Home affairs has taken note of a message purported to be from the department announcing that the lifespan of the green barcoded id book comes to an end on 31 march 2018. It is mandatory for certain people involved in queenslands liquor industry to have a current responsible service of alcohol rsa certificate. How to vote abroad in the 2019 south african election. However, fraud and theft have made the paper book increasingly insecure for individuals and the authorities. Green id book is legal despite rumours to contrary home affairs has dismissed a fake message announcing that the lifespan of the green barcoded. I chose the firstmorning appointment and arrived a few minutes before the bank opened. Drivers licence expired, whats the grace period to renew. Applying for an identity document western cape government.
Ids form an important part of each persons daily activities since all transactions require positive identification. How to apply for a south african id book south african id books are issued to south african citizens and permanent resident holders from the age of 16 years and onwards. New south african id cards here in july mybroadband. To get a qld rsa certificate, you can do either online or facetoface courses. New green, barcoded identity documents since 18 july 20. At the end of your cards 5 year expiry date you have to complete your rsa and rcg refresher through nsw liquor and gaming.
This guide allows you to check and consolidate your knowledge. The department has developed a plan to systematically phase out the green id book and ultimately consolidate the restoration, common citizenship, identity and dignity to south africans. Green id book remains a legal form of identification the. According to reports circulating on social media and purported to be from the department of home affairs, the lifespan of the green bar coded id book comes to an end on march 31.
We wish to make it clear that the green barcoded id book remains a legal form of. Mokgola confirmed that the application process would be the same as if applying at dha itself, with collections also being processed at the respective banks. How to apply for a south african id book immigration sa. You can get a south african id if you are a south african citizen or. An identity document id enables south african citizens and permanent residents to identify themselves for general purposes and daytoday activities in society. A prdp is then handed in with our certificate at the traffic department and a new card is issued with the prdp d which indicates the legal requirement to transport dangerous goods and substances above a certain quantity. Om my drivers licence expired, whats the grace period to. It is valid until the time we sort out everything we need to deal with in issuing the smart id he said. You need to take both your green, barcoded south african id book. Smart identity document id card rollout the department of home affairs started replacing the green barcoded identity documents ids with smart id cards on 18 july 20. Checking identification and responsible service of alcohol.
The one you generated with sshkeygen is for you to use, not vagrant. Permanent residence certificate and proof of address. Both documents are essential and must be valid, and no other identity document can be accepted. Home affairs has dismissed a fake message announcing that the lifespan of the green barcoded id book comes to an end on 31 march 2018. Smart identity document id card rollout the first smart id card will be handed over to eminent south africans on 18 july 20. The green barcoded identity book id book is also a. Jul 09, 2019 if you are a new user logging in for the first time, complete steps to enable your rsa securid soft token, set up a personal identification number pin, and change your default nas password. Only original documents can be accepted, no copies. Enabling your rsa securid soft token mobile app hecc. Supervisory staff staff in a supervisory position of a licensed premise must complete the nationally accredited unit of competency provide responsible service of alcohol sithfab009a. Johannesburg south africans who are still using the old green barcoded id books can continue using it as a post announcing that the.
This included issuing the green identity book which by that time sported a barcode to all citizens, irrespective of race. The required certification in queensland is a statement of attainment, issued on completion of the national training package competency provide responsible service of alcohol. Persons who experience problems with the online system are requested to phone the departments helpline at 0800 601 190. The department of home affairs clarified that the rumour of the green barcoded id books becoming outdated is false. The south african smart identity card known as a smart id card replaces the old green barcoded identity book. If you are a current user and you just need to enable your soft token, complete steps 1 and 2. Green, bar coded identity books will be replaced with identity smart cards from july 20. The green barcoded identity book can be considered as a legal proof of identification in south africa.
