{"id":36847,"date":"2024-11-20T19:48:22","date_gmt":"2024-11-20T19:48:22","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/50applications.com\/?p=36847"},"modified":"2024-11-20T19:48:22","modified_gmt":"2024-11-20T19:48:22","slug":"how-to-apply-for-tourist-passport","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/uni1.co.za\/articles\/how-to-apply-for-tourist-passport\/","title":{"rendered":"How to Apply for Tourist Passport"},"content":{"rendered":"<h3>How to Apply for Tourist Passport<\/h3>\n<h4><\/h4>\n<h5>Applying for tourist passports:\u00a0Persons 16 years and older<\/h5>\n<div class=\"advads-atf\" style=\"margin-top: 15px;margin-bottom: 20px;\" id=\"advads-4117024828\"><script async src=\"https:\/\/pagead2.googlesyndication.com\/pagead\/js\/adsbygoogle.js?client=ca-pub-9198760278752355\"\n     crossorigin=\"anonymous\"><\/script>\n<!-- Responsive ads atf -->\n<ins class=\"adsbygoogle\"\n     style=\"display:block\"\n     data-ad-client=\"ca-pub-9198760278752355\"\n     data-ad-slot=\"8381596201\"\n     data-ad-format=\"auto\"\n     data-full-width-responsive=\"true\"><\/ins>\n<script>\n     (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({});\n<\/script><\/div><p>These passports are issued to SA citizens who are 16 years and older.<br \/>\nThe passports are valid for 10 years from the date of issue, and are not renewable. When your South African passport expires you have to complete a new application to get a new passport.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><em><strong>To apply for the passport, you must submit the following documents:<\/strong><\/em><\/p>\n<ul type=\"disc\">\n<li>A duly completed passport application\u00a0Form DHA-73<\/li>\n<li>Your original identity document and a copy, or a birth certificate and copy thereof if under 16<\/li>\n<li>If under 18 years, parental consent for issuing of the passport. Please see Tourist passports: persons under 16 for the requirements<\/li>\n<li>A completed determination of citizenship\u00a0Form DHA-529\u00a0\u00a0when applying from abroad<\/li>\n<li>Present any existing valid tourist passport or if you have lost your passport or it has been stolen and you are applying for a new passport,\u00a0 you must provide a loss of passport report (DHA-335 ) and confirmation that you reported the loss to the police<\/li>\n<li>Two colour\u00a0photographs\u00a0that comply with the Passport and ID Photograph Specifications\u00a0<em>(NOT needed at smartcard offices as ID images are captured digitally)<\/em><\/li>\n<li>Pay the prescribed fee for the passport<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h4>Applying for\u00a0Maxi Tourist Passports<\/h4>\n<p>Maxi tourist passports are 48-page documents meant for frequent travellers. They are the same as regular tourist passports except that they contain more pages for visas.<\/p>\n<p>They are issued only to SA citizens\u00a0 aged 16 years or older. The documents are valid for 10 years and are not renewable. Once the validity period of a passport expires you will have to submit a new application for a passport.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><em><strong>To apply for a Maxi tourist passport you must submit the following documents:<\/strong><\/em><\/p>\n<ul type=\"disc\">\n<li>A duly completed passport application\u00a0Form DHA-73<\/li>\n<li>Your original identity document and a copy, or a birth certificate and copy thereof if under 16<\/li>\n<li>If under 18 years, the prescribed consent by parents must be furnished. Please see Tourist passports: persons under 16 for the requirements<\/li>\n<li>A completed determination of citizenship\u00a0Form DHA-529\u00a0 when applying from abroad<\/li>\n<li>Present any existing valid tourist passport or if you have lost your passport or it has been stolen and you are applying for a new passport,\u00a0 you must provide a loss of passport report (DHA-335 ) and confirmation that you reported the loss to the police<\/li>\n<li>Two colour\u00a0photographs\u00a0that comply with the Passport and ID Photograph Specifications\u00a0<em>(NOT needed at smartcard offices as ID images are captured digitally)<\/em><\/li>\n<li>Pay prescribed fees<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h4>Applying for\u00a0Tourist \u00a0Passports:\u00a0Persons under 16 years<\/h4>\n<p>These passports are issued to SA citizens who are 15 years or younger.\u00a0 The passports are valid for 5 years and are not renewable.