Is Home Affairs open for all services?

Home Affairs offices are open between 8am and 3.30pm: Monday to Friday. DHA service contact points observe all Covid-19 health protocols. When visiting our offices, please observe social distancing and wear a face mask. Together we can beat the Coronavirus!

Is Home Affairs doing ID now?

The Minister of Home Affairs, Dr Aaron Motsoaledi, has approved the resumption of Identity Document (ID) and passport applications and extended the validity period of legally issued visas or asylum permits which expired during the lockdown period to 31 December 2021.

Does Home Affairs allow Walkin?

NO Walk-in’s are allowed at BANKS. You can ONLY visit a bank branch once you have made an online application and booked your visit.

Which banks do ID cards in Durban?

When your smart ID or passport is ready, you will be notified to collect it at the branch. Six major banks in South Africa offer this service — Absa, FNB, Discovery Bank, Investec Bank, Nedbank, and Standard Bank.

What documents are needed for smart ID card?

First time applicant: Birth Certificate, proof of address and in case of minors, must be accompanied by the parent/s. Permanent resident of South Africa: Green bar-coded ID. First time applicant: Permanent residence certificate and proof of address.

What do I need to collect my ID at Home Affairs?

Applying for an Identity book / Identity document for the first time

1. Form BI-9, completed in black ink.
2. A certified copy of your Birth certificate or reference book or a copy of the old Transkei, Bophutatswana, Venda or Ciskei homelands identity or travel documents.

Can someone else pick up my ID?

Someone else can pick up your document, but they must present a letter signed by you giving them permission to do so and present a valid piece of identification for themselves.

How much is a smart card ID?

Form BI-1620, which must be completed at a Home Affairs office….Share:

Types of Applications	Cost of Applications	Photographs
Smart ID Card (all other citizens)	R140	No photos needed
Replacement of an ID or Smart Card	R140	Two identical ID photos
Temporary ID	R70	Two identical ID photos