Verify your Identity
Accepted Documents
South African Smart ID card, South African ID book, or Passport.
Good Lighting
Use natural or bright indoor light. Avoid shadows and glare on the document.
Flat Surface
Place your document on a flat, dark surface with all four corners visible.
Correct Distance
Hold your phone about a forearm's length away. Adjust so the document fills most of the guide frame.
Clear Selfie
Face the camera directly. Remove glasses, hats, and masks. Neutral expression.
Camera access required. You'll be prompted to allow it.
Select the type of ID
Have it ready and open to the photo page
Smart ID Card
South African Smart ID card — Your photo on the front.
Green ID Book
South African green ID book — Open the booklet to your photo page.
Passport
Passport — Open the passport to your photo page.
Make sure your ID document is well-lit, clear, and fills most of the guide frame.
ID Document
ID must fill most of the guide frame until it turns green
Take a Selfie
Face must fill most of the guide frame until it turns green
Enter your Details
Please fill in your details as they appear on your document.