eHomeAffairs is just a click away, easy to use and convenient.

eHomeAffairs is here to help make the change over from the green bar-coded identification document (ID) books to the Smartcard ID a lot easier.

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The Department of Home Affairs is proud to present eHomeAffairs.

It was born to enable South African-born citizens to apply for a Smart ID Card and/or passport online.

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Here’s how:
• Submit applications online.
• Upload supporting documents.
• Make online payments.
• And schedule a booking to visit a Home Affairs enabled bank office.

A branch visit is compulsory for the capture and verification of your bio-metric details such as photos, fingerprints and your signature.

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No appointment is required to visit any Home Affairs office.

Do first read the disclaimer.

The site has flexible features and promises a safe and secure online environment.

eHomeAffairs allows you to complete your application and save it should you wish to submit it at a later stage.

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