Use for all physical street address deliveries, online shopping, courier bookings, and official forms.
PO Box Code
7090
Use when addressing mail to a Post Office Box in RICHMOND at the NORTHERN CAPE Post Office.
Detail
Information
Suburb / Locality
RICHMOND
Area / Town
NORTHERN CAPE
Province
Eastern Cape
Country
South Africa
Street Postal Code
7090
PO Box Postal Code
7090
Postal Code Type
4-digit numeric (SAPO)
Also Known As
Zip code, postcode, area code, post code
📍 Location Details
Suburb: RICHMOND
Area: NORTHERN CAPE
Province: Eastern Cape
Country: South Africa
📬 Postal Codes
Street Code: 7090
PO Box Code: 7090
Issued by: South African Post Office (SAPO)
Format: 4-digit numeric
🚚 Courier & Delivery
Use code 7090 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 (7090) is used when addressing mail or parcels to a physical street address in RICHMOND. This is the code to use on online shopping platforms, bank statements, courier bookings, and government forms.
The PO Box code (7090) is used exclusively when sending mail to a Post Office Box rented at the NORTHERN CAPE 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 RICHMOND in NORTHERN CAPE, Eastern Cape.
About RICHMOND, NORTHERN CAPE, Eastern Cape
RICHMOND is a suburb or locality situated in the NORTHERN CAPE 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 RICHMOND is 7090 for street addresses and 7090 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 RICHMOND within the broader NORTHERN CAPE 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 RICHMOND is 7090.
Frequently Asked Questions — RICHMOND Postal Code
What is the postal code for RICHMOND?
The postal code for RICHMOND in NORTHERN CAPE, Eastern Cape is 7090 for street addresses and 7090 for PO Box addresses. These are 4-digit codes issued by the South African Post Office (SAPO).
What is the zip code for RICHMOND?
South Africa uses postal codes rather than zip codes. The zip code equivalent for RICHMOND, Eastern Cape is 7090. On international forms that ask for a zip code, enter 7090 if your address is a street address in RICHMOND.
What is the PO Box postal code for RICHMOND?
The PO Box postal code for RICHMOND in NORTHERN CAPE is 7090. Use this code when your mailing address is a Post Office Box. For physical street addresses, use 7090 instead.
What area does RICHMOND fall under?
RICHMOND falls under the NORTHERN CAPE area in Eastern Cape, South Africa. It is assigned the postal code 7090 for street deliveries by SAPO.
Which province is RICHMOND located in?
RICHMOND is located in Eastern Cape, South Africa, within the NORTHERN CAPE area. Its street postal code is 7090.
What is the difference between a street code and a PO Box code?
A street code (7090 for RICHMOND) is used for physical address deliveries. A PO Box code (7090) 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 RICHMOND?
For online shopping deliveries including Takealot, Superbalist, Zando, and other SA retailers, enter 7090 when your delivery address is in RICHMOND, NORTHERN CAPE, Eastern Cape.
Is the postal code for RICHMOND 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 RICHMOND is 7090 for street addresses. International forms requesting a zip code should be filled in with 7090.
How do I address a letter to RICHMOND?
For a street address: write the recipient name, street number and street name, then RICHMOND, NORTHERN CAPE, Eastern Cape, and end with 7090. For a PO Box, use 7090.
What is my postal code if I live in RICHMOND?
If you live in RICHMOND in NORTHERN CAPE, Eastern Cape, your postal code is 7090. Use this for government forms, banking, medical aid, insurance, and all official documents. If you receive mail via a PO Box, use 7090.
Can I use 7090 for courier deliveries to RICHMOND?
Yes. For courier and parcel deliveries to a physical address in RICHMOND, Eastern Cape, use 7090. All major South African couriers — The Courier Guy, Dawn Wing, DHL, PostNet — use this code to route deliveries into the NORTHERN CAPE area.
What is the postcode for RICHMOND in South Africa?
The postcode for RICHMOND in South Africa is 7090 (street address) or 7090 (PO Box). The terms postcode, postal code, and zip code are all used interchangeably in South Africa.
What postal code do I use for RICHMOND on a government form?
For any South African government form, SARS submission, Home Affairs application, or municipality registration where your address is in RICHMOND, NORTHERN CAPE, use the street postal code 7090.
How many digits is the postal code for RICHMOND?
The postal code for RICHMOND is a 4-digit number: 7090. 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 RICHMOND in NORTHERN CAPE?
RICHMOND is located within the NORTHERN CAPE postal delivery area of Eastern Cape. Browse our NORTHERN CAPE area postal codes page to find codes for nearby suburbs.
What is the postal code for NORTHERN CAPE in Eastern Cape?
Different suburbs within NORTHERN CAPE, Eastern Cape may have different postal codes. For RICHMOND specifically, the street postal code is 7090. Visit our NORTHERN CAPE 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. RICHMOND in NORTHERN CAPE uses 7090. Browse our Eastern Cape postal codes page to explore all codes in the province.
Is 7090 used for SARS and tax returns?
Yes. When completing a SARS eFiling tax return or any SARS correspondence for an address in RICHMOND, NORTHERN CAPE, enter 7090 as your postal code.
What postal code do I use for RICHMOND on online shopping sites?
Use 7090 for all online shopping deliveries to a physical address in RICHMOND. This is recognised by Takealot, Checkers Sixty60, Pick n Pay, Woolworths, and all major SA online retailers.
Can I verify the RICHMOND 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 RICHMOND in NORTHERN CAPE, Eastern Cape is 7090 and the PO Box code is 7090.
Note: Postal code information for RICHMOND is sourced from the South African Post Office (SAPO). Always confirm codes directly with SAPO for critical correspondence.
More About RICHMOND Postal Code — NORTHERN CAPE, Eastern Cape
1. What is the physical postal code of RICHMOND?
The physical street postal code of RICHMOND is 7090. This code covers all street-addressed properties in RICHMOND, NORTHERN CAPE, Eastern Cape, South Africa. It is a 4-digit number assigned by the South African Post Office.
2. What is the zip code for RICHMOND, 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 RICHMOND in Eastern Cape is 7090. On international websites and forms that ask for a zip code, enter 7090.
3. What postal code does RICHMOND use for banking and insurance?
For all banking, insurance, and financial service registrations where your address is in RICHMOND, NORTHERN CAPE, use the street code 7090. 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 RICHMOND?
The post code for RICHMOND is 7090 for street addresses in NORTHERN CAPE, Eastern Cape. If you are posting to a PO Box in RICHMOND, the post code is 7090. South African post codes are always 4 digits.
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