Im afraid we do not specialise in passport applications. So the date you arrive back in South Africa you passport needs to be valid for another 6 months and has to have 3 consecutive blanks pages in it. For this you would need to contact Home Africa directly. My question is can I collect his passport when ready on his behalf? Thanks for the outline. Can she travel on a temporary travel permit and if so how does she go about it? They will be able to answer any online payment queries you might have. Many thanks, If collecting in person is not possible, you may authorize another person to collect your passport on your behalf. Here is a link to view all this information. What am I doing wrong? Thanks for reaching out and the great question. Hi I travel to the USA in December and arrive back in SA on 14th Dec. My passport expires on 20th May 2019 (5 months after i get back) Do i need to get a new passport. Thanks! For years (since at least 2014), many South African passport renewal applications abroad have been taking six months but now this has become the norm, and some renewals are taking around 12 months! Im travelling on 10 January to return 21 January 2019. My SA passport has long since expired, way back in 2014, but I will be visiting the US next year.. so would I need to renew my expired passport or would I have to reapply for a whole new passport? Avoid using the Consular Service in London! Regarding your options when applying renewing or applying for a passport. Click on: Child is travelling with 1 parent. That adds 85 km. What a nightmare if I new this I would have just paid one of those queuing companies to sort this out. Hi Marcelle / Jeanette I have tried the online application several times over a period of 1 month. If I take the Passport renewal form and explain my new passport has not arrived yet, will I be prevented from travelling to or from SA? He has just turned 16. Im a foreigner, I live abroad and Im divorcing from my wife which is a SA citizen, we have a little boy, she said needs a passport for him ASAP, she is been trying to use this against to me, finally I will flight into RSA next December to see the boy and get his passport sorted, I try to do an online application to do this through FNB branch, but look like I cant no register with Home Affairs using my foreigner passport, is any way how to get support for this process ? Hope you can provide me with advice. For this you would need to reach out to your Bank or DHA. When applying for a new passport you will need to present your old passport. passport has expired is it true that because she is a minor, I cannot renew her passport online? I would suggest contacting the bank direct. Will we both still need to be present? We do ask that you follow up with Department of Home Affairs direct for their most up to date tariffs on applying for a passport. I have a 10 year visa to the UK which is expiring in March 2019. What I do recommend is doing it as soon as possible to avoid disappointment. Simply go to your local branch to have your biometrics done. Her passport expires next year (5years). ABSA, Nedbank, Standard and FNB all have a branch where one can do their passport application. gary_garnett@yahoo.com. There will provide a list of contacts. As per DHA Circular No. Absa Gandhi Square Johannesburg Gandhi Square, Johannesburg \tYou will then be required to log in to your internet banking to authorise the payment. Two questions: Can children (youngsters under 16 who have had passports in the past) renew their passports at the banks? They would be able to provide you with the most up to date information and correct procedures to follow. I usually leave SA on SA passport and enter UK on Brit passport (still fine), and visa versa on return to SA. I am assisting my friends parents. Where do we even start?! unfortunately we are citizens due to naturalisation. Hi Yehudi, thank you for reaching out to us. However did speak to the home affairs official at Nedbank in Arcadia, is there a way to get a Passport an urgent case, in other words faster than the normal approx 14 working days? They will check on the back end and should be able to assist. Also, is it true that one can apply online? To my knowledge if one has lost their passport they will need to pay an additional R400 on top of the R400 when applying for a new passport. There was quite a back log so passport renews are taking longer then usual. It doesnt allow to enter any other info for the spouse or kids. It should be noted that even if all other documents have been properly done, but your photo and signature images failed to meet quality standards, your passport application will be rejected. good day Im working in Malawi and my passport is expiring end of January 2019. The Covid-19 Pandemic has exacerbated this, and Embassies are struggling with a backlog. Pay the fee of R400. I need a new maxi passport because I am travelling back to Spain on January 10th 2019. The authorized person will need to bring: Original Payment Receipt of the applicant(s) An original signed and certified authorization