A passport is an official travel document issued by a government that contains a given person’s identity.
It enables its holder travel to and from foreign countries and to access consular assistance while overseas. The document certifies the personal identity and nationality of its holder.
Where To Renew Passport In South Africa
Make an appointment at your nearest Home Affairs-Equipped Bank Branch (see below). Currently this is only available at participating banks in Gauteng and Cape Town.
Then sit back and wait for an email or SMS to collect your passport!
What documents do I need for passport renewal?
Requirements for Renewal of Passport
Confirmed Online Appointment.
Accomplished Application Form.
Personal appearance.
Current ePassport with photocopy of data page.
Original PSA authenticated documents that will support the change of name. Marriage Contract. Annotated Birth Certificate.
Can I renew my passport online South Africa?
Passports cannot be renewed. Once the validity period of a passport expires you will have to submit a new application for a passport.
Passports must be valid for at least 30 days after the intended date of departure. Passports should also have at least two blank pages for entry stamps.
Do you need PSA to renew passport?
You will need to report your passport as lost at the nearest police station and secure a police report. You will also need to execute an Affidavit of Loss and present your original PSA Birth Certificate when you apply for replacement of your passport.
Do you have to hand in your old passport when renewing South Africa?
Passports cannot be renewed once they expire; you will need to apply for a new one. Applicants will have to go to a Home Affairs branch to capture their biometrics and collect their passport.
How many months before I renew my passport?
Passports must be valid for at least 6 months from date of departure. We suggest that you renew your passport 10 months before the date of expiration.