What is Emergency Passport?
South African citizens who have to travel urgently for reasons of death, sickness or other emergency / urgent matter are entitled to an emergency passport (travel certificate), which is valid for a maximum period of nine (9) months, but only for a single journey e.g. to return to the Republic of South Africa.
How much is a emergency passport in South Africa?
R140.00CIVIC SERVICES
| PASSPORT | R400.00 |
|---|---|
| Emergency Travel Certificate (BI-123) | R140.00 |
| Temporary Passport | R180.00 |
| Maxi Tourist Passport | R600.00 |
| Crew Member Certificate | R350.00 |
How quickly can I get a passport South Africa?
It will take about 7-21 working days to process the application and issue the passport. The tourist passport is valid for 10 years. Note: Passports must be valid for at least 30 days after the intended departure date. Passports should also have at least 2 blank pages for entry stamps.
What qualifies as emergency travel?
These situations are defined by Travel State Gov as serious illnesses, injuries, or deaths in your immediate family that require you to travel outside the United States within 72 hours (3 business days). When applying for an emergency passport, you are required to provide a life-or-death emergency reason.
How long does a emergency passport take?
2 working days How long it will take. Your emergency travel document will normally be ready 2 working days after you apply. It may take longer because of coronavirus (COVID-19).
Is there any way to get a passport fast?
You can book an appointment up to 3 weeks in advance. If you need a passport to travel urgently for medical treatment or because a friend or family member is seriously ill or has died, call the ‘Passport Adviceline’ instead.
How much is a South African passport 2026?
R400A duly completed passport application form (DHA-73) as well as the child’s South African birth certificate and a copy thereof, and two colour passport photographs. Payment of the passport application fee (currently R400).
How can I get emergency certificate for passport?
Tourists who have lost/damaged their passport would be considered for an Emergency Certificate (EC). Procedure: Fill up the online application from https://embassy.passportindia.gov.in/Print the filled application form and submit in person at the High Commission of India