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Required Documents

Permanent Residence Permit / Certificate

Original + 2 certified copies

Foreign Passport(s)

Original + certified copies of all pages (including blank pages)

Unabridged Birth Certificate

Original + 2 certified copies

SA Police Clearance Certificate

Original only (no copies required)R190Valid for 6 months from date of issue

Police Clearance from Country of Origin

Original + certified copies

Dual Citizenship Confirmation Letter

Original (keep copies for your own records)Zimbabwe: R500 | Other countries: varies

Proof of Continuous Residence

Copies (carry originals too)

Passport-Sized Photographs

2 photos (originals)R40–R80 at most photo studios

Marriage Certificate

If you are currently married

Original + 2 certified copies

Divorce Decree / Order

If you have been divorced

Original + 2 certified copies

Language Proficiency Evidence

Original or certified copy

DHA Forms to Complete

Download and complete each form. Use the Application Assistant to pre-fill your details.

DHA-63Application for Certificate of Naturalisation — the primary statutory application form under the South African Citizenship Regulations.

Primary statutory form used to apply for naturalisation. See also the Government of South Africa guidance: https://www.gov.za/services/services-residents/citizenship/personal-identification/apply-for-sa-citizenship and the Citizenship Regulations: https://www.saflii.org/za/legis/consol_reg/rotsaca1995458/

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DHA-529Determination of citizenship status — used by Home Affairs to confirm whether you are already a South African citizen or require further action before naturalisation.

Often required before a naturalisation application is accepted. Requirements vary by office — see guidance: https://homeaffairsguide.co.za/citizenship/determination-of-citizenship-status/

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DHA-757Naturalisation questionnaire (supporting form)

Supporting naturalisation questionnaire commonly required alongside DHA-63. Complete fully and submit with your application package.

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BI-9Application for South African identity document (BI-9 / DHA-9)

Required for issuance/re-issue of a South African ID following naturalisation. Bring passport photos and supporting documents as instructed by Home Affairs.

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SAPS 91(a)Fingerprint submission for police clearance

Provided at SAPS police stations — used for your SA police clearance. The SAPS 91(a) form (PDF) is available to download.

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