South African Identity Document
South African citizens and permanent residents, 16 years and older, must be in possession of an identity document. First time applicants must submit applications to their nearest Department of Home Affairs office or South African Missions (Embassies/Consulates abroad).
Requirements:
- Form DHA-9, Application for ID document. DHA-9 form is not available for downloading. Please send a self-addressed stamped envelope with a request to receive this form.
- First time applicants must provide certified copies of IDs or passports of both South African parents.
- Two (2) recent photographs; head and shoulder measuring 40 mm x 30 mm with applicant’s name and ID number written on the reverse side
- Certified copy of applicant’s old ID Book or birth certificate
Additional Requirements
- For divorced applicants: Divorce Decree
- For married applicants: Notarized Marriage Certificate
- For married female applicants who would like to retain their maiden surnames, or wish to use double–barrel surnames: Written Request to Change “Surname”
