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 SYMHURST at the GERMISTON Post Office.
Detail
Information
Suburb / Locality
SYMHURST
Area / Town
GERMISTON
Province
Gauteng
Country
South Africa
Street Postal Code
1401
PO Box Postal Code
Postal Code Type
4-digit numeric (SAPO)
Also Known As
Zip code, postcode, area code, post code
📍 Location Details
Suburb: SYMHURST
Area: GERMISTON
Province: Gauteng
Country: South Africa
📬 Postal Codes
Street Code: 1401
PO Box Code:
Issued by: South African Post Office (SAPO)
Format: 4-digit numeric
🚚 Courier & Delivery
Use code 1401 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 (1401) is used when addressing mail or parcels to a physical street address in SYMHURST. 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 GERMISTON 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 SYMHURST in GERMISTON, Gauteng.
About SYMHURST, GERMISTON, Gauteng
SYMHURST is a suburb or locality situated in the GERMISTON 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 SYMHURST is 1401 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 SYMHURST within the broader GERMISTON 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 SYMHURST is 1401.
Frequently Asked Questions — SYMHURST Postal Code
What is the postal code for SYMHURST?
The postal code for SYMHURST in GERMISTON, Gauteng is 1401 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 SYMHURST?
South Africa uses postal codes rather than zip codes. The zip code equivalent for SYMHURST, Gauteng is 1401. On international forms that ask for a zip code, enter 1401 if your address is a street address in SYMHURST.
What is the PO Box postal code for SYMHURST?
The PO Box postal code for SYMHURST in GERMISTON is . Use this code when your mailing address is a Post Office Box. For physical street addresses, use 1401 instead.
What area does SYMHURST fall under?
SYMHURST falls under the GERMISTON area in Gauteng, South Africa. It is assigned the postal code 1401 for street deliveries by SAPO.
Which province is SYMHURST located in?
SYMHURST is located in Gauteng, South Africa, within the GERMISTON area. Its street postal code is 1401.
What is the difference between a street code and a PO Box code?
A street code (1401 for SYMHURST) 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 SYMHURST?
For online shopping deliveries including Takealot, Superbalist, Zando, and other SA retailers, enter 1401 when your delivery address is in SYMHURST, GERMISTON, Gauteng.
Is the postal code for SYMHURST 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 SYMHURST is 1401 for street addresses. International forms requesting a zip code should be filled in with 1401.
How do I address a letter to SYMHURST?
For a street address: write the recipient name, street number and street name, then SYMHURST, GERMISTON, Gauteng, and end with 1401. For a PO Box, use .
What is my postal code if I live in SYMHURST?
If you live in SYMHURST in GERMISTON, Gauteng, your postal code is 1401. 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 1401 for courier deliveries to SYMHURST?
Yes. For courier and parcel deliveries to a physical address in SYMHURST, Gauteng, use 1401. All major South African couriers — The Courier Guy, Dawn Wing, DHL, PostNet — use this code to route deliveries into the GERMISTON area.
What is the postcode for SYMHURST in South Africa?
The postcode for SYMHURST in South Africa is 1401 (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 SYMHURST on a government form?
For any South African government form, SARS submission, Home Affairs application, or municipality registration where your address is in SYMHURST, GERMISTON, use the street postal code 1401.
How many digits is the postal code for SYMHURST?
The postal code for SYMHURST is a 4-digit number: 1401. 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 SYMHURST in GERMISTON?
SYMHURST is located within the GERMISTON postal delivery area of Gauteng. Browse our GERMISTON area postal codes page to find codes for nearby suburbs.
What is the postal code for GERMISTON in Gauteng?
Different suburbs within GERMISTON, Gauteng may have different postal codes. For SYMHURST specifically, the street postal code is 1401. Visit our GERMISTON postal codes listing for all suburbs in this area.
What is the Gauteng postal code range?
Gauteng is served by multiple postal code ranges. SYMHURST in GERMISTON uses 1401. Browse our Gauteng postal codes page to explore all codes in the province.
Is 1401 used for SARS and tax returns?
Yes. When completing a SARS eFiling tax return or any SARS correspondence for an address in SYMHURST, GERMISTON, enter 1401 as your postal code.
What postal code do I use for SYMHURST on online shopping sites?
Use 1401 for all online shopping deliveries to a physical address in SYMHURST. This is recognised by Takealot, Checkers Sixty60, Pick n Pay, Woolworths, and all major SA online retailers.
Can I verify the SYMHURST 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 SYMHURST in GERMISTON, Gauteng is 1401 and the PO Box code is .
Note: Postal code information for SYMHURST is sourced from the South African Post Office (SAPO). Always confirm codes directly with SAPO for critical correspondence.
More About SYMHURST Postal Code — GERMISTON, Gauteng
1. What is the physical postal code of SYMHURST?
The physical street postal code of SYMHURST is 1401. This code covers all street-addressed properties in SYMHURST, GERMISTON, Gauteng, South Africa. It is a 4-digit number assigned by the South African Post Office.
2. What is the zip code for SYMHURST, 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 SYMHURST in Gauteng is 1401. On international websites and forms that ask for a zip code, enter 1401.
3. What postal code does SYMHURST use for banking and insurance?
For all banking, insurance, and financial service registrations where your address is in SYMHURST, GERMISTON, use the street code 1401. 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 SYMHURST?
The post code for SYMHURST is 1401 for street addresses in GERMISTON, Gauteng. If you are posting to a PO Box in SYMHURST, the post code is . South African post codes are always 4 digits.
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