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The Requirement to Register in South Africa
Who can register?
You must:
- be a South African citizen;
- be at least 16 years old (you can only vote from age 18); and
- and have a green, bar-coded ID book; smartcard ID; or valid Temporary Identity Certificate (TIC).
When and where can I register?
Make an appointment to apply for registration during office hours at the local IEC office responsible for your voting district. Please always phone first to make an appointment.
How do I know if or where I’m registered?
To check your registration details, you can:
- send an SMS with your ID number to 32810 (R1.00 per SMS);
- download our mobile app and enter your ID number;
- Check your voter registration details;
- or check at your local IEC office during office hours.
What documents do I need to apply for registration?
By law, you must apply in person (no online or email registrations are permitted). Please bring your:
- green, bar-coded ID book;
- smartcard ID; or
- valid Temporary Identity Certificate (TIC).
