Is Home Affairs Bellville open during lockdown?
The Department of Home Affairs says during the lockdown all of its offices will open from 10h00 to 14h00, Monday to Friday, except those offices that are located in Thusong Centres, to continue offering essential services to citizens.
Is Home Affairs open during Covid?
Home Affairs offices are open between 8am and 3.30pm: Monday to Friday. DHA service contact points observe all Covid-19 health protocols. When visiting our offices, please observe social distancing and wear a face mask.
Does Home Affairs do ID during lockdown Level 1?
People can apply online for their ID Smart Card and passport. He adds that staff has also been recalled and that Home Affairs offices are back to operating with a full complement of staff. All offices now are running on 100% staff capacity.
What is the best time to go to Home Affairs Cape Town?
Helpful tip: I asked one of the employees what time is the best time to visit. They said the afternoons are quieter. Specifically the last hour before closing time which is in the region of 16:30. If you arrive and there’s a long queue, resist the initial urge to join said queue.
How do I apply for a new ID in South Africa?
You can apply for a replacement ID by:
- Completing Form BI-9 as well if you have not previously submitted your fingerprints.
- Attaching additional documents as required (e.g. a marriage certificate if you are married).
- Paying the required fee, R140, for the re-issue.
Do pensioners get preference at Home Affairs?
She said Home Affairs does not give preference to the elderly and even when their system was offline no one came to explain to people who were waiting for assistance what was going on.
What time should I be at Home Affairs?
The only people who will be sent home are those who arrive after 5:30pm. Everybody who arrives before 5:30pm should be served and not turned away.”