Description: |
The new immigration law that came into effect on 1 June 2015 specifies that children younger than 18 years of age will need an unabridged birth certificate when they enter or leave the country. |
Instructions: |
Registering a birth
How to apply Newborn babies will receive an unabridged certificate free of charge. However, if you want to apply for a new unabridged certificate, lost your birth certificate or you need additional copies, you must
Submit all this documentation at your nearest Home Affairs office or the nearest South African mission, consulate or embassy if you’re overseas. This process will take 6 – 8 weeks. If you're waiting on the unabridged birth certificate and need to travel, consider asking a Home Affairs office for a letter that provides the details of both parents. Your child will be able to travel when you receive this letter. More information Learn more about the amendments to the Births and Deaths Registration Amendment Act or contact Home Affairs customer care on 0800 601 190. |
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Government Body: | (The Government of South Africa) |