Use for all physical street address deliveries, online shopping, courier bookings, and official forms.
PO Box Code
0304
Use when addressing mail to a Post Office Box in PLATWAL at the RUSTENBURG Post Office.
Detail
Information
Suburb / Locality
PLATWAL
Area / Town
RUSTENBURG
Province
Western Cape
Country
South Africa
Street Postal Code
0304
PO Box Postal Code
0304
Postal Code Type
4-digit numeric (SAPO)
Also Known As
Zip code, postcode, area code, post code
📍 Location Details
Suburb: PLATWAL
Area: RUSTENBURG
Province: Western Cape
Country: South Africa
📬 Postal Codes
Street Code: 0304
PO Box Code: 0304
Issued by: South African Post Office (SAPO)
Format: 4-digit numeric
🚚 Courier & Delivery
Use code 0304 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 (0304) is used when addressing mail or parcels to a physical street address in PLATWAL. This is the code to use on online shopping platforms, bank statements, courier bookings, and government forms.
The PO Box code (0304) is used exclusively when sending mail to a Post Office Box rented at the RUSTENBURG 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 PLATWAL in RUSTENBURG, Western Cape.
About PLATWAL, RUSTENBURG, Western Cape
PLATWAL is a suburb or locality situated in the RUSTENBURG 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 PLATWAL is 0304 for street addresses and 0304 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 PLATWAL within the broader RUSTENBURG 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 PLATWAL is 0304.
Frequently Asked Questions — PLATWAL Postal Code
What is the postal code for PLATWAL?
The postal code for PLATWAL in RUSTENBURG, Western Cape is 0304 for street addresses and 0304 for PO Box addresses. These are 4-digit codes issued by the South African Post Office (SAPO).
What is the zip code for PLATWAL?
South Africa uses postal codes rather than zip codes. The zip code equivalent for PLATWAL, Western Cape is 0304. On international forms that ask for a zip code, enter 0304 if your address is a street address in PLATWAL.
What is the PO Box postal code for PLATWAL?
The PO Box postal code for PLATWAL in RUSTENBURG is 0304. Use this code when your mailing address is a Post Office Box. For physical street addresses, use 0304 instead.
What area does PLATWAL fall under?
PLATWAL falls under the RUSTENBURG area in Western Cape, South Africa. It is assigned the postal code 0304 for street deliveries by SAPO.
Which province is PLATWAL located in?
PLATWAL is located in Western Cape, South Africa, within the RUSTENBURG area. Its street postal code is 0304.
What is the difference between a street code and a PO Box code?
A street code (0304 for PLATWAL) is used for physical address deliveries. A PO Box code (0304) 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 PLATWAL?
For online shopping deliveries including Takealot, Superbalist, Zando, and other SA retailers, enter 0304 when your delivery address is in PLATWAL, RUSTENBURG, Western Cape.
Is the postal code for PLATWAL 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 PLATWAL is 0304 for street addresses. International forms requesting a zip code should be filled in with 0304.
How do I address a letter to PLATWAL?
For a street address: write the recipient name, street number and street name, then PLATWAL, RUSTENBURG, Western Cape, and end with 0304. For a PO Box, use 0304.
What is my postal code if I live in PLATWAL?
If you live in PLATWAL in RUSTENBURG, Western Cape, your postal code is 0304. Use this for government forms, banking, medical aid, insurance, and all official documents. If you receive mail via a PO Box, use 0304.
Can I use 0304 for courier deliveries to PLATWAL?
Yes. For courier and parcel deliveries to a physical address in PLATWAL, Western Cape, use 0304. All major South African couriers — The Courier Guy, Dawn Wing, DHL, PostNet — use this code to route deliveries into the RUSTENBURG area.
What is the postcode for PLATWAL in South Africa?
The postcode for PLATWAL in South Africa is 0304 (street address) or 0304 (PO Box). The terms postcode, postal code, and zip code are all used interchangeably in South Africa.
What postal code do I use for PLATWAL on a government form?
For any South African government form, SARS submission, Home Affairs application, or municipality registration where your address is in PLATWAL, RUSTENBURG, use the street postal code 0304.
How many digits is the postal code for PLATWAL?
The postal code for PLATWAL is a 4-digit number: 0304. 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 PLATWAL in RUSTENBURG?
PLATWAL is located within the RUSTENBURG postal delivery area of Western Cape. Browse our RUSTENBURG area postal codes page to find codes for nearby suburbs.
What is the postal code for RUSTENBURG in Western Cape?
Different suburbs within RUSTENBURG, Western Cape may have different postal codes. For PLATWAL specifically, the street postal code is 0304. Visit our RUSTENBURG 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. PLATWAL in RUSTENBURG uses 0304. Browse our Western Cape postal codes page to explore all codes in the province.
Is 0304 used for SARS and tax returns?
Yes. When completing a SARS eFiling tax return or any SARS correspondence for an address in PLATWAL, RUSTENBURG, enter 0304 as your postal code.
What postal code do I use for PLATWAL on online shopping sites?
Use 0304 for all online shopping deliveries to a physical address in PLATWAL. This is recognised by Takealot, Checkers Sixty60, Pick n Pay, Woolworths, and all major SA online retailers.
Can I verify the PLATWAL 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 PLATWAL in RUSTENBURG, Western Cape is 0304 and the PO Box code is 0304.
Note: Postal code information for PLATWAL is sourced from the South African Post Office (SAPO). Always confirm codes directly with SAPO for critical correspondence.
More About PLATWAL Postal Code — RUSTENBURG, Western Cape
1. What is the physical postal code of PLATWAL?
The physical street postal code of PLATWAL is 0304. This code covers all street-addressed properties in PLATWAL, RUSTENBURG, Western Cape, South Africa. It is a 4-digit number assigned by the South African Post Office.
2. What is the zip code for PLATWAL, 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 PLATWAL in Western Cape is 0304. On international websites and forms that ask for a zip code, enter 0304.
3. What postal code does PLATWAL use for banking and insurance?
For all banking, insurance, and financial service registrations where your address is in PLATWAL, RUSTENBURG, use the street code 0304. 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 PLATWAL?
The post code for PLATWAL is 0304 for street addresses in RUSTENBURG, Western Cape. If you are posting to a PO Box in PLATWAL, the post code is 0304. South African post codes are always 4 digits.
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