Use for all physical street address deliveries, online shopping, courier bookings, and official forms.
PO Box Code
2866
Use when addressing mail to a Post Office Box in OTTOSHOOP at the MAHIKENG Post Office.
Detail
Information
Suburb / Locality
OTTOSHOOP
Area / Town
MAHIKENG
Province
Eastern Cape
Country
South Africa
Street Postal Code
PO Box Postal Code
2866
Postal Code Type
4-digit numeric (SAPO)
Also Known As
Zip code, postcode, area code, post code
📍 Location Details
Suburb: OTTOSHOOP
Area: MAHIKENG
Province: Eastern Cape
Country: South Africa
📬 Postal Codes
Street Code:
PO Box Code: 2866
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 OTTOSHOOP. This is the code to use on online shopping platforms, bank statements, courier bookings, and government forms.
The PO Box code (2866) is used exclusively when sending mail to a Post Office Box rented at the MAHIKENG 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 OTTOSHOOP in MAHIKENG, Eastern Cape.
About OTTOSHOOP, MAHIKENG, Eastern Cape
OTTOSHOOP is a suburb or locality situated in the MAHIKENG area of Eastern 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 OTTOSHOOP is for street addresses and 2866 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 OTTOSHOOP within the broader MAHIKENG 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 OTTOSHOOP is .
Frequently Asked Questions — OTTOSHOOP Postal Code
What is the postal code for OTTOSHOOP?
The postal code for OTTOSHOOP in MAHIKENG, Eastern Cape is for street addresses and 2866 for PO Box addresses. These are 4-digit codes issued by the South African Post Office (SAPO).
What is the zip code for OTTOSHOOP?
South Africa uses postal codes rather than zip codes. The zip code equivalent for OTTOSHOOP, Eastern Cape is . On international forms that ask for a zip code, enter if your address is a street address in OTTOSHOOP.
What is the PO Box postal code for OTTOSHOOP?
The PO Box postal code for OTTOSHOOP in MAHIKENG is 2866. Use this code when your mailing address is a Post Office Box. For physical street addresses, use instead.
What area does OTTOSHOOP fall under?
OTTOSHOOP falls under the MAHIKENG area in Eastern Cape, South Africa. It is assigned the postal code for street deliveries by SAPO.
Which province is OTTOSHOOP located in?
OTTOSHOOP is located in Eastern Cape, South Africa, within the MAHIKENG area. Its street postal code is .
What is the difference between a street code and a PO Box code?
A street code ( for OTTOSHOOP) is used for physical address deliveries. A PO Box code (2866) 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 OTTOSHOOP?
For online shopping deliveries including Takealot, Superbalist, Zando, and other SA retailers, enter when your delivery address is in OTTOSHOOP, MAHIKENG, Eastern Cape.
Is the postal code for OTTOSHOOP 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 OTTOSHOOP is for street addresses. International forms requesting a zip code should be filled in with .
How do I address a letter to OTTOSHOOP?
For a street address: write the recipient name, street number and street name, then OTTOSHOOP, MAHIKENG, Eastern Cape, and end with . For a PO Box, use 2866.
What is my postal code if I live in OTTOSHOOP?
If you live in OTTOSHOOP in MAHIKENG, Eastern Cape, 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 2866.
Can I use for courier deliveries to OTTOSHOOP?
Yes. For courier and parcel deliveries to a physical address in OTTOSHOOP, Eastern Cape, use . All major South African couriers — The Courier Guy, Dawn Wing, DHL, PostNet — use this code to route deliveries into the MAHIKENG area.
What is the postcode for OTTOSHOOP in South Africa?
The postcode for OTTOSHOOP in South Africa is (street address) or 2866 (PO Box). The terms postcode, postal code, and zip code are all used interchangeably in South Africa.
What postal code do I use for OTTOSHOOP on a government form?
For any South African government form, SARS submission, Home Affairs application, or municipality registration where your address is in OTTOSHOOP, MAHIKENG, use the street postal code .
How many digits is the postal code for OTTOSHOOP?
The postal code for OTTOSHOOP 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 OTTOSHOOP in MAHIKENG?
OTTOSHOOP is located within the MAHIKENG postal delivery area of Eastern Cape. Browse our MAHIKENG area postal codes page to find codes for nearby suburbs.
What is the postal code for MAHIKENG in Eastern Cape?
Different suburbs within MAHIKENG, Eastern Cape may have different postal codes. For OTTOSHOOP specifically, the street postal code is . Visit our MAHIKENG postal codes listing for all suburbs in this area.
What is the Eastern Cape postal code range?
Eastern Cape is served by multiple postal code ranges. OTTOSHOOP in MAHIKENG uses . Browse our Eastern Cape 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 OTTOSHOOP, MAHIKENG, enter as your postal code.
What postal code do I use for OTTOSHOOP on online shopping sites?
Use for all online shopping deliveries to a physical address in OTTOSHOOP. This is recognised by Takealot, Checkers Sixty60, Pick n Pay, Woolworths, and all major SA online retailers.
Can I verify the OTTOSHOOP 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 OTTOSHOOP in MAHIKENG, Eastern Cape is and the PO Box code is 2866.
Note: Postal code information for OTTOSHOOP is sourced from the South African Post Office (SAPO). Always confirm codes directly with SAPO for critical correspondence.
More About OTTOSHOOP Postal Code — MAHIKENG, Eastern Cape
1. What is the physical postal code of OTTOSHOOP?
The physical street postal code of OTTOSHOOP is . This code covers all street-addressed properties in OTTOSHOOP, MAHIKENG, Eastern Cape, South Africa. It is a 4-digit number assigned by the South African Post Office.
2. What is the zip code for OTTOSHOOP, Eastern 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 OTTOSHOOP in Eastern Cape is . On international websites and forms that ask for a zip code, enter .
3. What postal code does OTTOSHOOP use for banking and insurance?
For all banking, insurance, and financial service registrations where your address is in OTTOSHOOP, MAHIKENG, 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 OTTOSHOOP?
The post code for OTTOSHOOP is for street addresses in MAHIKENG, Eastern Cape. If you are posting to a PO Box in OTTOSHOOP, the post code is 2866. South African post codes are always 4 digits.
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