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 OVISTON at the VENTERSTAD Post Office.
Detail
Information
Suburb / Locality
OVISTON
Area / Town
VENTERSTAD
Province
North West
Country
South Africa
Street Postal Code
9798
PO Box Postal Code
Postal Code Type
4-digit numeric (SAPO)
Also Known As
Zip code, postcode, area code, post code
📍 Location Details
Suburb: OVISTON
Area: VENTERSTAD
Province: North West
Country: South Africa
📬 Postal Codes
Street Code: 9798
PO Box Code:
Issued by: South African Post Office (SAPO)
Format: 4-digit numeric
🚚 Courier & Delivery
Use code 9798 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 (9798) is used when addressing mail or parcels to a physical street address in OVISTON. 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 VENTERSTAD 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 OVISTON in VENTERSTAD, North West.
About OVISTON, VENTERSTAD, North West
OVISTON is a suburb or locality situated in the VENTERSTAD area of North West, 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 OVISTON is 9798 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 OVISTON within the broader VENTERSTAD 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 OVISTON is 9798.
Frequently Asked Questions — OVISTON Postal Code
What is the postal code for OVISTON?
The postal code for OVISTON in VENTERSTAD, North West is 9798 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 OVISTON?
South Africa uses postal codes rather than zip codes. The zip code equivalent for OVISTON, North West is 9798. On international forms that ask for a zip code, enter 9798 if your address is a street address in OVISTON.
What is the PO Box postal code for OVISTON?
The PO Box postal code for OVISTON in VENTERSTAD is . Use this code when your mailing address is a Post Office Box. For physical street addresses, use 9798 instead.
What area does OVISTON fall under?
OVISTON falls under the VENTERSTAD area in North West, South Africa. It is assigned the postal code 9798 for street deliveries by SAPO.
Which province is OVISTON located in?
OVISTON is located in North West, South Africa, within the VENTERSTAD area. Its street postal code is 9798.
What is the difference between a street code and a PO Box code?
A street code (9798 for OVISTON) 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 OVISTON?
For online shopping deliveries including Takealot, Superbalist, Zando, and other SA retailers, enter 9798 when your delivery address is in OVISTON, VENTERSTAD, North West.
Is the postal code for OVISTON 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 OVISTON is 9798 for street addresses. International forms requesting a zip code should be filled in with 9798.
How do I address a letter to OVISTON?
For a street address: write the recipient name, street number and street name, then OVISTON, VENTERSTAD, North West, and end with 9798. For a PO Box, use .
What is my postal code if I live in OVISTON?
If you live in OVISTON in VENTERSTAD, North West, your postal code is 9798. 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 9798 for courier deliveries to OVISTON?
Yes. For courier and parcel deliveries to a physical address in OVISTON, North West, use 9798. All major South African couriers — The Courier Guy, Dawn Wing, DHL, PostNet — use this code to route deliveries into the VENTERSTAD area.
What is the postcode for OVISTON in South Africa?
The postcode for OVISTON in South Africa is 9798 (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 OVISTON on a government form?
For any South African government form, SARS submission, Home Affairs application, or municipality registration where your address is in OVISTON, VENTERSTAD, use the street postal code 9798.
How many digits is the postal code for OVISTON?
The postal code for OVISTON is a 4-digit number: 9798. 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 OVISTON in VENTERSTAD?
OVISTON is located within the VENTERSTAD postal delivery area of North West. Browse our VENTERSTAD area postal codes page to find codes for nearby suburbs.
What is the postal code for VENTERSTAD in North West?
Different suburbs within VENTERSTAD, North West may have different postal codes. For OVISTON specifically, the street postal code is 9798. Visit our VENTERSTAD postal codes listing for all suburbs in this area.
What is the North West postal code range?
North West is served by multiple postal code ranges. OVISTON in VENTERSTAD uses 9798. Browse our North West postal codes page to explore all codes in the province.
Is 9798 used for SARS and tax returns?
Yes. When completing a SARS eFiling tax return or any SARS correspondence for an address in OVISTON, VENTERSTAD, enter 9798 as your postal code.
What postal code do I use for OVISTON on online shopping sites?
Use 9798 for all online shopping deliveries to a physical address in OVISTON. This is recognised by Takealot, Checkers Sixty60, Pick n Pay, Woolworths, and all major SA online retailers.
Can I verify the OVISTON 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 OVISTON in VENTERSTAD, North West is 9798 and the PO Box code is .
Note: Postal code information for OVISTON is sourced from the South African Post Office (SAPO). Always confirm codes directly with SAPO for critical correspondence.
More About OVISTON Postal Code — VENTERSTAD, North West
1. What is the physical postal code of OVISTON?
The physical street postal code of OVISTON is 9798. This code covers all street-addressed properties in OVISTON, VENTERSTAD, North West, South Africa. It is a 4-digit number assigned by the South African Post Office.
2. What is the zip code for OVISTON, North West?
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 OVISTON in North West is 9798. On international websites and forms that ask for a zip code, enter 9798.
3. What postal code does OVISTON use for banking and insurance?
For all banking, insurance, and financial service registrations where your address is in OVISTON, VENTERSTAD, use the street code 9798. 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 OVISTON?
The post code for OVISTON is 9798 for street addresses in VENTERSTAD, North West. If you are posting to a PO Box in OVISTON, the post code is . South African post codes are always 4 digits.
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