Use for all physical street address deliveries, online shopping, courier bookings, and official forms.
PO Box Code
Use when addressing mail to a Post Office Box in RAINBOW at the UPINGTON Post Office.
Detail
Information
Suburb / Locality
RAINBOW
Area / Town
UPINGTON
Province
Northern Cape
Country
South Africa
Street Postal Code
8801
PO Box Postal Code
Postal Code Type
4-digit numeric (SAPO)
Also Known As
Zip code, postcode, area code, post code
📍 Location Details
Suburb: RAINBOW
Area: UPINGTON
Province: Northern Cape
Country: South Africa
📬 Postal Codes
Street Code: 8801
PO Box Code:
Issued by: South African Post Office (SAPO)
Format: 4-digit numeric
🚚 Courier & Delivery
Use code 8801 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 (8801) is used when addressing mail or parcels to a physical street address in RAINBOW. This is the code to use on online shopping platforms, bank statements, courier bookings, and government forms.
The PO Box code () is used exclusively when sending mail to a Post Office Box rented at the UPINGTON 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 RAINBOW in UPINGTON, Northern Cape.
About RAINBOW, UPINGTON, Northern Cape
RAINBOW is a suburb or locality situated in the UPINGTON area of Northern 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 RAINBOW is 8801 for street addresses and 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 RAINBOW within the broader UPINGTON 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 RAINBOW is 8801.
Frequently Asked Questions — RAINBOW Postal Code
What is the postal code for RAINBOW?
The postal code for RAINBOW in UPINGTON, Northern Cape is 8801 for street addresses and for PO Box addresses. These are 4-digit codes issued by the South African Post Office (SAPO).
What is the zip code for RAINBOW?
South Africa uses postal codes rather than zip codes. The zip code equivalent for RAINBOW, Northern Cape is 8801. On international forms that ask for a zip code, enter 8801 if your address is a street address in RAINBOW.
What is the PO Box postal code for RAINBOW?
The PO Box postal code for RAINBOW in UPINGTON is . Use this code when your mailing address is a Post Office Box. For physical street addresses, use 8801 instead.
What area does RAINBOW fall under?
RAINBOW falls under the UPINGTON area in Northern Cape, South Africa. It is assigned the postal code 8801 for street deliveries by SAPO.
Which province is RAINBOW located in?
RAINBOW is located in Northern Cape, South Africa, within the UPINGTON area. Its street postal code is 8801.
What is the difference between a street code and a PO Box code?
A street code (8801 for RAINBOW) is used for physical address deliveries. A PO Box code () 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 RAINBOW?
For online shopping deliveries including Takealot, Superbalist, Zando, and other SA retailers, enter 8801 when your delivery address is in RAINBOW, UPINGTON, Northern Cape.
Is the postal code for RAINBOW 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 RAINBOW is 8801 for street addresses. International forms requesting a zip code should be filled in with 8801.
How do I address a letter to RAINBOW?
For a street address: write the recipient name, street number and street name, then RAINBOW, UPINGTON, Northern Cape, and end with 8801. For a PO Box, use .
What is my postal code if I live in RAINBOW?
If you live in RAINBOW in UPINGTON, Northern Cape, your postal code is 8801. Use this for government forms, banking, medical aid, insurance, and all official documents. If you receive mail via a PO Box, use .
Can I use 8801 for courier deliveries to RAINBOW?
Yes. For courier and parcel deliveries to a physical address in RAINBOW, Northern Cape, use 8801. All major South African couriers — The Courier Guy, Dawn Wing, DHL, PostNet — use this code to route deliveries into the UPINGTON area.
What is the postcode for RAINBOW in South Africa?
The postcode for RAINBOW in South Africa is 8801 (street address) or (PO Box). The terms postcode, postal code, and zip code are all used interchangeably in South Africa.
What postal code do I use for RAINBOW on a government form?
For any South African government form, SARS submission, Home Affairs application, or municipality registration where your address is in RAINBOW, UPINGTON, use the street postal code 8801.
How many digits is the postal code for RAINBOW?
The postal code for RAINBOW is a 4-digit number: 8801. 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 RAINBOW in UPINGTON?
RAINBOW is located within the UPINGTON postal delivery area of Northern Cape. Browse our UPINGTON area postal codes page to find codes for nearby suburbs.
What is the postal code for UPINGTON in Northern Cape?
Different suburbs within UPINGTON, Northern Cape may have different postal codes. For RAINBOW specifically, the street postal code is 8801. Visit our UPINGTON postal codes listing for all suburbs in this area.
What is the Northern Cape postal code range?
Northern Cape is served by multiple postal code ranges. RAINBOW in UPINGTON uses 8801. Browse our Northern Cape postal codes page to explore all codes in the province.
Is 8801 used for SARS and tax returns?
Yes. When completing a SARS eFiling tax return or any SARS correspondence for an address in RAINBOW, UPINGTON, enter 8801 as your postal code.
What postal code do I use for RAINBOW on online shopping sites?
Use 8801 for all online shopping deliveries to a physical address in RAINBOW. This is recognised by Takealot, Checkers Sixty60, Pick n Pay, Woolworths, and all major SA online retailers.
Can I verify the RAINBOW 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 RAINBOW in UPINGTON, Northern Cape is 8801 and the PO Box code is .
Note: Postal code information for RAINBOW is sourced from the South African Post Office (SAPO). Always confirm codes directly with SAPO for critical correspondence.
More About RAINBOW Postal Code — UPINGTON, Northern Cape
1. What is the physical postal code of RAINBOW?
The physical street postal code of RAINBOW is 8801. This code covers all street-addressed properties in RAINBOW, UPINGTON, Northern Cape, South Africa. It is a 4-digit number assigned by the South African Post Office.
2. What is the zip code for RAINBOW, Northern 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 RAINBOW in Northern Cape is 8801. On international websites and forms that ask for a zip code, enter 8801.
3. What postal code does RAINBOW use for banking and insurance?
For all banking, insurance, and financial service registrations where your address is in RAINBOW, UPINGTON, use the street code 8801. 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 RAINBOW?
The post code for RAINBOW is 8801 for street addresses in UPINGTON, Northern Cape. If you are posting to a PO Box in RAINBOW, the post code is . South African post codes are always 4 digits.
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