South african embassy in ireland, 2nd floor alexandra house. In 2000, the department of home affairs made more security upgrades to the book, which included adding the countrys new coat of arms, and replacing the gluedin photograph with a digital one. A photo will be taken at the bank it is therefore not necessary to have id photos taken in advance. Rsa certificates issued in victoria do not expire as such, however, licensees and staff subject to mandatory rsa requirements will need to complete an online refresher course every three years. Jan 10, 2018 these reports, which first appeared towards the end of 2017, masquerade as a notice from the department of home affairs dha, and claim that 31 march 2018 is the termination date for using the old green barcoded id books. A version of the fake news about green barcoded id books coming to an end, which has gone viral amongst south africans the department has developed a plan to systematically phase out the green id book and ultimately consolidate the restoration, common citizenship, identity and dignity to. All rsa and rcg training will expire every 5 years and a new accreditation will be required. Home affairs reacts to rumour of discontinuation of green id book. This is due to the identification act from 1997 and is effective since 18 july 20 for everybody which possesses validly issued south african green, barcoded identity documents. South african id card securing government services gemalto. Jan 10, 2018 green id book is legal despite rumours to contrary home affairs has dismissed a fake message announcing that the lifespan of the green barcoded id book comes to an end on 31 march 2018. Home affairs on tuesday denied that it had said the countrys green, barcoded identity document was being discontinued from march 2018. He still have his license in his green bar coded id book.
It is valid until the time we sort out everything we need to deal with in issuing the smart id. You can get a south african id if you are a south african citizen or permanent resident and are aged 16 years or older. The applicant will complete an application form, pass an eye test, take fingerprints and pay at the cashier. The south african smart identity card known as a smart id card replaces the old green bar coded identity book. Aug 14, 2015 if you are working for the south african government or one of its statutory bodies outside the republic of south africa, you are also eligible to receive a south african id book. The green barcoded identity book is used as proof of identification for many uses such as applying for a drivers license or passport, voter id authentication and opening a bank account. This proof includes a persons photograph, their full name, their date of birth, their. Already completed your responsible service of alcohol training but need a quick refresher. In 2018, timeslive reported that home affairs directorgeneral mkuseli apleni shut down rumours that the green bar coded id would expire in march 2019. They will contact you directly informing you on the renewal process.
No such announcement has been made by the department it. Identity card which replaces the green barcoded identity document. The best way to apply for an id or passport with home affairs. Rsa fraudaction offers attack takedown and cyber intelligence services and provides organizations with complete coverage against phishing and trojan attacks, rogue mobile apps and rogue social media pages. The department has called on the general public to ignore what it calls. Your fingerprints will be taken and fed into the biometric system. A version of the fake news about green barcoded id books coming to an end, which has gone viral amongst south africans the department has developed a plan to systematically phase out the green id book and ultimately consolidate the restoration, common citizenship, identity and dignity to south africans. Johannesburg home affairs has denied claims that green barcoded identity books will no longer be valid after 31 march. The new id cards have better security features and will be extremely difficult to forge. Sa green barcoded id is still valid and will not end in 2018. The department says no such announcement has been made. The rsa securid authentication mechanism consists of a token either hardware e.
South african id card securing government services thales. March 5, 2018 the department of home affairs has debunked rumours which state the lifespan of green barcoded id books is coming to an end, and wishes to categorically state that it is false. The green barcoded identity book is used as proof of identification for many uses such as applying for a drivers license or passport, voter id authentication and. These reports, which first appeared towards the end of 2017, masquerade as a notice from the department of home affairs dha, and claim that 31 march 2018 is the termination date for using the old greenbarcoded id books.
Responsible service of alcohol rsa refresher courses. They are both acceptable in queensland as long as the course providers are rot registered training organisation. What you need to renew your south african drivers licence. Hey, considering the hunters sa case seems to have dwindled down and what have you, are the green id book licences still valid. Nov 21, 2017 the department has developed a plan to systematically phase out the green id book and ultimately consolidate the restoration, common citizenship, identity and dignity to south africans. South africans can now apply for passports at their.
