Use for all physical street address deliveries, online shopping, courier bookings, and official forms.
PO Box Code
8346
Use when addressing mail to a Post Office Box in PLATFONTEIN at the KIMBERLEY Post Office.
Detail
Information
Suburb / Locality
PLATFONTEIN
Area / Town
KIMBERLEY
Province
Mpumalanga
Country
South Africa
Street Postal Code
PO Box Postal Code
8346
Postal Code Type
4-digit numeric (SAPO)
Also Known As
Zip code, postcode, area code, post code
📍 Location Details
Suburb: PLATFONTEIN
Area: KIMBERLEY
Province: Mpumalanga
Country: South Africa
📬 Postal Codes
Street Code:
PO Box Code: 8346
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 PLATFONTEIN. This is the code to use on online shopping platforms, bank statements, courier bookings, and government forms.
The PO Box code (8346) is used exclusively when sending mail to a Post Office Box rented at the KIMBERLEY 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 PLATFONTEIN in KIMBERLEY, Mpumalanga.
About PLATFONTEIN, KIMBERLEY, Mpumalanga
PLATFONTEIN is a suburb or locality situated in the KIMBERLEY area of Mpumalanga, 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 PLATFONTEIN is for street addresses and 8346 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 PLATFONTEIN within the broader KIMBERLEY 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 PLATFONTEIN is .
Frequently Asked Questions — PLATFONTEIN Postal Code
What is the postal code for PLATFONTEIN?
The postal code for PLATFONTEIN in KIMBERLEY, Mpumalanga is for street addresses and 8346 for PO Box addresses. These are 4-digit codes issued by the South African Post Office (SAPO).
What is the zip code for PLATFONTEIN?
South Africa uses postal codes rather than zip codes. The zip code equivalent for PLATFONTEIN, Mpumalanga is . On international forms that ask for a zip code, enter if your address is a street address in PLATFONTEIN.
What is the PO Box postal code for PLATFONTEIN?
The PO Box postal code for PLATFONTEIN in KIMBERLEY is 8346. Use this code when your mailing address is a Post Office Box. For physical street addresses, use instead.
What area does PLATFONTEIN fall under?
PLATFONTEIN falls under the KIMBERLEY area in Mpumalanga, South Africa. It is assigned the postal code for street deliveries by SAPO.
Which province is PLATFONTEIN located in?
PLATFONTEIN is located in Mpumalanga, South Africa, within the KIMBERLEY area. Its street postal code is .
What is the difference between a street code and a PO Box code?
A street code ( for PLATFONTEIN) is used for physical address deliveries. A PO Box code (8346) 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 PLATFONTEIN?
For online shopping deliveries including Takealot, Superbalist, Zando, and other SA retailers, enter when your delivery address is in PLATFONTEIN, KIMBERLEY, Mpumalanga.
Is the postal code for PLATFONTEIN 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 PLATFONTEIN is for street addresses. International forms requesting a zip code should be filled in with .
How do I address a letter to PLATFONTEIN?
For a street address: write the recipient name, street number and street name, then PLATFONTEIN, KIMBERLEY, Mpumalanga, and end with . For a PO Box, use 8346.
What is my postal code if I live in PLATFONTEIN?
If you live in PLATFONTEIN in KIMBERLEY, Mpumalanga, 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 8346.
Can I use for courier deliveries to PLATFONTEIN?
Yes. For courier and parcel deliveries to a physical address in PLATFONTEIN, Mpumalanga, use . All major South African couriers — The Courier Guy, Dawn Wing, DHL, PostNet — use this code to route deliveries into the KIMBERLEY area.
What is the postcode for PLATFONTEIN in South Africa?
The postcode for PLATFONTEIN in South Africa is (street address) or 8346 (PO Box). The terms postcode, postal code, and zip code are all used interchangeably in South Africa.
What postal code do I use for PLATFONTEIN on a government form?
For any South African government form, SARS submission, Home Affairs application, or municipality registration where your address is in PLATFONTEIN, KIMBERLEY, use the street postal code .
How many digits is the postal code for PLATFONTEIN?
The postal code for PLATFONTEIN 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 PLATFONTEIN in KIMBERLEY?
PLATFONTEIN is located within the KIMBERLEY postal delivery area of Mpumalanga. Browse our KIMBERLEY area postal codes page to find codes for nearby suburbs.
What is the postal code for KIMBERLEY in Mpumalanga?
Different suburbs within KIMBERLEY, Mpumalanga may have different postal codes. For PLATFONTEIN specifically, the street postal code is . Visit our KIMBERLEY postal codes listing for all suburbs in this area.
What is the Mpumalanga postal code range?
Mpumalanga is served by multiple postal code ranges. PLATFONTEIN in KIMBERLEY uses . Browse our Mpumalanga 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 PLATFONTEIN, KIMBERLEY, enter as your postal code.
What postal code do I use for PLATFONTEIN on online shopping sites?
Use for all online shopping deliveries to a physical address in PLATFONTEIN. This is recognised by Takealot, Checkers Sixty60, Pick n Pay, Woolworths, and all major SA online retailers.
Can I verify the PLATFONTEIN 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 PLATFONTEIN in KIMBERLEY, Mpumalanga is and the PO Box code is 8346.
Note: Postal code information for PLATFONTEIN is sourced from the South African Post Office (SAPO). Always confirm codes directly with SAPO for critical correspondence.
More About PLATFONTEIN Postal Code — KIMBERLEY, Mpumalanga
1. What is the physical postal code of PLATFONTEIN?
The physical street postal code of PLATFONTEIN is . This code covers all street-addressed properties in PLATFONTEIN, KIMBERLEY, Mpumalanga, South Africa. It is a 4-digit number assigned by the South African Post Office.
2. What is the zip code for PLATFONTEIN, Mpumalanga?
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 PLATFONTEIN in Mpumalanga is . On international websites and forms that ask for a zip code, enter .
3. What postal code does PLATFONTEIN use for banking and insurance?
For all banking, insurance, and financial service registrations where your address is in PLATFONTEIN, KIMBERLEY, 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 PLATFONTEIN?
The post code for PLATFONTEIN is for street addresses in KIMBERLEY, Mpumalanga. If you are posting to a PO Box in PLATFONTEIN, the post code is 8346. South African post codes are always 4 digits.
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