\u00a0 Once the validity period of a passport expires you will have to submit a new application for a passport.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><em><strong>To apply for the passport you must submit the following documents:<\/strong><\/em><\/p><div class=\"advads-content\" id=\"advads-2071701450\"><div style=\"width: 300px; padding: 20px; margin: 0 auto; border: 1px solid #ddd; border-radius: 8px; background-color: #f9f9f9; text-align: center; font-family: Arial, sans-serif;\">\r\n    <p style=\"font-size: 16px; margin: 0 0 10px;\">Need Information or Confused about Something ? <\/p>\r\n    <a href=\"https:\/\/onlineapplications.co.za\/ask\/\" style=\"display: inline-block; padding: 10px 20px; background-color: #007BFF; color: #fff; text-decoration: none; border-radius: 4px; transition: background-color 0.3s;\">Ask a Question<\/a>\r\n<\/div>\r\n<\/div><div class=\"advads-btf\" style=\"margin-top: 15px;margin-bottom: 20px;\" id=\"advads-2988284871\"><script async src=\"https:\/\/pagead2.googlesyndication.com\/pagead\/js\/adsbygoogle.js?client=ca-pub-9198760278752355\"\n     crossorigin=\"anonymous\"><\/script>\n<!-- Responsive ads btf -->\n<ins class=\"adsbygoogle\"\n     style=\"display:block\"\n     data-ad-client=\"ca-pub-9198760278752355\"\n     data-ad-slot=\"5513273173\"\n     data-ad-format=\"auto\"\n     data-full-width-responsive=\"true\"><\/ins>\n<script>\n     (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({});\n<\/script><\/div>\n<ul type=\"disc\">\n<li>A duly completed passport application\u00a0Form DHA-73<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ul type=\"disc\">\n<li>\n<ul type=\"circle\">\n<li>If the parents are married, the passport application form must be signed by both parents and the child and both parents should be in attendance when the application is submitted.<\/li>\n<li>Please note that the child and both parents should be in attendance when the application is submitted to the nearest Home Affairs office or SA Mission\/Consulate. If a parent cannot be in attendance, a letter of consent and copy of ID will no longer be accepted.<\/li>\n<li>If divorced and sole parental rights and responsibilities in regard to guardianship have not been granted to one parent,\u00a0the child and both parents should be in attendance when the application is submitted\u00a0and both must sign the application form.<\/li>\n<li>If a parent is deceased, his or her death certificate and a copy thereof must accompany the application for the passport<\/li>\n<li>In the case of minors born out of wedlock, the biological father \u2019s consent will also be required if any of the circumstances as outlined in section 21 of the Children\u2019s Act, 1995, are applicable, the child and both parents should be in attendance when the application is submitted.<\/li>\n<li>If the applicant is in the care of a guardian other than the parents, proof of the High Court\u2019s appointment must accompany the application.<\/li>\n<li>If a parent cannot be located or refuses to consent, or a dispute concerning consent arises, the matter should be referred to the Children\u2019s Court. The Court\u2019s decision must be submitted with the application for the passport.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ul type=\"disc\">\n<li>The child\u2019s South African birth certificate and a copy thereof<\/li>\n<li>Two colour passport\u00a0photographs\u00a0that comply with the Passport and ID Photograph Specifications\u00a0<em>(NOT needed at smartcard offices as ID images are captured digitally)<\/em><\/li>\n<li>Payment of the prescribed passport fee<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h6><\/h6>\n<div class=\"advads-cpc\" id=\"advads-1031569266\"><p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<p>Sponsored Guide<\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<p><strong>Complete Guide to NSFAS Online Loan Application for South African Students (2025)<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>If you are a South African student looking to pursue higher education but are facing financial difficulties, the <strong>National Student Financial Aid Scheme (NSFAS)<\/strong> is one of the most accessible funding options available. NSFAS provides financial aid in the form of <strong>bursaries and loans<\/strong> to qualifying students at public universities and TVET colleges in South Africa.<\/p>\n<p>This guide will walk you through <strong>everything you need to know about the NSFAS loan application process<\/strong>, from eligibility requirements to application steps and frequently asked questions.