letter from the applicant. I have already received an emergency travel certificate very easily from my SA embassy here in Thailand but my issue is leaving SA again. However given the circumstances, the renewal of passports are unfortunately taking much longer. Can you extend our expiring date? Answer some security questions. Applying for Tourist Passports: Persons under 16 years Desiree. I am currently living and working in Italy and I am a South African citizen and currently have a SA passport , I am planning to go to SA at the beginning of December 2021 and my passport expires on the 19 December 2021. I would suggest going into Home Affairs and ask them to check on the back end to see what the hold up is and hopefully they can shed more light. Payment Type Amount Reason (if applicable) I would like to know that are we able to get married with me with my ID and my wife With her passport?? One just walked in and was assisted within minutes, other had to queue for quite sometime. Does anyone have an alternative number that I could try, or please shed some light on whether they have had any success fixing this issue?? You have to fly to Nedbank Sandown or Lakeview (both in Johannesburg) to have the biometrics done ! South African Passport Important Notice: Discontinuation of Temporary Passports Please note that issuance of Temporary Passports has been discontinued from 1 September 2014. I need to renew my SA passport (it is still currently valid), but I fly out on the second week of January. Firstly sorry to hear about your father in-law. Save my name, email, and website in this browser for the next time I comment. For any further information we recommend contacting the DHA direct and they will be able to assist and answer any other questions you might have. I found the following information on DHA website: Question: I already have a passport, do I need to submit a copy of my ID/birth certificate?. I will be flying back to S.A. to renew my passport as applying overseas will take too long. Could someone please assist me with this? In trying to renew my Passport I have learnt more from the peoples queries and your responses than from Home Affairs, We happy to hear that our followers queries, our content and replies have helped . Work in England but my passport will expire end of March 2022 I have booked a ticket to fly back to South Africa 01/11/2021 and return to England 21/11/2021. I have tried emailing and calling home affairs so many times, if I am lucky enough to have my call answered, nobody can assist me and I am passed around from pillar to post Has anyone ever come across this error when trying to submit their application online? You will need to contact the South African Embassy direct and they will advise on the correct procedures to follow and if one is able to apply online. hi my sister and i have been trying to apply for a passport for the past 3 weeks. You already have a similar application open and in progress with Home Affairs on the old system.. The numbers on the contact us screen does not work pr. The childs passport is valid for 10 years. Any idea if my husband can fetch on my behalf? Leave your contact details in the form below and well be in touch to discuss your financial requirements. What do i do now can i apply for a new one or must i say it was lost? I would suggest going into the branch to see what they advise and they should be able to answer any online applications you might have and see why the cost is showing a R0.00. The tourist passport is valid for 10 years. If you reside in Arkansas, Alabama, Florida, District of Colombia, Illinois, Georgia, Iowa, Kansas, Indiana, Louisiana, Michigan, Maryland, Minnesota, Missouri, Mississippi, Nebraska, Ohio, South Dakota, North Dakota, Oklahoma, Virginia, Texas, Puerto Rico, Wisconsin, and Virgin Islands, this is where you should go for your South African passport issues. Good Day You can also do this at notary public offices or fingerprints taking centers. Amelia. Not really sure if i should just pay it? Ques as 6 hrs long (yesterday I did not get in) in each office plus offices runing without air conditions , people swearing, pushing and you have to watch for your staff pocket pickup very often especially in Belville. Your fingerprints against the National Population Register. Required fields are marked *. I have dual citizenship and need to renew my South African passport. Or if you could go to Home Affairs on her behalf to get an update. Also if i arrived on Dec 22nd, would that be a bad time to apply for a passport considering Christmas and New year? An original signed and certified authorization letter from the applicant Do you need to hand over your old passport in order to apply for a new one? To my knowledge they will allow you to keep your old passport while applying for a new passport. How do I add the Department of Home Affairs as a beneficiary on absa internet banking. Hello Marcelle I need this in order to to give payment instruction for my passport application. Can I do this without having to go to Home Affairs? I would