The Requirements to Apply for Online Passport
How long does it take to get a passport in South Africa Online?
It will take about 7-21 working days to process the application and issue the passport. The tourist passport is valid for 10 years. Note: Passports must be valid for at least 30 days after the intended departure date. Passports should also have at least 2 blank pages for entry stamps.
What are the documents needed to Apply for a South African Passport?
To apply for the passport, you must submit the following documents:
- A duly completed passport application Form DHA-73
- Your original identity document and a copy, or a birth certificate and copy thereof if under 16
- If under 18 years, parental consent for issuing of the passport. Please see Tourist passports: persons under 16 for the requirements
- A completed determination of citizenship Form DHA-529 when applying from abroad
- Present any existing valid tourist passport or if you have lost your passport or it has been stolen and you are applying for a new passport, you must provide a loss of passport report (DHA-335 ) and confirmation that you reported the loss to the police
- Two colour photographs that comply with the Passport and ID Photograph Specifications (NOT needed at smartcard offices as ID images are captured digitally)
- Pay the prescribed fee for the passport
Can I renew my SA passport online?
Yes. Provided you want to renew your passport, the easiest way to do so is online. You can register on the eHomeAffairs website and make the payment through your internet banking account.
How fast can you get a South African passport?
Generally, South African passports are issued only in Pretoria, South Africa. However, applications must still be submitted or forwarded to the applicable South African representative office. Applications take six (6) months or more to be finalized.
How much does a South African Passport Cost?
The fees payable in respect of applications for a South African passport or travel document made within the Republic are as follows:
- Adult passport R600 for 32 pages (current fee R400); R1 200 for 48 pages (maxi, current fee R800)
- Child passport R600 (current fee R400)
- Official passport R600 (currently no charge)
- Diplomatic passport R600 (currently no charge)
- Document for travel purposes R600 (current fee R300)
- Crew member certificate R600 (current fee R350)
Can I Apply Online for My Passport in South Africa?
No. Currently, it is important to know that when you apply for a passport, whether in South Africa or overseas, you must apply in person because: The passport officer must be satisfied that your identity is legal and valid.
