Use for all physical street address deliveries, online shopping, courier bookings, and official forms.
PO Box Code
6739
Use when addressing mail to a Post Office Box in RAILTON at the SWELLENDAM Post Office.
Detail
Information
Suburb / Locality
RAILTON
Area / Town
SWELLENDAM
Province
Free State
Country
South Africa
Street Postal Code
6740
PO Box Postal Code
6739
Postal Code Type
4-digit numeric (SAPO)
Also Known As
Zip code, postcode, area code, post code
📍 Location Details
Suburb: RAILTON
Area: SWELLENDAM
Province: Free State
Country: South Africa
📬 Postal Codes
Street Code: 6740
PO Box Code: 6739
Issued by: South African Post Office (SAPO)
Format: 4-digit numeric
🚚 Courier & Delivery
Use code 6740 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 (6740) is used when addressing mail or parcels to a physical street address in RAILTON. This is the code to use on online shopping platforms, bank statements, courier bookings, and government forms.
The PO Box code (6739) is used exclusively when sending mail to a Post Office Box rented at the SWELLENDAM 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 RAILTON in SWELLENDAM, Free State.
About RAILTON, SWELLENDAM, Free State
RAILTON is a suburb or locality situated in the SWELLENDAM area of Free State, 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 RAILTON is 6740 for street addresses and 6739 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 RAILTON within the broader SWELLENDAM 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 RAILTON is 6740.
Frequently Asked Questions — RAILTON Postal Code
What is the postal code for RAILTON?
The postal code for RAILTON in SWELLENDAM, Free State is 6740 for street addresses and 6739 for PO Box addresses. These are 4-digit codes issued by the South African Post Office (SAPO).
What is the zip code for RAILTON?
South Africa uses postal codes rather than zip codes. The zip code equivalent for RAILTON, Free State is 6740. On international forms that ask for a zip code, enter 6740 if your address is a street address in RAILTON.
What is the PO Box postal code for RAILTON?
The PO Box postal code for RAILTON in SWELLENDAM is 6739. Use this code when your mailing address is a Post Office Box. For physical street addresses, use 6740 instead.
What area does RAILTON fall under?
RAILTON falls under the SWELLENDAM area in Free State, South Africa. It is assigned the postal code 6740 for street deliveries by SAPO.
Which province is RAILTON located in?
RAILTON is located in Free State, South Africa, within the SWELLENDAM area. Its street postal code is 6740.
What is the difference between a street code and a PO Box code?
A street code (6740 for RAILTON) is used for physical address deliveries. A PO Box code (6739) 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 RAILTON?
For online shopping deliveries including Takealot, Superbalist, Zando, and other SA retailers, enter 6740 when your delivery address is in RAILTON, SWELLENDAM, Free State.
Is the postal code for RAILTON 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 RAILTON is 6740 for street addresses. International forms requesting a zip code should be filled in with 6740.
How do I address a letter to RAILTON?
For a street address: write the recipient name, street number and street name, then RAILTON, SWELLENDAM, Free State, and end with 6740. For a PO Box, use 6739.
What is my postal code if I live in RAILTON?
If you live in RAILTON in SWELLENDAM, Free State, your postal code is 6740. Use this for government forms, banking, medical aid, insurance, and all official documents. If you receive mail via a PO Box, use 6739.
Can I use 6740 for courier deliveries to RAILTON?
Yes. For courier and parcel deliveries to a physical address in RAILTON, Free State, use 6740. All major South African couriers — The Courier Guy, Dawn Wing, DHL, PostNet — use this code to route deliveries into the SWELLENDAM area.
What is the postcode for RAILTON in South Africa?
The postcode for RAILTON in South Africa is 6740 (street address) or 6739 (PO Box). The terms postcode, postal code, and zip code are all used interchangeably in South Africa.
What postal code do I use for RAILTON on a government form?
For any South African government form, SARS submission, Home Affairs application, or municipality registration where your address is in RAILTON, SWELLENDAM, use the street postal code 6740.
How many digits is the postal code for RAILTON?
The postal code for RAILTON is a 4-digit number: 6740. 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 RAILTON in SWELLENDAM?
RAILTON is located within the SWELLENDAM postal delivery area of Free State. Browse our SWELLENDAM area postal codes page to find codes for nearby suburbs.
What is the postal code for SWELLENDAM in Free State?
Different suburbs within SWELLENDAM, Free State may have different postal codes. For RAILTON specifically, the street postal code is 6740. Visit our SWELLENDAM postal codes listing for all suburbs in this area.
What is the Free State postal code range?
Free State is served by multiple postal code ranges. RAILTON in SWELLENDAM uses 6740. Browse our Free State postal codes page to explore all codes in the province.
Is 6740 used for SARS and tax returns?
Yes. When completing a SARS eFiling tax return or any SARS correspondence for an address in RAILTON, SWELLENDAM, enter 6740 as your postal code.
What postal code do I use for RAILTON on online shopping sites?
Use 6740 for all online shopping deliveries to a physical address in RAILTON. This is recognised by Takealot, Checkers Sixty60, Pick n Pay, Woolworths, and all major SA online retailers.
Can I verify the RAILTON 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 RAILTON in SWELLENDAM, Free State is 6740 and the PO Box code is 6739.
Note: Postal code information for RAILTON is sourced from the South African Post Office (SAPO). Always confirm codes directly with SAPO for critical correspondence.
More About RAILTON Postal Code — SWELLENDAM, Free State
1. What is the physical postal code of RAILTON?
The physical street postal code of RAILTON is 6740. This code covers all street-addressed properties in RAILTON, SWELLENDAM, Free State, South Africa. It is a 4-digit number assigned by the South African Post Office.
2. What is the zip code for RAILTON, Free State?
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 RAILTON in Free State is 6740. On international websites and forms that ask for a zip code, enter 6740.
3. What postal code does RAILTON use for banking and insurance?
For all banking, insurance, and financial service registrations where your address is in RAILTON, SWELLENDAM, use the street code 6740. 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 RAILTON?
The post code for RAILTON is 6740 for street addresses in SWELLENDAM, Free State. If you are posting to a PO Box in RAILTON, the post code is 6739. South African post codes are always 4 digits.
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