Use for all physical street address deliveries, online shopping, courier bookings, and official forms.
PO Box Code
3170
Use when addressing mail to a Post Office Box in PONGOLA at the PONGOLA Post Office.
Detail
Information
Suburb / Locality
PONGOLA
Area / Town
PONGOLA
Province
Mpumalanga
Country
South Africa
Street Postal Code
3170
PO Box Postal Code
3170
Postal Code Type
4-digit numeric (SAPO)
Also Known As
Zip code, postcode, area code, post code
📍 Location Details
Suburb: PONGOLA
Area: PONGOLA
Province: Mpumalanga
Country: South Africa
📬 Postal Codes
Street Code: 3170
PO Box Code: 3170
Issued by: South African Post Office (SAPO)
Format: 4-digit numeric
🚚 Courier & Delivery
Use code 3170 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 (3170) is used when addressing mail or parcels to a physical street address in PONGOLA. This is the code to use on online shopping platforms, bank statements, courier bookings, and government forms.
The PO Box code (3170) is used exclusively when sending mail to a Post Office Box rented at the PONGOLA 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 PONGOLA in PONGOLA, Mpumalanga.
About PONGOLA, PONGOLA, Mpumalanga
PONGOLA is a suburb or locality situated in the PONGOLA 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 PONGOLA is 3170 for street addresses and 3170 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 PONGOLA within the broader PONGOLA 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 PONGOLA is 3170.
Frequently Asked Questions — PONGOLA Postal Code
What is the postal code for PONGOLA?
The postal code for PONGOLA in PONGOLA, Mpumalanga is 3170 for street addresses and 3170 for PO Box addresses. These are 4-digit codes issued by the South African Post Office (SAPO).
What is the zip code for PONGOLA?
South Africa uses postal codes rather than zip codes. The zip code equivalent for PONGOLA, Mpumalanga is 3170. On international forms that ask for a zip code, enter 3170 if your address is a street address in PONGOLA.
What is the PO Box postal code for PONGOLA?
The PO Box postal code for PONGOLA in PONGOLA is 3170. Use this code when your mailing address is a Post Office Box. For physical street addresses, use 3170 instead.
What area does PONGOLA fall under?
PONGOLA falls under the PONGOLA area in Mpumalanga, South Africa. It is assigned the postal code 3170 for street deliveries by SAPO.
Which province is PONGOLA located in?
PONGOLA is located in Mpumalanga, South Africa, within the PONGOLA area. Its street postal code is 3170.
What is the difference between a street code and a PO Box code?
A street code (3170 for PONGOLA) is used for physical address deliveries. A PO Box code (3170) 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 PONGOLA?
For online shopping deliveries including Takealot, Superbalist, Zando, and other SA retailers, enter 3170 when your delivery address is in PONGOLA, PONGOLA, Mpumalanga.
Is the postal code for PONGOLA 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 PONGOLA is 3170 for street addresses. International forms requesting a zip code should be filled in with 3170.
How do I address a letter to PONGOLA?
For a street address: write the recipient name, street number and street name, then PONGOLA, PONGOLA, Mpumalanga, and end with 3170. For a PO Box, use 3170.
What is my postal code if I live in PONGOLA?
If you live in PONGOLA in PONGOLA, Mpumalanga, your postal code is 3170. Use this for government forms, banking, medical aid, insurance, and all official documents. If you receive mail via a PO Box, use 3170.
Can I use 3170 for courier deliveries to PONGOLA?
Yes. For courier and parcel deliveries to a physical address in PONGOLA, Mpumalanga, use 3170. All major South African couriers — The Courier Guy, Dawn Wing, DHL, PostNet — use this code to route deliveries into the PONGOLA area.
What is the postcode for PONGOLA in South Africa?
The postcode for PONGOLA in South Africa is 3170 (street address) or 3170 (PO Box). The terms postcode, postal code, and zip code are all used interchangeably in South Africa.
What postal code do I use for PONGOLA on a government form?
For any South African government form, SARS submission, Home Affairs application, or municipality registration where your address is in PONGOLA, PONGOLA, use the street postal code 3170.
How many digits is the postal code for PONGOLA?
The postal code for PONGOLA is a 4-digit number: 3170. 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 PONGOLA in PONGOLA?
PONGOLA is located within the PONGOLA postal delivery area of Mpumalanga. Browse our PONGOLA area postal codes page to find codes for nearby suburbs.
What is the postal code for PONGOLA in Mpumalanga?
Different suburbs within PONGOLA, Mpumalanga may have different postal codes. For PONGOLA specifically, the street postal code is 3170. Visit our PONGOLA postal codes listing for all suburbs in this area.
What is the Mpumalanga postal code range?
Mpumalanga is served by multiple postal code ranges. PONGOLA in PONGOLA uses 3170. Browse our Mpumalanga postal codes page to explore all codes in the province.
Is 3170 used for SARS and tax returns?
Yes. When completing a SARS eFiling tax return or any SARS correspondence for an address in PONGOLA, PONGOLA, enter 3170 as your postal code.
What postal code do I use for PONGOLA on online shopping sites?
Use 3170 for all online shopping deliveries to a physical address in PONGOLA. This is recognised by Takealot, Checkers Sixty60, Pick n Pay, Woolworths, and all major SA online retailers.
Can I verify the PONGOLA 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 PONGOLA in PONGOLA, Mpumalanga is 3170 and the PO Box code is 3170.
Note: Postal code information for PONGOLA is sourced from the South African Post Office (SAPO). Always confirm codes directly with SAPO for critical correspondence.
More About PONGOLA Postal Code — PONGOLA, Mpumalanga
1. What is the physical postal code of PONGOLA?
The physical street postal code of PONGOLA is 3170. This code covers all street-addressed properties in PONGOLA, PONGOLA, Mpumalanga, South Africa. It is a 4-digit number assigned by the South African Post Office.
2. What is the zip code for PONGOLA, 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 PONGOLA in Mpumalanga is 3170. On international websites and forms that ask for a zip code, enter 3170.
3. What postal code does PONGOLA use for banking and insurance?
For all banking, insurance, and financial service registrations where your address is in PONGOLA, PONGOLA, use the street code 3170. 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 PONGOLA?
The post code for PONGOLA is 3170 for street addresses in PONGOLA, Mpumalanga. If you are posting to a PO Box in PONGOLA, the post code is 3170. South African post codes are always 4 digits.
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