like to know if they deactivate your current passport when you do an online application. They will need to check on their system and be able to advise accordingly. Hi there, Under status it says Action required: (Update). I live in the UK, my SA passport is due to expire in Aug 2021. I was wondering if I could I renew the passport now, before it expires. I hope you come right and manage to book the appointment. Please note, you will need internet banking to proceed with your online passport application. Please contact your Home Affairs office before visiting, to confirm if theyre using the new bio-metric application system, or if you need to bring your own photos and to get the most up to date information as this could change at anytime. But not the process !! I was wondering if you could be of assistance? Is there any way to fast track my new passport as my new visa will require a full page? I, am resident in the UK and been living in the UK for the last 25 years with my spouse. I hear that you cannot apply for a new passport more than six months before the expiration date of the passport. If under 18 years, the prescribed consent by parents must be furnished. It should take you to the next page where you would need to enter your ID number and email address. Best to contact the bank for this and they will be able to answer if you would need to collect your passport or if someone would be able to collect on your behalf. Million thanks for your help, Pierre, I have found the following on: Childs passport. They will be able to give a time frame on the processing time when applying for a SA passport from the UK. They will be able to provide you with the most up to date information. Is it possible to apply for passports for my kids online aswell? I still need to apply for my visa and I leave in a months time. Submit ID and Passport applications online, Make online payments for applications, Make bookings where allowed. I need to apply to renew my passport that expires on 4 April 2021. Option 2: Home Affairs Equipped Bank Branch. If you need a visa, you must ensure that your passport has two blank facing pages one for the visa and one for an entry stamp. To apply for the passport, you must submit the following documents: A duly completed passport application Form DHA-73 (this can be found on Home Affairs website) Your original identity document and a copy, or a birth certificate and copy thereof if under 16. They offer this service and should be able to provide more information. Applicants must submit both the original application forms alongside every supporting documents, plus a copy of the completed set. but applying for the passport online the payment option didnt work so have to join the queues. You would need to contact the Department of Home Affairs to see if this is something they offer (extending the expiry date) I dont think so, but you welcome to check. Would I be able to apply through my bank branch for my son for his first time, or will I have to go through the painstaking process of going to a Home Affairs office? They will be able to provide a time frame. Please can you help by advising how we can get this sorted? Please be informed that the Department of Home Affairs will no longer issue Temporary Passports as from 01 September 2014. Hi Mark, thank you for reaching out to us. They will be able to provide you with the most up to date information. I have applied for a new maxi passport, but the time period to get my new passport and apply for a USA visa in time will be almost impossible. Emergency travel certificates are issued at South African missions abroad and take only three (3) weeks to be finalized. Please can you assist me with information on renewing a passport for minor: My daughters passport expires on 03 October 2018. However I do recommend you contact DHA direct as they will be able to advise if they will charge or not and the correct procedures to follow. My daughter lives in the UK and has an SA and an Irish Passport. You welcome to check with Nedbank, Standard Bank or FNB. Tried that three times with three new passwords none of which work. Here we shed some light on the procedures to follow. We want to get married but she only has a passport. South African Passports Further to this the offices are currently closed due to Covid-19 and no one answers the helpline or e-mails either. Thanks for reaching out. Firstly thank you for the all the tips with the payment process they dont make it simple to understand. It is 48-page document, and just like the regular passports, they are also valid for ten years. With eHomeAffairs services available, your South African passport application and passport renewal process should prove to be a simple and easy task to do before booking your flight to your dream destination. Email the South African Embassy at consular1@ saembassy.org and request form BI-9 and the current fee schedule for renewing a passport. Notarized Marriage Certificate. Are you applying outside the county? My questions are: can i travel back to SA on an expired passport from NZ? I