Klerksdorp midweek, klerksdorp a message purported to be from the department of home affairs announcing that the lifespan of the green bar coded id book comes to an end on 31 march 2018, is false. The above processing times turn around times, are only estimates. You then print your confirmation letter and take it to your appointment along with your green barcoded id book or an affidavit if yours is lost stolen. If your id book has been lost, stolen or damaged, you can apply for a replacement id. In 2000, the department of home affairs made more security upgrades to the book, which included adding the countrys new coat of arms, and. Smart identity document id card rollout the department of home affairs started replacing the green bar coded identity documents ids with smart id cards on 18 july 20. An applicant will need acceptable identification valid diving licence card, valid temporary id, green barcoded id, valid rsa green barcoded passport a copy thereof, as well as the appropriate legislated fees. Smart identity document id card rollout south african. Nov 21, 2017 home affairs has dismissed a fake message announcing that the lifespan of the green barcoded id book comes to an end on 31 march 2018. Both are identity documents that serve as proof of a persons identity. The applicant will complete an application form, pass an. Oct 07, 20 rsa certificates issued in victoria do not expire as such, however, licensees and staff subject to mandatory rsa requirements will need to complete an online refresher course every three years.
Klerksdorp midweek, klerksdorp a message purported to be from the department of home affairs announcing that the lifespan of the green barcoded id book comes to an end on 31 march 2018, is false. Home affairs has taken note of a message purported to be from the department announcing that the lifespan of the green barcoded id book. Birth certificate, proof of address and in case of minors, must be accompanied by the parents. To this end, we call on south africans to apply for smart id cards at any of the 180 offices that are equipped with the live capture system. If you are working for the south african government or one of its statutory bodies outside the republic of south africa, you are also eligible to receive a south african id book. Your passport expires three months before it expires. Green id books to expire end of march claims home affairs. Bar coded id lifespan will not end in 2018, confirms department. The green barcoded identity book id book is also a legal form of identity when. Home affairs minister naledi pandor made the announcement at a media briefing on 4 july, where she explained the features and the rollout plan for the new cards. New green, barcoded identity documents since 18 july 20 instead of the old green, barcoded identity documents new identity cards will be issued.
No such announcement has been made by the department. I know they were at one stage during the court case now wondering whats happened with that. An identity document is important to get as soon as you are eligible from 15 years of age as it proves your identity. Speaking at the centurion home affairs office on wednesday. On voting day abroad, voters will need to take their south african identity document id either a green barcoded id book, smart id card or valid temporary id certificate and their valid south african passport to the same mission mentioned in their. This proof includes a persons photograph, their full name, their date of birth, their place of birth, and their unique identity number. Doing a responsible service of alcohol wa course is mandatory training for licensees, bar staff and supervisory staff engaged in the sale and supply of liquor. The partnership will also accelerate the replacement of the green bar coded id books, which currently still pose a risk of id fraud.
Jan 10, 2018 there is no expiry date for the green barcoded id. Green, barcoded identity books will be replaced with identity smart cards from july 20. The rsa fraudaction cyber intelligence service combines rsas extensive visibility into the dark web and. The department of home affairs has reiterated that it has no immediate plans to discontinue green barcoded identity books. There was a queue of about 5 people in front of me and when the bank opened we all. Sas green id book valid until further notice home affairs. If you are a new user logging in for the first time, complete steps to enable your rsa securid soft token, set up a personal identification number pin, and change your default nas password. If you never had an id number bar coded id or if you were born outside south africa, the processing time could be longer. General information about south african identity books identity documents. We wish to make it clear that the green barcoded id book remains a legal form of identification and will continue to be until such time that the live capture system is rolled out to all home affairs offices, the department said in a statement. Hold the rsa department of home affairs accountable. This had an effect of driving citizens, in great numbers, to home affairs offices to apply for smart id cards in panic. The partnership will also accelerate the replacement of the green barcoded id books, which currently still pose a risk of id fraud. Rsa online training courses or classroom training courses.
A prdp is then handed in with our certificate at the traffic department and a new card is issued with the prdp d which indicates the legal requirement to transport dangerous goods and substances above a. On voting day abroad, voters will need to take their south african identity document id either a green barcoded id book, smart id card or valid temporary id certificate and their valid south african passport to the same mission mentioned in their online vec10 template. Home affairs to phase out green id books but rubbishes. The green bar coded identity book is used as proof of identification for many uses such as applying for a drivers license or passport, voter id authentication and opening a bank account.