I live in MAPHOPHOMA?
If you live in MAPHOPHOMA in NONGOMA, 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 3950.
Can I use for courier deliveries to MAPHOPHOMA?
Yes. For courier and parcel deliveries to a physical address in MAPHOPHOMA, KwaZulu-Natal, use . All major South African couriers — The Courier Guy, Dawn Wing, DHL, PostNet — use this code to route deliveries into the NONGOMA area.
What is the postcode for MAPHOPHOMA in South Africa?
The postcode for MAPHOPHOMA in South Africa is (street address) or 3950 (PO Box). The terms postcode, postal code, and zip code are all used interchangeably in South Africa.
What postal code do I use for MAPHOPHOMA on a government form?
For any South African government form, SARS submission, Home Affairs application, or municipality registration where your address is in MAPHOPHOMA, NONGOMA, use the street postal code .
How many digits is the postal code for MAPHOPHOMA?
The postal code for MAPHOPHOMA 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 MAPHOPHOMA in NONGOMA?
MAPHOPHOMA is located within the NONGOMA postal delivery area of KwaZulu-Natal. Browse our NONGOMA area postal codes page to find codes for nearby suburbs.
What is the postal code for NONGOMA in KwaZulu-Natal?
Different suburbs within NONGOMA, KwaZulu-Natal may have different postal codes. For MAPHOPHOMA specifically, the street postal code is . Visit our NONGOMA 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. MAPHOPHOMA in NONGOMA 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 MAPHOPHOMA, NONGOMA, enter as your postal code.
What postal code do I use for MAPHOPHOMA on online shopping sites?
Use for all online shopping deliveries to a physical address in MAPHOPHOMA. This is recognised by Takealot, Checkers Sixty60, Pick n Pay, Woolworths, and all major SA online retailers.
Can I verify the MAPHOPHOMA 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 MAPHOPHOMA in NONGOMA, KwaZulu-Natal is and the PO Box code is 3950.
Note: Postal code information for MAPHOPHOMA is sourced from the South African Post Office (SAPO). Always confirm codes directly with SAPO for critical correspondence.
More About MAPHOPHOMA Postal Code — NONGOMA, KwaZulu-Natal
1. What is the physical postal code of MAPHOPHOMA?
The physical street postal code of MAPHOPHOMA is . This code covers all street-addressed properties in MAPHOPHOMA, NONGOMA, KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa. It is a 4-digit number assigned by the South African Post Office.
2. What is the zip code for MAPHOPHOMA, 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 MAPHOPHOMA in KwaZulu-Natal is . On international websites and forms that ask for a zip code, enter .
3. What postal code does MAPHOPHOMA use for banking and insurance?
For all banking, insurance, and financial service registrations where your address is in MAPHOPHOMA, NONGOMA, 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 MAPHOPHOMA?
The post code for MAPHOPHOMA is for street addresses in NONGOMA, KwaZulu-Natal. If you are posting to a PO Box in MAPHOPHOMA, the post code is 3950. South African post codes are always 4 digits.
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