have a work commitment in Mauritius and my handbag was stolen with my passport in it. Much appreciated. The process is supposed to take 4-6 months. Make sure you send in the correct fees. They will be able to advise on the renewal process and the correct procedures to follow. The process is quite long, but the Embassy will advise on the correct procedure to follow, what documents are required, the cost and length of time to process a new passport. I did the e-application through Canal Walk / Century City Standard Bank in Cape Town. Upon the expiration, you have to apply for a brand new regular passport, since it is currently not renewable. They will be able to advise how long you will have before you can collect. Dept of Home Affairs does not answer and they dont answer my emails. Finally, attach a copy of your ID He is 85 years old is this the reason why I cannot complete the process? window._wp_rp_post_tags = ['travel+documents', 'passport+application', 'biometrics', 'passport+renewal', 'home+affairs', 'travel', 'south', 'internet', 'onlin', 'passport', 'home', 'collect', 'biometr', 'secur', 'applic', 'book', 'renew', 'affair', 'african', 'bank', 'dream']; Record your biometrics Thanks for reaching out. Ones passport needs to be valid for 6 months from date of return. He confirmed it did save him quite a bit of time not having to stand in the queue as he had already completed the application form so he went straight through to the next queue for the biometrics. Hi there, I wonder if you could possibly give me some advice. They will need to advise on the correct procedures to follow if this an still be done via their site or if you would need to go to DHA to change it. Is there any way one could request for an express renewal of the passport? When applying for a new passport they do not take the old passport. Although I am a South African citizen, I was born in the UK. BUT, on the online application site if you say your passport is full it automatically adds a R400 penalty for a lost passport. When will FNB Cape Town be able to process passports and ID documents. Thanks for reaching out. Is there somewhere I can find and download the application forms to print out? I need to apply for a passport for my son (22months old) would I be able to make use of this online portal to do most of the work to avoid queuing numerous times with a toddler? My visa expires 17 July 2018 which does not give me 6 months availability beyond date of departure. When renewing ones passport the current cost is R400 however this could change at anytime. Does he still need both parents to be physically present when he goes for his passport? For this please contact Home Affairs direct. Hi It could be a glitch on their system and Home Affairs would then need to look into it and change it on their side. Im afraid we are not able to advise on this. My passport is not about to expire However I only have one page left How can I get a new passport quickly while in the USA and without sending my current passport in the post? If others have faced this issue and know of a way to follow-up on this would greatly appreciate if you could let me know. Guardianship Order. Yes one is able to apply for their new passport before the old one expires. I also received this error message, if anyone has any advice, please respond to this thread. Youve just put my mind at ease. Its a long way for me to drive only to be turned away. I need to renew both my passport and that of my wife. I am aware of the 6-month post return validity rule and just wanted to find out if I would still need to apply for a new passport as mine will be valid for 6 months and 6 days upon my return? I am planning on working in South Korea next year and noticed that my passport expires in December 2021. All information on this blog page was correct at the time of publishing and may change at any time without prior notice. Thank you! Please advise if you have to pay the R800 for a lost but expired passport (expired more than 10 years ago); it seems excessive for a passport that expired. This would be on DHA website, which we are not able to fix. To apply for the passport, you must submit the following documents: A duly completed passport application Form DHA-73 For this you would need to contact DHA direct to see if this would be possible. They will need to advise if they can have it your ID card sent to you in the UK. However I would suggest contacting the South African Embassy where you and they will be able to advise accordingly if this would be possible or not. Travelstart will not be held liable for loss or inconvenience resulting from the use of out-dated or incorrectly noted information.. Subscribe to the FinGlobal newsletter to receive all the latest news and information regarding our services and South African expats. Different Types of Passports and their Corresponding Requirements. And we found this services is only for Citizen who born in South Africa that can register the profile. I will be in Saudi Arabia at that time, and will only return to South Africa around June 2019. It