Use for all physical street address deliveries, online shopping, courier bookings, and official forms.
PO Box Code
2870
Use when addressing mail to a Post Office Box in MOTSWEDI at the LERATO Post Office.
Detail
Information
Suburb / Locality
MOTSWEDI
Area / Town
LERATO
Province
Gauteng
Country
South Africa
Street Postal Code
2870
PO Box Postal Code
2870
Postal Code Type
4-digit numeric (SAPO)
Also Known As
Zip code, postcode, area code, post code
📍 Location Details
Suburb: MOTSWEDI
Area: LERATO
Province: Gauteng
Country: South Africa
📬 Postal Codes
Street Code: 2870
PO Box Code: 2870
Issued by: South African Post Office (SAPO)
Format: 4-digit numeric
🚚 Courier & Delivery
Use code 2870 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 (2870) is used when addressing mail or parcels to a physical street address in MOTSWEDI. This is the code to use on online shopping platforms, bank statements, courier bookings, and government forms.
The PO Box code (2870) 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 MOTSWEDI in LERATO, Gauteng.
About MOTSWEDI, LERATO, Gauteng
MOTSWEDI 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 MOTSWEDI is 2870 for street addresses and 2870 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 MOTSWEDI 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 MOTSWEDI is 2870.
Frequently Asked Questions — MOTSWEDI Postal Code
What is the postal code for MOTSWEDI?
The postal code for MOTSWEDI in LERATO, Gauteng is 2870 for street addresses and 2870 for PO Box addresses. These are 4-digit codes issued by the South African Post Office (SAPO).
What is the zip code for MOTSWEDI?
South Africa uses postal codes rather than zip codes. The zip code equivalent for MOTSWEDI, Gauteng is 2870. On international forms that ask for a zip code, enter 2870 if your address is a street address in MOTSWEDI.
What is the PO Box postal code for MOTSWEDI?
The PO Box postal code for MOTSWEDI in LERATO is 2870. Use this code when your mailing address is a Post Office Box. For physical street addresses, use 2870 instead.
What area does MOTSWEDI fall under?
MOTSWEDI falls under the LERATO area in Gauteng, South Africa. It is assigned the postal code 2870 for street deliveries by SAPO.
Which province is MOTSWEDI located in?
MOTSWEDI is located in Gauteng, South Africa, within the LERATO area. Its street postal code is 2870.
What is the difference between a street code and a PO Box code?
A street code (2870 for MOTSWEDI) is used for physical address deliveries. A PO Box code (2870) 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 MOTSWEDI?
For online shopping deliveries including Takealot, Superbalist, Zando, and other SA retailers, enter 2870 when your delivery address is in MOTSWEDI, LERATO, Gauteng.
Is the postal code for MOTSWEDI 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 MOTSWEDI is 2870 for street addresses. International forms requesting a zip code should be filled in with 2870.
How do I address a letter to MOTSWEDI?
For a street address: write the recipient name, street number and street name, then MOTSWEDI, LERATO, Gauteng, and end with 2870. For a PO Box, use 2870.
What is my postal code if I live in MOTSWEDI?
If you live in MOTSWEDI in LERATO, Gauteng, your postal code is 2870. Use this for government forms, banking, medical aid, insurance, and all official documents. If you receive mail via a PO Box, use 2870.
Can I use 2870 for courier deliveries to MOTSWEDI?
Yes. For courier and parcel deliveries to a physical address in MOTSWEDI, Gauteng, use 2870. 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 MOTSWEDI in South Africa?
The postcode for MOTSWEDI in South Africa is 2870 (street address) or 2870 (PO Box). The terms postcode, postal code, and zip code are all used interchangeably in South Africa.
What postal code do I use for MOTSWEDI on a government form?
For any South African government form, SARS submission, Home Affairs application, or municipality registration where your address is in MOTSWEDI, LERATO, use the street postal code 2870.
How many digits is the postal code for MOTSWEDI?
The postal code for MOTSWEDI is a 4-digit number: 2870. 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 MOTSWEDI in LERATO?
MOTSWEDI 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 MOTSWEDI specifically, the street postal code is 2870. 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. MOTSWEDI in LERATO uses 2870. Browse our Gauteng postal codes page to explore all codes in the province.
Is 2870 used for SARS and tax returns?
Yes. When completing a SARS eFiling tax return or any SARS correspondence for an address in MOTSWEDI, LERATO, enter 2870 as your postal code.
What postal code do I use for MOTSWEDI on online shopping sites?
Use 2870 for all online shopping deliveries to a physical address in MOTSWEDI. This is recognised by Takealot, Checkers Sixty60, Pick n Pay, Woolworths, and all major SA online retailers.
Can I verify the MOTSWEDI 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 MOTSWEDI in LERATO, Gauteng is 2870 and the PO Box code is 2870.
Note: Postal code information for MOTSWEDI is sourced from the South African Post Office (SAPO). Always confirm codes directly with SAPO for critical correspondence.
More About MOTSWEDI Postal Code — LERATO, Gauteng
1. What is the physical postal code of MOTSWEDI?
The physical street postal code of MOTSWEDI is 2870. This code covers all street-addressed properties in MOTSWEDI, LERATO, Gauteng, South Africa. It is a 4-digit number assigned by the South African Post Office.
2. What is the zip code for MOTSWEDI, 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 MOTSWEDI in Gauteng is 2870. On international websites and forms that ask for a zip code, enter 2870.
3. What postal code does MOTSWEDI use for banking and insurance?
For all banking, insurance, and financial service registrations where your address is in MOTSWEDI, LERATO, use the street code 2870. 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 MOTSWEDI?
The post code for MOTSWEDI is 2870 for street addresses in LERATO, Gauteng. If you are posting to a PO Box in MOTSWEDI, the post code is 2870. South African post codes are always 4 digits.
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