Use for all physical street address deliveries, online shopping, courier bookings, and official forms.
PO Box Code
3850
Use when addressing mail to a Post Office Box in THUBALETHU at the MELMOTH Post Office.
Detail
Information
Suburb / Locality
THUBALETHU
Area / Town
MELMOTH
Province
KwaZulu-Natal
Country
South Africa
Street Postal Code
3850
PO Box Postal Code
3850
Postal Code Type
4-digit numeric (SAPO)
Also Known As
Zip code, postcode, area code, post code
📍 Location Details
Suburb: THUBALETHU
Area: MELMOTH
Province: KwaZulu-Natal
Country: South Africa
📬 Postal Codes
Street Code: 3850
PO Box Code: 3850
Issued by: South African Post Office (SAPO)
Format: 4-digit numeric
🚚 Courier & Delivery
Use code 3850 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 (3850) is used when addressing mail or parcels to a physical street address in THUBALETHU. This is the code to use on online shopping platforms, bank statements, courier bookings, and government forms.
The PO Box code (3850) is used exclusively when sending mail to a Post Office Box rented at the MELMOTH 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 THUBALETHU in MELMOTH, KwaZulu-Natal.
About THUBALETHU, MELMOTH, KwaZulu-Natal
THUBALETHU is a suburb or locality situated in the MELMOTH area of KwaZulu-Natal, 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 THUBALETHU is 3850 for street addresses and 3850 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 THUBALETHU within the broader MELMOTH 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 THUBALETHU is 3850.
Frequently Asked Questions — THUBALETHU Postal Code
What is the postal code for THUBALETHU?
The postal code for THUBALETHU in MELMOTH, KwaZulu-Natal is 3850 for street addresses and 3850 for PO Box addresses. These are 4-digit codes issued by the South African Post Office (SAPO).
What is the zip code for THUBALETHU?
South Africa uses postal codes rather than zip codes. The zip code equivalent for THUBALETHU, KwaZulu-Natal is 3850. On international forms that ask for a zip code, enter 3850 if your address is a street address in THUBALETHU.
What is the PO Box postal code for THUBALETHU?
The PO Box postal code for THUBALETHU in MELMOTH is 3850. Use this code when your mailing address is a Post Office Box. For physical street addresses, use 3850 instead.
What area does THUBALETHU fall under?
THUBALETHU falls under the MELMOTH area in KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa. It is assigned the postal code 3850 for street deliveries by SAPO.
Which province is THUBALETHU located in?
THUBALETHU is located in KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa, within the MELMOTH area. Its street postal code is 3850.
What is the difference between a street code and a PO Box code?
A street code (3850 for THUBALETHU) is used for physical address deliveries. A PO Box code (3850) 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 THUBALETHU?
For online shopping deliveries including Takealot, Superbalist, Zando, and other SA retailers, enter 3850 when your delivery address is in THUBALETHU, MELMOTH, KwaZulu-Natal.
Is the postal code for THUBALETHU 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 THUBALETHU is 3850 for street addresses. International forms requesting a zip code should be filled in with 3850.
How do I address a letter to THUBALETHU?
For a street address: write the recipient name, street number and street name, then THUBALETHU, MELMOTH, KwaZulu-Natal, and end with 3850. For a PO Box, use 3850.
What is my postal code if I live in THUBALETHU?
If you live in THUBALETHU in MELMOTH, KwaZulu-Natal, your postal code is 3850. Use this for government forms, banking, medical aid, insurance, and all official documents. If you receive mail via a PO Box, use 3850.
Can I use 3850 for courier deliveries to THUBALETHU?
Yes. For courier and parcel deliveries to a physical address in THUBALETHU, KwaZulu-Natal, use 3850. All major South African couriers — The Courier Guy, Dawn Wing, DHL, PostNet — use this code to route deliveries into the MELMOTH area.
What is the postcode for THUBALETHU in South Africa?
The postcode for THUBALETHU in South Africa is 3850 (street address) or 3850 (PO Box). The terms postcode, postal code, and zip code are all used interchangeably in South Africa.
What postal code do I use for THUBALETHU on a government form?
For any South African government form, SARS submission, Home Affairs application, or municipality registration where your address is in THUBALETHU, MELMOTH, use the street postal code 3850.
How many digits is the postal code for THUBALETHU?
The postal code for THUBALETHU is a 4-digit number: 3850. 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 THUBALETHU in MELMOTH?
THUBALETHU is located within the MELMOTH postal delivery area of KwaZulu-Natal. Browse our MELMOTH area postal codes page to find codes for nearby suburbs.
What is the postal code for MELMOTH in KwaZulu-Natal?
Different suburbs within MELMOTH, KwaZulu-Natal may have different postal codes. For THUBALETHU specifically, the street postal code is 3850. Visit our MELMOTH postal codes listing for all suburbs in this area.
What is the KwaZulu-Natal postal code range?
KwaZulu-Natal is served by multiple postal code ranges. THUBALETHU in MELMOTH uses 3850. Browse our KwaZulu-Natal postal codes page to explore all codes in the province.
Is 3850 used for SARS and tax returns?
Yes. When completing a SARS eFiling tax return or any SARS correspondence for an address in THUBALETHU, MELMOTH, enter 3850 as your postal code.
What postal code do I use for THUBALETHU on online shopping sites?
Use 3850 for all online shopping deliveries to a physical address in THUBALETHU. This is recognised by Takealot, Checkers Sixty60, Pick n Pay, Woolworths, and all major SA online retailers.
Can I verify the THUBALETHU 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 THUBALETHU in MELMOTH, KwaZulu-Natal is 3850 and the PO Box code is 3850.
Note: Postal code information for THUBALETHU is sourced from the South African Post Office (SAPO). Always confirm codes directly with SAPO for critical correspondence.
More About THUBALETHU Postal Code — MELMOTH, KwaZulu-Natal
1. What is the physical postal code of THUBALETHU?
The physical street postal code of THUBALETHU is 3850. This code covers all street-addressed properties in THUBALETHU, MELMOTH, KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa. It is a 4-digit number assigned by the South African Post Office.
2. What is the zip code for THUBALETHU, KwaZulu-Natal?
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 THUBALETHU in KwaZulu-Natal is 3850. On international websites and forms that ask for a zip code, enter 3850.
3. What postal code does THUBALETHU use for banking and insurance?
For all banking, insurance, and financial service registrations where your address is in THUBALETHU, MELMOTH, use the street code 3850. 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 THUBALETHU?
The post code for THUBALETHU is 3850 for street addresses in MELMOTH, KwaZulu-Natal. If you are posting to a PO Box in THUBALETHU, the post code is 3850. South African post codes are always 4 digits.
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