<\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<h2>\ud83d\udccc What is NSFAS?<\/h2>\n<p>The <strong>National Student Financial Aid Scheme (NSFAS)<\/strong> is a government-funded financial aid scheme aimed at helping students from low- and middle-income households to access tertiary education without the burden of upfront fees.<\/p>\n<p>NSFAS <strong>offers both bursaries and income-contingent loans<\/strong>:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Bursaries<\/strong>: For eligible students who meet academic and household income criteria (especially for TVET and university students).<\/li>\n<li><strong>Loans<\/strong>: For students who do not meet all bursary criteria or who are pursuing postgraduate qualifications not funded under bursary schemes.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<hr \/>\n<h2>\u2705 Who Qualifies for an NSFAS Loan?<\/h2>\n<p>To qualify for an NSFAS loan (especially for postgraduate students or programs not funded under the bursary system), you must:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Be a <strong>South African citizen<\/strong>.<\/li>\n<li>Be <strong>financially needy<\/strong>, with a household income of <strong>less than R350,000 per year<\/strong>.<\/li>\n<li>Have a <strong>valid South African ID<\/strong>.<\/li>\n<li>Be <strong>enrolled or accepted<\/strong> to study at a <strong>public university or TVET college<\/strong>.<\/li>\n<li>Not be funded through another bursary program that covers all expenses.<\/li>\n<li>Maintain satisfactory <strong>academic progress<\/strong> (returning students).<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<hr \/>\n<h2>\ud83d\udcda Courses Funded by NSFAS<\/h2>\n<p>NSFAS primarily funds <strong>undergraduate qualifications<\/strong>, but certain <strong>postgraduate programs (e.g., PGCE, postgraduate diplomas in education, and professional courses like LLB)<\/strong> may be considered under the <strong>NSFAS loan scheme<\/strong>, not bursaries.<\/p>\n<p>If you\u2019re studying:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Undergraduate degree or diploma<\/strong>: You are likely eligible for a full NSFAS bursary.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Postgraduate study<\/strong>: You may qualify for a loan, depending on the course and funding availability.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<hr \/>\n<h2>\ud83d\udcc4 Required Documents for NSFAS Application<\/h2>\n<p>When applying, make sure you have the following documents scanned and ready:<\/p>\n<ol>\n<li><strong>Certified copy of your South African ID or Smart Card<\/strong>.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Parent(s) or guardian(s) ID documents<\/strong>.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Proof of income<\/strong> (latest payslips, UIF, or affidavit if unemployed).<\/li>\n<li><strong>Consent Form<\/strong> signed by your parent(s)\/guardian(s) to allow NSFAS to verify income.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Proof of registration or acceptance at a public institution<\/strong>.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Academic transcripts<\/strong> (for continuing or postgraduate students).<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<hr \/>\n<h2>\ud83d\udda5\ufe0f How to Apply for an NSFAS Loan Online<\/h2>\n<h3>Step-by-Step NSFAS Online Application Process (2025)<\/h3>\n<ol>\n<li>\n<h3><strong>Visit the NSFAS Website<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p>Go to: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.nsfas.org.za\/\">https:\/\/www.nsfas.org.za<\/a><\/li>\n<li>\n<h3><strong>Create an Account<\/strong><\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li>Click on <strong>\u201cMyNSFAS\u201d<\/strong> and register your profile.<\/li>\n<li>You\u2019ll need a <strong>valid email address<\/strong> and <strong>South African cellphone number<\/strong>.<\/li>\n<li>Choose a strong password and verify your account via email or SMS.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<h3><strong>Login and Start the Application<\/strong><\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li>After registration, log in to your <strong>MyNSFAS<\/strong> account.<\/li>\n<li>Click on <strong>\u201cApply\u201d<\/strong> to begin a new application.