South African Passport Applications

Professional assistance with new passport applications and renewals. Fast-track service available.

Processing Options

Standard, Express & Urgent

Validity

10 Years

Service Available

Worldwide

Choose Your Passport Type

Select the passport type that best suits your travel needs.

Tourist Passport

Standard 32-page passport for regular international travel

Requirements:

  • South African ID book/card
  • 2 identical passport photos (less than 6 months old)
  • Completed DHA-73 form
  • Proof of payment
  • Birth certificate (for first-time applications)
Validity:

10 years

Maxi Tourist Passport

48-page passport for frequent travelers

Requirements:

  • South African ID book/card
  • 2 identical passport photos (less than 6 months old)
  • Completed DHA-73 form
  • Proof of payment
  • Birth certificate (for first-time applications)
Validity:

10 years

Emergency Travel Certificate

Temporary travel document for emergencies

Requirements:

  • Proof of emergency (flight tickets, death certificate, etc.)
  • South African ID book/card
  • 2 identical passport photos
  • Completed DHA-73 form
  • Proof of payment
Validity:

Single journey

Application Requirements

Different requirements apply depending on your situation.

First-Time Applicants

South African citizens applying for their first passport

  • Original birth certificate
  • South African ID book/card
  • Parent's details for applicants under 18
  • Guardian's consent if applicable

Passport Renewal

Existing passport holders needing to renew

  • Current or expired passport
  • South African ID book/card
  • No need for birth certificate unless details changed

Lost/Stolen Passport

Replacement of lost or stolen passports

  • Police affidavit
  • South African ID book/card
  • Additional verification may be required

Application Process

We handle the entire passport application process for you.

1

Document Collection

Gather all required documents

  • Valid South African ID
  • Passport photos
  • Completed DHA-73 form
  • Supporting documents
  • Proof of payment
2

Application Submission

Submit your application through our service

  • Document verification
  • Form completion assistance
  • Payment processing
  • Submission to Home Affairs
3

Processing & Tracking

We handle the entire process

  • Application tracking
  • Regular status updates
  • Query resolution
  • Quality checks
4

Collection & Delivery

Secure passport delivery

  • Passport collection from Home Affairs
  • Quality verification
  • Secure courier delivery
  • Tracking information provided

Processing Options

Choose the processing speed that matches your needs.

Standard

Regular processing through our expedited channels

For non-urgent applications with flexible timelines

  • Regular status updates
  • Dedicated case manager
  • Email support

Express

Priority processing for faster completion

For applications needed within a shorter timeframe

  • Priority processing
  • Enhanced tracking
  • Priority support channel
  • Regular status updates

Urgent

Maximum priority processing

For time-critical applications

  • Highest priority processing
  • Direct access to senior case manager
  • 24/7 support access
  • Real-time status updates

Start Your Passport Application

Required Forms

Download and complete these forms before starting your application.

DHA-9 Fingerprint Form

The DHA-9 Fingerprint Form must be obtained directly from your local South African High Commission or Embassy. To obtain this form:

  1. 1. Contact your nearest South African High Commission/Embassy
  2. 2. Request the DHA-9 Fingerprint Form
  3. 3. Follow their specific instructions for form collection

Note: This form cannot be downloaded as it requires official verification and must be obtained through official channels.

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