How do I get a copy of my unabridged birth certificate in South Africa?

Getting copies of birth certificates

  1. complete Form BI–154 and submit it to the nearest office of the Department of Home Affairs if you are in South Africa, or the nearest South African embassy, mission or consulate if you are overseas.
  2. pay the required fee for the application.

How long does unabridged birth certificate take South Africa?

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.

What is the difference between abridged and unabridged birth certificate South Africa?

The difference between abridged and unabridged birth certificates. Abridged birth certificates merely indicate the name and surname of a child’s mother. Unabridged birth certificates include the details of both the mother and the father.

What documents do I need for an unabridged birth certificate?

The following is required: Proof of consent from both of the child’s parents or legal guardians; Copies of the Identity Documents or passports of the parents or legal guardians; Letter from the person receiving them, including copy of host’s ID/ passport.

Can only one parent apply for unabridged birth certificate?

If there is only one parent and only one parent’s particulars appear on the unabridged birth certificate, then no parental consent affidavit will be required.

What documents do you need for an unabridged birth certificate?

Is unabridged better than abridged?

1. Unabridged books are more complete (longer) in content compared to the abridged books having simpler (shorter) content. 2. Unabridged books are best for recreational type of readers while the abridged books are best for students.

How much is an unabridged birth certificate in South Africa?

R75
Please note that an unabridged birth certificate currently costs R75 and can take up to 8 weeks to be processed. Furthermore, all submitted documents must be originals or certified copies.

Is unabridged birth certificate still required?

If your infant was born after 14 March 2013, you should have an Unabridged Birth Certificate. Certified copies of documents are usually only valid for six months. After April 2016, the Department of Home Affairs changed the term Unabridged Birth Certificate to Birth Certificate.

Is Home Affairs in South Africa open?

03 April 2022 Home Affairs services have been restored. Home Affairs Minister Dr Aaron Motsoaledi has instructed the Department to extend operating hours to ensure that all clients that visited the offices on Friday are served.