Use for all physical street address deliveries, online shopping, courier bookings, and official forms.
PO Box Code
8289
Use when addressing mail to a Post Office Box in SANDDRIFT at the PORT NOLLOTH Post Office.
Detail
Information
Suburb / Locality
SANDDRIFT
Area / Town
PORT NOLLOTH
Province
Northern Cape
Country
South Africa
Street Postal Code
PO Box Postal Code
8289
Postal Code Type
4-digit numeric (SAPO)
Also Known As
Zip code, postcode, area code, post code
📍 Location Details
Suburb: SANDDRIFT
Area: PORT NOLLOTH
Province: Northern Cape
Country: South Africa
📬 Postal Codes
Street Code:
PO Box Code: 8289
Issued by: South African Post Office (SAPO)
Format: 4-digit numeric
🚚 Courier & Delivery
Use code 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 () is used when addressing mail or parcels to a physical street address in SANDDRIFT. This is the code to use on online shopping platforms, bank statements, courier bookings, and government forms.
The PO Box code (8289) is used exclusively when sending mail to a Post Office Box rented at the PORT NOLLOTH 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 SANDDRIFT in PORT NOLLOTH, Northern Cape.
About SANDDRIFT, PORT NOLLOTH, Northern Cape
SANDDRIFT is a suburb or locality situated in the PORT NOLLOTH 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 SANDDRIFT is for street addresses and 8289 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 SANDDRIFT within the broader PORT NOLLOTH 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 SANDDRIFT is .
Frequently Asked Questions — SANDDRIFT Postal Code
What is the postal code for SANDDRIFT?
The postal code for SANDDRIFT in PORT NOLLOTH, Northern Cape is for street addresses and 8289 for PO Box addresses. These are 4-digit codes issued by the South African Post Office (SAPO).
What is the zip code for SANDDRIFT?
South Africa uses postal codes rather than zip codes. The zip code equivalent for SANDDRIFT, Northern Cape is . On international forms that ask for a zip code, enter if your address is a street address in SANDDRIFT.
What is the PO Box postal code for SANDDRIFT?
The PO Box postal code for SANDDRIFT in PORT NOLLOTH is 8289. Use this code when your mailing address is a Post Office Box. For physical street addresses, use instead.
What area does SANDDRIFT fall under?
SANDDRIFT falls under the PORT NOLLOTH area in Northern Cape, South Africa. It is assigned the postal code for street deliveries by SAPO.
Which province is SANDDRIFT located in?
SANDDRIFT is located in Northern Cape, South Africa, within the PORT NOLLOTH area. Its street postal code is .
What is the difference between a street code and a PO Box code?
A street code ( for SANDDRIFT) is used for physical address deliveries. A PO Box code (8289) 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 SANDDRIFT?
For online shopping deliveries including Takealot, Superbalist, Zando, and other SA retailers, enter when your delivery address is in SANDDRIFT, PORT NOLLOTH, Northern Cape.
Is the postal code for SANDDRIFT 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 SANDDRIFT is for street addresses. International forms requesting a zip code should be filled in with .
How do I address a letter to SANDDRIFT?
For a street address: write the recipient name, street number and street name, then SANDDRIFT, PORT NOLLOTH, Northern Cape, and end with . For a PO Box, use 8289.
What is my postal code if I live in SANDDRIFT?
If you live in SANDDRIFT in PORT NOLLOTH, Northern Cape, your postal code is . Use this for government forms, banking, medical aid, insurance, and all official documents. If you receive mail via a PO Box, use 8289.
Can I use for courier deliveries to SANDDRIFT?
Yes. For courier and parcel deliveries to a physical address in SANDDRIFT, Northern Cape, use . All major South African couriers — The Courier Guy, Dawn Wing, DHL, PostNet — use this code to route deliveries into the PORT NOLLOTH area.
What is the postcode for SANDDRIFT in South Africa?
The postcode for SANDDRIFT in South Africa is (street address) or 8289 (PO Box). The terms postcode, postal code, and zip code are all used interchangeably in South Africa.
What postal code do I use for SANDDRIFT on a government form?
For any South African government form, SARS submission, Home Affairs application, or municipality registration where your address is in SANDDRIFT, PORT NOLLOTH, use the street postal code .
How many digits is the postal code for SANDDRIFT?
The postal code for SANDDRIFT is a 4-digit number: . 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 SANDDRIFT in PORT NOLLOTH?
SANDDRIFT is located within the PORT NOLLOTH postal delivery area of Northern Cape. Browse our PORT NOLLOTH area postal codes page to find codes for nearby suburbs.
What is the postal code for PORT NOLLOTH in Northern Cape?
Different suburbs within PORT NOLLOTH, Northern Cape may have different postal codes. For SANDDRIFT specifically, the street postal code is . Visit our PORT NOLLOTH 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. SANDDRIFT in PORT NOLLOTH uses . Browse our Northern Cape postal codes page to explore all codes in the province.
Is used for SARS and tax returns?
Yes. When completing a SARS eFiling tax return or any SARS correspondence for an address in SANDDRIFT, PORT NOLLOTH, enter as your postal code.
What postal code do I use for SANDDRIFT on online shopping sites?
Use for all online shopping deliveries to a physical address in SANDDRIFT. This is recognised by Takealot, Checkers Sixty60, Pick n Pay, Woolworths, and all major SA online retailers.
Can I verify the SANDDRIFT 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 SANDDRIFT in PORT NOLLOTH, Northern Cape is and the PO Box code is 8289.
Note: Postal code information for SANDDRIFT is sourced from the South African Post Office (SAPO). Always confirm codes directly with SAPO for critical correspondence.
More About SANDDRIFT Postal Code — PORT NOLLOTH, Northern Cape
1. What is the physical postal code of SANDDRIFT?
The physical street postal code of SANDDRIFT is . This code covers all street-addressed properties in SANDDRIFT, PORT NOLLOTH, Northern Cape, South Africa. It is a 4-digit number assigned by the South African Post Office.
2. What is the zip code for SANDDRIFT, 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 SANDDRIFT in Northern Cape is . On international websites and forms that ask for a zip code, enter .
3. What postal code does SANDDRIFT use for banking and insurance?
For all banking, insurance, and financial service registrations where your address is in SANDDRIFT, PORT NOLLOTH, use the street code . 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 SANDDRIFT?
The post code for SANDDRIFT is for street addresses in PORT NOLLOTH, Northern Cape. If you are posting to a PO Box in SANDDRIFT, the post code is 8289. South African post codes are always 4 digits.
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