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 WELKOM EXT 16 at the WELKOM Post Office.
Detail
Information
Suburb / Locality
WELKOM EXT 16
Area / Town
WELKOM
Province
Free State
Country
South Africa
Street Postal Code
9459
PO Box Postal Code
Postal Code Type
4-digit numeric (SAPO)
Also Known As
Zip code, postcode, area code, post code
📍 Location Details
Suburb: WELKOM EXT 16
Area: WELKOM
Province: Free State
Country: South Africa
📬 Postal Codes
Street Code: 9459
PO Box Code:
Issued by: South African Post Office (SAPO)
Format: 4-digit numeric
🚚 Courier & Delivery
Use code 9459 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 (9459) is used when addressing mail or parcels to a physical street address in WELKOM EXT 16. 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 WELKOM 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 WELKOM EXT 16 in WELKOM, Free State.
About WELKOM EXT 16, WELKOM, Free State
WELKOM EXT 16 is a suburb or locality situated in the WELKOM area of Free State, 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 WELKOM EXT 16 is 9459 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 WELKOM EXT 16 within the broader WELKOM 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 WELKOM EXT 16 is 9459.
Frequently Asked Questions — WELKOM EXT 16 Postal Code
What is the postal code for WELKOM EXT 16?
The postal code for WELKOM EXT 16 in WELKOM, Free State is 9459 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 WELKOM EXT 16?
South Africa uses postal codes rather than zip codes. The zip code equivalent for WELKOM EXT 16, Free State is 9459. On international forms that ask for a zip code, enter 9459 if your address is a street address in WELKOM EXT 16.
What is the PO Box postal code for WELKOM EXT 16?
The PO Box postal code for WELKOM EXT 16 in WELKOM is . Use this code when your mailing address is a Post Office Box. For physical street addresses, use 9459 instead.
What area does WELKOM EXT 16 fall under?
WELKOM EXT 16 falls under the WELKOM area in Free State, South Africa. It is assigned the postal code 9459 for street deliveries by SAPO.
Which province is WELKOM EXT 16 located in?
WELKOM EXT 16 is located in Free State, South Africa, within the WELKOM area. Its street postal code is 9459.
What is the difference between a street code and a PO Box code?
A street code (9459 for WELKOM EXT 16) 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 WELKOM EXT 16?
For online shopping deliveries including Takealot, Superbalist, Zando, and other SA retailers, enter 9459 when your delivery address is in WELKOM EXT 16, WELKOM, Free State.
Is the postal code for WELKOM EXT 16 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 WELKOM EXT 16 is 9459 for street addresses. International forms requesting a zip code should be filled in with 9459.
How do I address a letter to WELKOM EXT 16?
For a street address: write the recipient name, street number and street name, then WELKOM EXT 16, WELKOM, Free State, and end with 9459. For a PO Box, use .
What is my postal code if I live in WELKOM EXT 16?
If you live in WELKOM EXT 16 in WELKOM, Free State, your postal code is 9459. 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 9459 for courier deliveries to WELKOM EXT 16?
Yes. For courier and parcel deliveries to a physical address in WELKOM EXT 16, Free State, use 9459. All major South African couriers — The Courier Guy, Dawn Wing, DHL, PostNet — use this code to route deliveries into the WELKOM area.
What is the postcode for WELKOM EXT 16 in South Africa?
The postcode for WELKOM EXT 16 in South Africa is 9459 (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 WELKOM EXT 16 on a government form?
For any South African government form, SARS submission, Home Affairs application, or municipality registration where your address is in WELKOM EXT 16, WELKOM, use the street postal code 9459.
How many digits is the postal code for WELKOM EXT 16?
The postal code for WELKOM EXT 16 is a 4-digit number: 9459. 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 WELKOM EXT 16 in WELKOM?
WELKOM EXT 16 is located within the WELKOM postal delivery area of Free State. Browse our WELKOM area postal codes page to find codes for nearby suburbs.
What is the postal code for WELKOM in Free State?
Different suburbs within WELKOM, Free State may have different postal codes. For WELKOM EXT 16 specifically, the street postal code is 9459. Visit our WELKOM postal codes listing for all suburbs in this area.
What is the Free State postal code range?
Free State is served by multiple postal code ranges. WELKOM EXT 16 in WELKOM uses 9459. Browse our Free State postal codes page to explore all codes in the province.
Is 9459 used for SARS and tax returns?
Yes. When completing a SARS eFiling tax return or any SARS correspondence for an address in WELKOM EXT 16, WELKOM, enter 9459 as your postal code.
What postal code do I use for WELKOM EXT 16 on online shopping sites?
Use 9459 for all online shopping deliveries to a physical address in WELKOM EXT 16. This is recognised by Takealot, Checkers Sixty60, Pick n Pay, Woolworths, and all major SA online retailers.
Can I verify the WELKOM EXT 16 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 WELKOM EXT 16 in WELKOM, Free State is 9459 and the PO Box code is .
Note: Postal code information for WELKOM EXT 16 is sourced from the South African Post Office (SAPO). Always confirm codes directly with SAPO for critical correspondence.
More About WELKOM EXT 16 Postal Code — WELKOM, Free State
1. What is the physical postal code of WELKOM EXT 16?
The physical street postal code of WELKOM EXT 16 is 9459. This code covers all street-addressed properties in WELKOM EXT 16, WELKOM, Free State, South Africa. It is a 4-digit number assigned by the South African Post Office.
2. What is the zip code for WELKOM EXT 16, Free State?
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 WELKOM EXT 16 in Free State is 9459. On international websites and forms that ask for a zip code, enter 9459.
3. What postal code does WELKOM EXT 16 use for banking and insurance?
For all banking, insurance, and financial service registrations where your address is in WELKOM EXT 16, WELKOM, use the street code 9459. 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 WELKOM EXT 16?
The post code for WELKOM EXT 16 is 9459 for street addresses in WELKOM, Free State. If you are posting to a PO Box in WELKOM EXT 16, the post code is . South African post codes are always 4 digits.
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