HOW TO: What you will need when renewing your South African driver’s licence

A driver’s licence is valid for five years. Thereafter, it will need to be renewed at the nearest Road Traffic Inspectorate (RTI) offices.

You will need:

• Original ID document or Smart Card ID.
• Proof of residence. This needs to be an official document not older than three months that clearly states your address, for example a bank statement, account or utility bill.
• Take a black ballpoint pen with you.
• Glasses or contact lenses if needed for driving.
• Your current or expired driver’s licence.
• DL1 (green) form. This form can be obtained at the testing centre or online from the eNatis website here. Fill out sections A, B and D.

If your licence has expired or is missing, you will need to get a temporary one. In addition to the above you will need:

• A temporary licence will cost an additional R90. You will receive this immediately.
• Two black and white ID photographs for the temporary licence – you can bring these along. There is also a booth at most testing stations that will take the photographs for you. It is around R50 for a set of four.

Cost:
As of 2017, the cost of renewal is R250 in cash.

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