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OBSERVATORY Postal Code

JOHANNESBURG  ·  Western Cape  ·  South Africa
Street Code
2198
PO Box Code
2187
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Postal Codes for OBSERVATORY

Street Delivery Code
2198
Use for all physical street address deliveries, online shopping, courier bookings, and official forms.
PO Box Code
2187
Use when addressing mail to a Post Office Box in OBSERVATORY at the JOHANNESBURG Post Office.
DetailInformation
Suburb / LocalityOBSERVATORY
Area / TownJOHANNESBURG
ProvinceWestern Cape
CountrySouth Africa
Street Postal Code2198
PO Box Postal Code2187
Postal Code Type4-digit numeric (SAPO)
Also Known AsZip code, postcode, area code, post code

📍 Location Details

Suburb: OBSERVATORY
Area: JOHANNESBURG
Province: Western Cape
Country: South Africa

📬 Postal Codes

Street Code: 2198
PO Box Code: 2187
Issued by: South African Post Office (SAPO)
Format: 4-digit numeric

🚚 Courier & Delivery

Use code 2198 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 (2198) is used when addressing mail or parcels to a physical street address in OBSERVATORY. This is the code to use on online shopping platforms, bank statements, courier bookings, and government forms.

The PO Box code (2187) is used exclusively when sending mail to a Post Office Box rented at the JOHANNESBURG 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 OBSERVATORY in JOHANNESBURG, Western Cape.

About OBSERVATORY, JOHANNESBURG, Western Cape

OBSERVATORY is a suburb or locality situated in the JOHANNESBURG area of Western Cape, 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 OBSERVATORY is 2198 for street addresses and 2187 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 OBSERVATORY within the broader JOHANNESBURG 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 OBSERVATORY is 2198.

Frequently Asked Questions — OBSERVATORY Postal Code

What is the postal code for OBSERVATORY?
The postal code for OBSERVATORY in JOHANNESBURG, Western Cape is 2198 for street addresses and 2187 for PO Box addresses. These are 4-digit codes issued by the South African Post Office (SAPO).
What is the zip code for OBSERVATORY?
South Africa uses postal codes rather than zip codes. The zip code equivalent for OBSERVATORY, Western Cape is 2198. On international forms that ask for a zip code, enter 2198 if your address is a street address in OBSERVATORY.
What is the PO Box postal code for OBSERVATORY?
The PO Box postal code for OBSERVATORY in JOHANNESBURG is 2187. Use this code when your mailing address is a Post Office Box. For physical street addresses, use 2198 instead.
What area does OBSERVATORY fall under?
OBSERVATORY falls under the JOHANNESBURG area in Western Cape, South Africa. It is assigned the postal code 2198 for street deliveries by SAPO.
Which province is OBSERVATORY located in?
OBSERVATORY is located in Western Cape, South Africa, within the JOHANNESBURG area. Its street postal code is 2198.
What is the difference between a street code and a PO Box code?
A street code (2198 for OBSERVATORY) is used for physical address deliveries. A PO Box code (2187) 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 OBSERVATORY?
For online shopping deliveries including Takealot, Superbalist, Zando, and other SA retailers, enter 2198 when your delivery address is in OBSERVATORY, JOHANNESBURG, Western Cape.
Is the postal code for OBSERVATORY 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 OBSERVATORY is 2198 for street addresses. International forms requesting a zip code should be filled in with 2198.
How do I address a letter to OBSERVATORY?
For a street address: write the recipient name, street number and street name, then OBSERVATORY, JOHANNESBURG, Western Cape, and end with 2198. For a PO Box, use 2187.
What is my postal code if I live in OBSERVATORY?
If you live in OBSERVATORY in JOHANNESBURG, Western Cape, your postal code is 2198. Use this for government forms, banking, medical aid, insurance, and all official documents. If you receive mail via a PO Box, use 2187.
Can I use 2198 for courier deliveries to OBSERVATORY?
Yes. For courier and parcel deliveries to a physical address in OBSERVATORY, Western Cape, use 2198. All major South African couriers — The Courier Guy, Dawn Wing, DHL, PostNet — use this code to route deliveries into the JOHANNESBURG area.
What is the postcode for OBSERVATORY in South Africa?
The postcode for OBSERVATORY in South Africa is 2198 (street address) or 2187 (PO Box). The terms postcode, postal code, and zip code are all used interchangeably in South Africa.
What postal code do I use for OBSERVATORY on a government form?
For any South African government form, SARS submission, Home Affairs application, or municipality registration where your address is in OBSERVATORY, JOHANNESBURG, use the street postal code 2198.
How many digits is the postal code for OBSERVATORY?
The postal code for OBSERVATORY is a 4-digit number: 2198. 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 OBSERVATORY in JOHANNESBURG?
OBSERVATORY is located within the JOHANNESBURG postal delivery area of Western Cape. Browse our JOHANNESBURG area postal codes page to find codes for nearby suburbs.
What is the postal code for JOHANNESBURG in Western Cape?
Different suburbs within JOHANNESBURG, Western Cape may have different postal codes. For OBSERVATORY specifically, the street postal code is 2198. Visit our JOHANNESBURG postal codes listing for all suburbs in this area.
What is the Western Cape postal code range?
Western Cape is served by multiple postal code ranges. OBSERVATORY in JOHANNESBURG uses 2198. Browse our Western Cape postal codes page to explore all codes in the province.
Is 2198 used for SARS and tax returns?
Yes. When completing a SARS eFiling tax return or any SARS correspondence for an address in OBSERVATORY, JOHANNESBURG, enter 2198 as your postal code.
What postal code do I use for OBSERVATORY on online shopping sites?
Use 2198 for all online shopping deliveries to a physical address in OBSERVATORY. This is recognised by Takealot, Checkers Sixty60, Pick n Pay, Woolworths, and all major SA online retailers.
Can I verify the OBSERVATORY 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 OBSERVATORY in JOHANNESBURG, Western Cape is 2198 and the PO Box code is 2187.
Note: Postal code information for OBSERVATORY is sourced from the South African Post Office (SAPO). Always confirm codes directly with SAPO for critical correspondence.

More About OBSERVATORY Postal Code — JOHANNESBURG, Western Cape

1. What is the physical postal code of OBSERVATORY?
The physical street postal code of OBSERVATORY is 2198. This code covers all street-addressed properties in OBSERVATORY, JOHANNESBURG, Western Cape, South Africa. It is a 4-digit number assigned by the South African Post Office.

2. What is the zip code for OBSERVATORY, Western Cape?
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 OBSERVATORY in Western Cape is 2198. On international websites and forms that ask for a zip code, enter 2198.

3. What postal code does OBSERVATORY use for banking and insurance?
For all banking, insurance, and financial service registrations where your address is in OBSERVATORY, JOHANNESBURG, use the street code 2198. 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 OBSERVATORY?
The post code for OBSERVATORY is 2198 for street addresses in JOHANNESBURG, Western Cape. If you are posting to a PO Box in OBSERVATORY, the post code is 2187. South African post codes are always 4 digits.

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