The Department of Home Affairs provides this service. In all South African official languages, information on how to apply for an identification document is accessible in the Services area of this website. You may also apply for your ID online by visiting ehome.dha.gov.za/echannel.
Where can I get my ID in South Africa?
You can apply for your ID book at any Department of Home Affairs office or any South African mission or consulate abroad. All applications are forwarded to the Department’s headquarters in Pretoria.
Is the initial ID application free?
Fee for processing: For first-time applicants, there is no charge. ID papers are only available to South African citizens and permanent residents aged 16 and over. BI 529 – Citizenship determination; required for all applicants.
How can I apply online for a South African smart ID card?
Visit https://services.dha.gov.za/#/authenticate/identity to schedule an appointment. You can apply for an identification paper if you are 16 or older (ID). To register for your matriculation exams, obtain a driver’s license, or open a bank account, you will need an ID.
How long do you have to wait for your SA ID?
Do you want a Smart ID Card? 14 working days from the date of application if the application is straightforward and meets all standards.
How long is a SA ID valid?
Your first Smart ID Card will be provided at no cost to you. The Department is presently finalizing the pricing of the Smart ID Card for clients who need to re-issue their cards. How long is the card meant to be good for? The Department has picked technologies and materials that will ensure the card will endure at least ten years.
