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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
South African citizens must apply for a new passport when theirs expires — passports are not renewed. Applications are submitted at a Department of Home Affairs office with required forms, fingerprints, photos and supporting documents. If overseas, you can apply via the South African embassy or consulate. Processing times can be long depending on demand.
You can apply for a PCC at your local South African police station where fingerprints are taken and submitted to the South African Police Service Criminal Record Centre. A PCC verifies whether you have a criminal record — often required for visas, work permits, residency, and immigration applications. If abroad, fingerprints may be taken at the nearest South African diplomatic mission and the application forwarded to SAPS.
Typical documents include a valid passport, police clearance certificate, birth/marriage certificates, academic qualifications, proof of funds, proof of accommodation, and sometimes health certificates. These often must be correctly certified, notarised, and apostilled or authenticated for use abroad.
An Apostille is a form of authentication under the Hague Apostille Convention that certifies the origin of public documents so they will be recognised internationally in other Hague Convention countries. Many countries require this on documents such as PCCs, birth/marriage certificates, academic records, and letters of no impediment for visas, immigration, or employment.
Yes. Most countries and airlines require that passports be valid for at least six months beyond the planned date of return and contain enough blank pages for visas and entry/exit stamps. Always confirm specific destination requirements before travel.
South Africa and some countries have implemented e-Visa or Electronic Travel Authorization (ETA) systems to simplify travel document processing. For example, South Africa has introduced an ETA for certain nationalities entering South Africa for business or tourism. Check the official eVisa portal for specific eligibility, document upload requirements, and processing times before travel.
In many cases, initial online submissions may accept scanned or electronic copies of passports and supporting documents. However, originals or certified copies are typically required later for verification before visa issuance or at embassy interviews. Specific requirements depend on the destination country and visa type.
Report the loss/theft immediately to local law enforcement and obtain a police report. Then contact the nearest South African High Commission, Embassy, or Consulate to apply for an Emergency Travel Document to return to South Africa or complete a new passport application.
Processing times vary significantly:
Passports: several weeks to months, depending on demand and whether applied for locally or abroad.
Police clearance certificates: standard turnaround can take several weeks; expedited services can shorten this for an additional fee.
Apostilles: can take days to weeks depending on whether additional notarisation or authentication is needed. Start early to avoid delays around travel or immigration deadlines.
A refusal will usually include a reason for refusal. Actions you can take include:
Carefully reviewing the reason and addressing documentation gaps.
Reapplying with correct, complete documents.
Appealing if the destination country’s immigration policy allows it.
Consult the relevant embassy or consulate for guidance on next steps and deadlines.
