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 RETIEF at the DESPATCH Post Office.
Detail
Information
Suburb / Locality
RETIEF
Area / Town
DESPATCH
Province
Gauteng
Country
South Africa
Street Postal Code
6220
PO Box Postal Code
Postal Code Type
4-digit numeric (SAPO)
Also Known As
Zip code, postcode, area code, post code
📍 Location Details
Suburb: RETIEF
Area: DESPATCH
Province: Gauteng
Country: South Africa
📬 Postal Codes
Street Code: 6220
PO Box Code:
Issued by: South African Post Office (SAPO)
Format: 4-digit numeric
🚚 Courier & Delivery
Use code 6220 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 (6220) is used when addressing mail or parcels to a physical street address in RETIEF. 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 DESPATCH 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 RETIEF in DESPATCH, Gauteng.
About RETIEF, DESPATCH, Gauteng
RETIEF is a suburb or locality situated in the DESPATCH area of Gauteng, 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 RETIEF is 6220 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 RETIEF within the broader DESPATCH 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 RETIEF is 6220.
Frequently Asked Questions — RETIEF Postal Code
What is the postal code for RETIEF?
The postal code for RETIEF in DESPATCH, Gauteng is 6220 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 RETIEF?
South Africa uses postal codes rather than zip codes. The zip code equivalent for RETIEF, Gauteng is 6220. On international forms that ask for a zip code, enter 6220 if your address is a street address in RETIEF.
What is the PO Box postal code for RETIEF?
The PO Box postal code for RETIEF in DESPATCH is . Use this code when your mailing address is a Post Office Box. For physical street addresses, use 6220 instead.
What area does RETIEF fall under?
RETIEF falls under the DESPATCH area in Gauteng, South Africa. It is assigned the postal code 6220 for street deliveries by SAPO.
Which province is RETIEF located in?
RETIEF is located in Gauteng, South Africa, within the DESPATCH area. Its street postal code is 6220.
What is the difference between a street code and a PO Box code?
A street code (6220 for RETIEF) 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 RETIEF?
For online shopping deliveries including Takealot, Superbalist, Zando, and other SA retailers, enter 6220 when your delivery address is in RETIEF, DESPATCH, Gauteng.
Is the postal code for RETIEF 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 RETIEF is 6220 for street addresses. International forms requesting a zip code should be filled in with 6220.
How do I address a letter to RETIEF?
For a street address: write the recipient name, street number and street name, then RETIEF, DESPATCH, Gauteng, and end with 6220. For a PO Box, use .
What is my postal code if I live in RETIEF?
If you live in RETIEF in DESPATCH, Gauteng, your postal code is 6220. 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 6220 for courier deliveries to RETIEF?
Yes. For courier and parcel deliveries to a physical address in RETIEF, Gauteng, use 6220. All major South African couriers — The Courier Guy, Dawn Wing, DHL, PostNet — use this code to route deliveries into the DESPATCH area.
What is the postcode for RETIEF in South Africa?
The postcode for RETIEF in South Africa is 6220 (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 RETIEF on a government form?
For any South African government form, SARS submission, Home Affairs application, or municipality registration where your address is in RETIEF, DESPATCH, use the street postal code 6220.
How many digits is the postal code for RETIEF?
The postal code for RETIEF is a 4-digit number: 6220. 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 RETIEF in DESPATCH?
RETIEF is located within the DESPATCH postal delivery area of Gauteng. Browse our DESPATCH area postal codes page to find codes for nearby suburbs.
What is the postal code for DESPATCH in Gauteng?
Different suburbs within DESPATCH, Gauteng may have different postal codes. For RETIEF specifically, the street postal code is 6220. Visit our DESPATCH postal codes listing for all suburbs in this area.
What is the Gauteng postal code range?
Gauteng is served by multiple postal code ranges. RETIEF in DESPATCH uses 6220. Browse our Gauteng postal codes page to explore all codes in the province.
Is 6220 used for SARS and tax returns?
Yes. When completing a SARS eFiling tax return or any SARS correspondence for an address in RETIEF, DESPATCH, enter 6220 as your postal code.
What postal code do I use for RETIEF on online shopping sites?
Use 6220 for all online shopping deliveries to a physical address in RETIEF. This is recognised by Takealot, Checkers Sixty60, Pick n Pay, Woolworths, and all major SA online retailers.
Can I verify the RETIEF 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 RETIEF in DESPATCH, Gauteng is 6220 and the PO Box code is .
Note: Postal code information for RETIEF is sourced from the South African Post Office (SAPO). Always confirm codes directly with SAPO for critical correspondence.
More About RETIEF Postal Code — DESPATCH, Gauteng
1. What is the physical postal code of RETIEF?
The physical street postal code of RETIEF is 6220. This code covers all street-addressed properties in RETIEF, DESPATCH, Gauteng, South Africa. It is a 4-digit number assigned by the South African Post Office.
2. What is the zip code for RETIEF, Gauteng?
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 RETIEF in Gauteng is 6220. On international websites and forms that ask for a zip code, enter 6220.
3. What postal code does RETIEF use for banking and insurance?
For all banking, insurance, and financial service registrations where your address is in RETIEF, DESPATCH, use the street code 6220. 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 RETIEF?
The post code for RETIEF is 6220 for street addresses in DESPATCH, Gauteng. If you are posting to a PO Box in RETIEF, the post code is . South African post codes are always 4 digits.
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