The South African Department of Home Affairs has amended the Unabridged Birth Certificate norm for international minors traveling to South Africa as of November 8, 2019. If accompanied by their parents, foreign children under the age of 18 can enter the nation without supplementary documentation such as birth certificates and consent letters. South African children, on the other hand, still require the Unabridged Birth Certificate.
What is a full birth certificate?
An Unabridged Birth Certificate is a document that includes the names and addresses of both biological parents or legal guardians. Unaccompanied minors under the age of 18 require them in addition to the other documentation required for entry and exit from South Africa (passports, visa stamps, etc.).
What is the procedure for obtaining an Unabridged Certificate?
If you have a kid under the age of 18, you can apply at your preferred Department of Home Affairs branch or a South African embassy, mission, or consulate. R 75.00 is the application fee.
You will require the following documents: the parents’ identity documents and the child’s ID number.
All documents must be either originals or certified copies.
When a kid is born, parents must register the birth within 30 days of the child’s birth date. You will obtain an Unabridged Birth Certificate at no additional cost after submitting your registration application. According to the Department of Home Affairs, you should obtain the certificate within a day or two of submitting your application.
The procedure of obtaining an unabridged birth certificate for travel purposes can take up to eight weeks. If your anticipated travel date falls within this time frame, notify the Department of Home Affairs, and they will provide you an official letter to replace the Unabridged Birth Certificate.
What is the distinction between a birth certificate and a full birth certificate?
Abridged birth certificates only include the mother’s name and surname. Unabridged birth certificates provide information about both the mother and father.
Is an unabridged birth certificate required for foreign flights?
Unabridged Birth Certificates are essential if you want to immigrate, get dual citizenship, or travel with your children abroad. Parents must provide an Unabridged Birth Certificate for each of their children while traveling overseas, asking for foreign citizenship for their children, or immigrating.
