Marriage registration
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Choose the category that describes you. Official document names are retained so that you know exactly what to request and provide.
WBJ-MBRP-001 · VERSION 1.0 · ENGLISH
Combined Marriage Booking and Registration Pack
One English fillable document for the couple's booking information, DHA-30 register information and service agreement. The applicable required-documents checklist is still supplied separately below.
PDF · Computer-fillable / Rekenaar-invulbaar
DOWNLOAD THE COMBINED PACK ↓A South African citizen marries a South African citizen
This category applies when both prospective spouses are South African citizens with South African ID numbers.
Basic documents
- Clear coloured copy of each person's South African Identity Document.
- Three coloured passport photographs of the bridal couple.
- Clear coloured copy of each witness's South African Identity Document. A driver's licence or passport is not accepted as a substitute.
Where applicable
- Final Decree of Divorce with a clear official Court stamp.
- Death Certificate of the previous spouse if widowed.
- Letter from the Attorney/Notary confirming the Ante-Nuptial Contract (ANC).
Official client guide · Version 1.0 · August 2026
Download the English PDF guide ↓A South African citizen marries a non-South African citizen
These marriages require South African documents as well as foreign passport and immigration documents. A Home Affairs or Immigration interview may be required.
South African citizen
- Coloured copy of the South African Identity Document.
- Three coloured passport photographs of the bridal couple.
- Identity Document copies for two witnesses.
- Final Decree of Divorce, Death Certificate and ANC letter where applicable.
Non-South African citizen
- Passport page showing the photograph and personal details.
- Current Visa, Permit or Entry Stamp page, where applicable.
- Letter of No Impediment or No Trace Letter, where applicable.
- DHA-31 - Affidavit for the Purpose of Marriage by a Person Without South African Identity Document, where required.
Read our South African and foreign-national marriage overview →
Official client guide · Version 1.0 · August 2026
Download the English PDF guide ↓A non-South African citizen marries a non-South African citizen
This category applies when neither prospective spouse is a South African citizen and neither has a South African ID number.
Documents for both parties
- Passport page showing the photograph and personal details.
- Visa, Permit or Entry Stamp page, where applicable.
- Passport photographs, where required.
- Final Decree of Divorce or Death Certificate, where applicable.
Additional verification
- Letter of No Impediment or No Trace Letter for each foreign national, where applicable.
- DHA-31, where required.
- Translation, legalisation or authentication of documents, where applicable.
- Additional requirements for refugees or asylum seekers.
Official client guide · Version 1.0 · August 2026
Download the English PDF guide ↓Home Affairs resource
DHA-130 – Application for Marriage Certificate
A computer-fillable preparation copy of the DHA-130 Application for Marriage Certificate. Complete the form electronically so that your information is clear and easy to read before printing.
PDF · Computer-fillable / Rekenaar-invulbaar
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Wedding ceremony resource
Wedding Vows / Huweliksbeloftes
Choose between our beautifully designed English and Afrikaans Wed By Jaco guides. Use an example as written, shorten or combine it, or personalise it in your own words.
Two PDF guides · English and Afrikaans
Important: Home Affairs offices may apply requirements differently. A procedure accepted by one office may not be accepted by another. Always confirm the requirements with your Marriage Officer.