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Death Certificate South Africa: How to Apply [2026]
A death certificate is one of the first documents you need after a loved one passes away in South Africa. It is required to settle the estate, claim life insurance, […]
Guides
Step-by-step guides on South African ID applications, Home Affairs procedures, and identity-related processes — written in plain English for ordinary citizens who just need to get something done.
Marriage Certificate South Africa: How to Apply [2026]
A South African marriage certificate is the official Department of Home Affairs (DHA) record that proves a marriage exists. You will need it for almost every life-admin task that follows […]
Unabridged Birth Certificate South Africa: 2026 Guide
An unabridged birth certificate — sometimes called a "full" or "long-form" birth certificate — is the version Home Affairs issues that lists both parents in full. South Africa moved to […]
Passport Renewal South Africa: How to Renew Your Passport [2026]
The South African passport is your gateway to international travel — but it has a finite shelf life, and if it expires while you are abroad or about to travel, […]
eHome Affairs South Africa: Login & Online Portal Guide [2026]
The eHome Affairs portal is the South African Department of Home Affairs (DHA) online self-service platform. It lets you apply for a Smart ID Card or passport, book an appointment, […]
Late Registration of Birth in South Africa: Home Affairs Requirements [2026]
Late registration of birth is the process of registering a South African citizen's birth with the Department of Home Affairs after the standard 30-day window has passed. Every year, thousands […]
Identity Document Number: What It Is and Where to Find Yours [2026]
Your identity document number is the 13-digit number on your South African ID — the unique identifier Home Affairs assigns you for life. It appears on your Smart ID card, […]
What Is the BI-9 Form? SA ID Application Form Explained [2026]
The BI-9 form is one of the most important documents you will ever fill in as a South African citizen. It is the official Department of Home Affairs application form […]
Smart ID Card Cost: How Much Does a South African ID Cost at Home Affairs?
Knowing the cost of a Smart ID card before you visit Home Affairs saves a wasted trip — and a lot of frustration in the queue. Fees at the Department […]
What Is PSIRA? Private Security Industry Regulation in South Africa
PSIRA registers and regulates every security officer and business in South Africa. Learn what PSIRA stands for, how to check a PSIRA number online, what the A-E grades mean, and how it connects to ID and FICA verification.