Requirements For Applying For An ID


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Getting your first ID in South Africa is the catalyst for many important things in your life. Here's the requirements for getting your first ID. 


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Whether it be writing your matric exams, applying for the National Student Financial Aid Scheme (NSFAS), securing bursaries and student loans, making a driver's licence appointment, opening a bank account, getting into a higher learning institution, and even exercising your right to vote, you need an ID. 

If you're applying for your ID for the first time, there's no need to worry about any costs. The process is entirely free for first-time applicants.

How to Apply for an ID

There are Four ways to apply for your ID

  1. Book an Appointment: Use the Branch Appointment Booking System (BABS) for a convenient appointment.
  2. eHomeAffairs Online Application: Apply online and visit a participating bank branch to complete the process.
  3. Visit Your Nearest Office: Go to the nearest Home Affairs office 
  4. Home Affairs Mobile Truck: Ask your teacher when a Home Affairs mobile truck will visit your school or area.

What’s Needed For An ID Application

For citizens who are 16 years and above (first-time applicants), you will need:

  • Your Birth Certificate.
  • The ID book/Smart ID card of a parent, informant, or legal guardian.
  • A parent, informant, or legal guardian over 18 who is a South African citizen must accompany you.
  • Your residential address.

You do not need to bring any payment or ID photo.

Additional Requirements if Both Parents Are Deceased

If both of your parents are deceased, you will need:

  • The Death Certificate of the deceased parent.
  • Legal documents such as a court order or foster care order if you have a guardian.
  • An online verification report of the informant or guardian, along with supporting documents.
  • Your residential address.

If Your First-Issue ID is Lost

If your first-issue ID is lost, you will need an affidavit stating the loss of the identity document. You will also need proof of address and R140 to pay for a reissue.

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Post-Matric Options

 

We helped you with past papers for your matric exams, so hopefully you are happy with your Matric results. So now you are faced with a lot of post-matric options that can shape your future paths. You might want to study law, teaching, or nursing. Of course studying is expensive so we have helpful advice about student loans, NSFAS bursaries, Fundi loans, ISFAP, and lots of other funding options.

These options range from pursuing higher education at universities , TVET Colleges or  private colleges, finding student accommodation, entering vocational training programs (like Learnerships and internships), joining the workforce, or even starting your own business. There are so many choices but we are here to help.

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