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PORT ALFRED Postal Code

PORT ALFRED  ·  Eastern Cape  ·  South Africa
Street Code
6170
PO Box Code
6170
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Postal Codes for PORT ALFRED

Street Delivery Code
6170
Use for all physical street address deliveries, online shopping, courier bookings, and official forms.
PO Box Code
6170
Use when addressing mail to a Post Office Box in PORT ALFRED at the PORT ALFRED Post Office.
DetailInformation
Suburb / LocalityPORT ALFRED
Area / TownPORT ALFRED
ProvinceEastern Cape
CountrySouth Africa
Street Postal Code6170
PO Box Postal Code6170
Postal Code Type4-digit numeric (SAPO)
Also Known AsZip code, postcode, area code, post code

📍 Location Details

Suburb: PORT ALFRED
Area: PORT ALFRED
Province: Eastern Cape
Country: South Africa

📬 Postal Codes

Street Code: 6170
PO Box Code: 6170
Issued by: South African Post Office (SAPO)
Format: 4-digit numeric

🚚 Courier & Delivery

Use code 6170 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 (6170) is used when addressing mail or parcels to a physical street address in PORT ALFRED. This is the code to use on online shopping platforms, bank statements, courier bookings, and government forms.

The PO Box code (6170) is used exclusively when sending mail to a Post Office Box rented at the PORT ALFRED 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 PORT ALFRED in PORT ALFRED, Eastern Cape.

About PORT ALFRED, PORT ALFRED, Eastern Cape

PORT ALFRED is a suburb or locality situated in the PORT ALFRED 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 PORT ALFRED is 6170 for street addresses and 6170 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 PORT ALFRED within the broader PORT ALFRED 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 PORT ALFRED is 6170.

Frequently Asked Questions — PORT ALFRED Postal Code

What is the postal code for PORT ALFRED?
The postal code for PORT ALFRED in PORT ALFRED, Eastern Cape is 6170 for street addresses and 6170 for PO Box addresses. These are 4-digit codes issued by the South African Post Office (SAPO).
What is the zip code for PORT ALFRED?
South Africa uses postal codes rather than zip codes. The zip code equivalent for PORT ALFRED, Eastern Cape is 6170. On international forms that ask for a zip code, enter 6170 if your address is a street address in PORT ALFRED.
What is the PO Box postal code for PORT ALFRED?
The PO Box postal code for PORT ALFRED in PORT ALFRED is 6170. Use this code when your mailing address is a Post Office Box. For physical street addresses, use 6170 instead.
What area does PORT ALFRED fall under?
PORT ALFRED falls under the PORT ALFRED area in Eastern Cape, South Africa. It is assigned the postal code 6170 for street deliveries by SAPO.
Which province is PORT ALFRED located in?
PORT ALFRED is located in Eastern Cape, South Africa, within the PORT ALFRED area. Its street postal code is 6170.
What is the difference between a street code and a PO Box code?
A street code (6170 for PORT ALFRED) is used for physical address deliveries. A PO Box code (6170) 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 PORT ALFRED?
For online shopping deliveries including Takealot, Superbalist, Zando, and other SA retailers, enter 6170 when your delivery address is in PORT ALFRED, PORT ALFRED, Eastern Cape.
Is the postal code for PORT ALFRED 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 PORT ALFRED is 6170 for street addresses. International forms requesting a zip code should be filled in with 6170.
How do I address a letter to PORT ALFRED?
For a street address: write the recipient name, street number and street name, then PORT ALFRED, PORT ALFRED, Eastern Cape, and end with 6170. For a PO Box, use 6170.
What is my postal code if I live in PORT ALFRED?
If you live in PORT ALFRED in PORT ALFRED, Eastern Cape, your postal code is 6170. Use this for government forms, banking, medical aid, insurance, and all official documents. If you receive mail via a PO Box, use 6170.
Can I use 6170 for courier deliveries to PORT ALFRED?
Yes. For courier and parcel deliveries to a physical address in PORT ALFRED, Eastern Cape, use 6170. All major South African couriers — The Courier Guy, Dawn Wing, DHL, PostNet — use this code to route deliveries into the PORT ALFRED area.
What is the postcode for PORT ALFRED in South Africa?
The postcode for PORT ALFRED in South Africa is 6170 (street address) or 6170 (PO Box). The terms postcode, postal code, and zip code are all used interchangeably in South Africa.
What postal code do I use for PORT ALFRED on a government form?
For any South African government form, SARS submission, Home Affairs application, or municipality registration where your address is in PORT ALFRED, PORT ALFRED, use the street postal code 6170.
How many digits is the postal code for PORT ALFRED?
The postal code for PORT ALFRED is a 4-digit number: 6170. 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 PORT ALFRED in PORT ALFRED?
PORT ALFRED is located within the PORT ALFRED postal delivery area of Eastern Cape. Browse our PORT ALFRED area postal codes page to find codes for nearby suburbs.
What is the postal code for PORT ALFRED in Eastern Cape?
Different suburbs within PORT ALFRED, Eastern Cape may have different postal codes. For PORT ALFRED specifically, the street postal code is 6170. Visit our PORT ALFRED 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. PORT ALFRED in PORT ALFRED uses 6170. Browse our Eastern Cape postal codes page to explore all codes in the province.
Is 6170 used for SARS and tax returns?
Yes. When completing a SARS eFiling tax return or any SARS correspondence for an address in PORT ALFRED, PORT ALFRED, enter 6170 as your postal code.
What postal code do I use for PORT ALFRED on online shopping sites?
Use 6170 for all online shopping deliveries to a physical address in PORT ALFRED. This is recognised by Takealot, Checkers Sixty60, Pick n Pay, Woolworths, and all major SA online retailers.
Can I verify the PORT ALFRED 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 PORT ALFRED in PORT ALFRED, Eastern Cape is 6170 and the PO Box code is 6170.
Note: Postal code information for PORT ALFRED is sourced from the South African Post Office (SAPO). Always confirm codes directly with SAPO for critical correspondence.

More About PORT ALFRED Postal Code — PORT ALFRED, Eastern Cape

1. What is the physical postal code of PORT ALFRED?
The physical street postal code of PORT ALFRED is 6170. This code covers all street-addressed properties in PORT ALFRED, PORT ALFRED, Eastern Cape, South Africa. It is a 4-digit number assigned by the South African Post Office.

2. What is the zip code for PORT ALFRED, 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 PORT ALFRED in Eastern Cape is 6170. On international websites and forms that ask for a zip code, enter 6170.

3. What postal code does PORT ALFRED use for banking and insurance?
For all banking, insurance, and financial service registrations where your address is in PORT ALFRED, PORT ALFRED, use the street code 6170. 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 PORT ALFRED?
The post code for PORT ALFRED is 6170 for street addresses in PORT ALFRED, Eastern Cape. If you are posting to a PO Box in PORT ALFRED, the post code is 6170. South African post codes are always 4 digits.

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