must be 2 x 2, and should be properly taken. You can do it at any South African embassy or mission. Johannesburg (by appointment only): 1 Park Lane, Wierda Valley, Sandton 2196, South Africa. Please ensure that you submit two sets of the application: a) the original application forms with supporting documents, and b) a copy of the completed set. Thanks for reaching out and sorry you struggling to renew your moms passport. I applied online but selected DHA to do Biometrics and Photos, is it possible to go to complete the process at the bank, or do I need to go to home affairs to complete biometrics. Thanks for reaching out. Will be his first passport. useless website. Home Affairs Headquarters To my knowledge they dont issue temporary passports anymore. Is this why there is a penalty? If I renewed it now, though, I might have a problem getting through immigration as my current exit/reentry visa is linked to my current passport number. Sorry to hear you experiencing problems when trying to submit your application for a new ID Card and passport. I hope you can help. As you know some Home Affairs offices are helpful, others not. Keep in mind, however, that temporary passports are being phased out and will only be issued in cases of real emergencies, e.g. Remember you will need to complete the process in person at a South African embassy or consulate. Trust that you are well We are going to Turkey at the end of the month? This is up to the discretion of the airline check-in staff and immigration. Hello. The South African Consulate General in Los Angeles, CA. I am also having this issue can anyone help? They will be able to provide you with the most up to date information, if you can apply for a new passport and still travel on your old one before they cancel it. It takes 6 months minimum! Selected Standard Bank Kingsmead Durban. I Selected the option for Renewal passport which expires in more than 6months(which is the truth). This passport is issued to South African children 16 years old and younger. The South African Embassy in Washington DC. Valid passport of travelling guardian and child Written confirmation by your country of origin that the country cannot issue you with a passport, except in the case of refugees that have been granted permanent residence as a refugee. (Ive booked at ABSA Centurion Lifestyle). How shocking!!! Is that possible? We recommend you contact the Embassy or official visa handling agency direct. I am going to apply for my sons (9yrs) passport in SA as it takes 6-9mths from abroad. I work in the Maldives and will be back for one week only and will need to renew my passport within the week. The only concerns, I have are:: If you are South African passport holders, the only other option I could think of would be to come down to South Africa and apply here. I also need to re-apply for a long period visa. At the Home Affairs or bank, you will fill out a form that states your reason for applying for a passport. Is there any way to get an affidavit to travel with or an online renewal for my passport? Thank you for your time and consideration. They will have to advise if they are currently only renewing passports for people who are needing to fly now on repatriation flights. Ive completed my online application and paid my 400r. For this you would need to contact Home Affairs direct to see if this is a service they offer. However I recommend you contact the bank directly as they will be able to provide you with the most up to date information. Like in the case of regular South African international passports, these ones too are not renewable. Please let me know which worked out best so that I know for future references. Please contact them direct for the most up to date information on correct procedures to follow. They will be able to provide you with the most up to date information regarding emergency passports and give a time frame how long it will take to process. Desperately need support. You sound very informed on this. As there is a link on the DHA website to apply online. it billed me for R400 which is the cost but it also billed for another R400 and said it was a penalty. Hi, has anyone found a solution to You already have a similar application open and in progress with HA on the old system? Emergency: (323) 244-0360 For this you would need to contact DHA direct. One word these offices are not organized for amount people which are waiting to get to a officials. Would it be possible for someone to collect my passport on my behalf? hi i just want to find out how much is it to renew a passport and how long does it take? For this you would need to contact Home Affairs. Texas falls under the jurisdiction of the SA Embassy in Washington, DC. Do you know how I can fix my problem ? These passports are only valid for a period of 5 years. Parental Consent Affidavit (PCA) not older than 4 months Am I correct in my assumption that the fee should be R400,00 and not R800,00? On the eHomeAffairs site, enter the information for your bank account.
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