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The DHA is custodian, protector and verifier of the identity and status of citizens and other persons resident in South Africa. This makes it possible for people to realize their rights and access benefits and opportunities in both the public and private domains.
Easy to use, convenient, and just a click away. The Department of Home Affairs is proud to present eHomeAffairs to enable you as a South African citizen by birth to apply to utilize the online services. eHomeAffairs allows the following: Submit ID and Passport applications online, Make online payments for applications, Make bookings where allowed.
The Department’s core Immigration services duties are. Administering admissions into the country. Determining the residency status of foreigners and issuing permits thereof. Custodianship of refugee affairs. Inspectorate.
If you are 16 years and older, you may apply for identity document (ID). You will need an ID to register for your matric exams, get a driving licence or open a bank account. If you get your ID and there are errors in the personal information, the Department of Home Affairs will replace your ID free of charge.
DHA Branch Appointment Booking System. Please note that this service is only available for individuals who have a South African ID Number or a Passport registered on our system.
Department of Home Affairs. Hallmark Building, 230 Johannes Ramokhoase Street, PRETORIA. Private Bag X114, PRETORIA, 0001. 012 406 2500. Hotline: 0800 60 11 90.
The Department of Home Affairs (DHA) is the custodian of the identity of all South African citizens, critical to which is the issuance of birth, marriage and death certificates; identity documents (IDs) and passports; as well as citizenship; naturalisation and permanent residency certificates.
