Can I Get A New Birth Certificate in South Africa?

Births are registered at the Department of Home Affairs. All children born in South Africa must be registered within 30 days of their birth (in terms of the Births and Deaths Registration Act, 1992.).

How do I get a replacement birth certificate in South Africa?

Here are the steps to get a replacement birth certificate in South Africa:

complete Form BI–154 and submit it to the nearest office of the Department of Home Affairs if you are in South Africa, or the nearest South African embassy, mission or consulate if you are overseas.
pay the required fee for the application.

How long does it take to replace a birth certificate in South Africa?

Replacing a birth certificate or getting an unabridged birth certificate might take up to 24 weeks. However, if your records cannot be found by Home Affairs, you will be required to fill the BI-288 & BI-24 forms. This process might however, take a longer period to complete .

Can I find my birth certificate online South Africa?

Online copies of the birth certificate are not available. Birth certificate are only available in physical copies at the Department of Home Affairs branch.

How much is a birth certificate reprint in South Africa?

A reprint of a birth certificate in South Africa cost about R75, which is only obtainable by applying at Department of Home Affairs. Please note, this could take up to six months.