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<h3><strong>Fill in Your Personal Details<\/strong><\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li>Input your <strong>ID number<\/strong>, name, surname, and other details exactly as they appear on your ID.<\/li>\n<li>Provide <strong>household income information<\/strong> and living arrangements.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<h3><strong>Upload Required Documents<\/strong><\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li>Upload all supporting documents in <strong>PDF or JPEG format<\/strong>.<\/li>\n<li>Each document must be clear and under the size limit specified.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<h3><strong>Submit Your Application<\/strong><\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li>Review your application for accuracy.<\/li>\n<li>Click <strong>\u201cSubmit\u201d<\/strong> and wait for a confirmation message.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<h3><strong>Track Your Application<\/strong><\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li>Log in regularly to check your application status.<\/li>\n<li>You will be notified via SMS and email at each stage of the process.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<hr \/>\n<h2>\ud83d\uddd3\ufe0f Important NSFAS Dates (2025)<\/h2>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Application Opening Date<\/strong>: September 1, 2025<\/li>\n<li><strong>Application Deadline<\/strong>: January 31, 2026<\/li>\n<li><strong>Appeals Period<\/strong>: February 2026 (if rejected)<\/li>\n<li><strong>Disbursement<\/strong>: After registration and approval<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><em>Note: Dates are subject to change; always confirm on the official NSFAS website.<\/em><\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<h2>\ud83d\udcb8 What Does the NSFAS Loan Cover?<\/h2>\n<p>NSFAS funding typically includes:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Tuition fees<\/strong><\/li>\n<li><strong>Registration fees<\/strong><\/li>\n<li><strong>Accommodation (if living away from home)<\/strong><\/li>\n<li><strong>Meals and transport<\/strong><\/li>\n<li><strong>Learning materials (e.g., textbooks)<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>For <strong>loans<\/strong>, repayment is only required <strong>once you start working and earn above a threshold<\/strong> (around R30,000 annually, but subject to change).<\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<h2>\ud83d\udd04 NSFAS Loan Repayment<\/h2>\n<p>Repayments are:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Income-contingent<\/strong> \u2013 you only repay when you can afford to.<\/li>\n<li>Administered by <strong>DHET (Department of Higher Education and Training)<\/strong>.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Interest-bearing<\/strong>, but interest rates are low and favorable.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>You can also apply for a <strong>partial loan conversion to a bursary<\/strong> if you perform well academically.<\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<h2>\ud83d\udd01 How to Appeal a Rejected NSFAS Application<\/h2>\n<p>If your application is rejected, you may submit an appeal via your MyNSFAS portal:<\/p>\n<ol>\n<li>Log into your MyNSFAS account.<\/li>\n<li>Click on <strong>\u201cTrack Funding Progress\u201d<\/strong>.<\/li>\n<li>If rejected, click on <strong>\u201cSubmit Appeal\u201d<\/strong>.<\/li>\n<li>Upload any missing or corrected documents.<\/li>\n<li>Provide a clear explanation or motivation.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<hr \/>\n<h2>\ud83d\udcf1 NSFAS Contact Information<\/h2>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Website<\/strong>: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.nsfas.org.za\/\">https:\/\/www.nsfas.org.za<\/a><\/li>\n<li><strong>Email<\/strong>: <a href=\"mailto:info@nsfas.org.za\">info@nsfas.org.za<\/a><\/li>\n<li><strong>Toll-Free Number<\/strong>: 08000 67327 (Monday\u2013Friday, 8 AM\u20135 PM)<\/li>\n<li><strong>Twitter<\/strong>: <a href=\"https:\/\/twitter.com\/myNSFAS\">@myNSFAS<\/a><\/li>\n<li><strong>Facebook<\/strong>: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/myNSFAS\">NSFAS<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<hr \/>\n<h2>\ud83d\udcdd Final Tips Before Applying<\/h2>\n<ul>\n<li>Apply <strong>early<\/strong> to avoid system overload near the deadline.<\/li>\n<li>Use <strong>your own email and cellphone number<\/strong> (do not use someone else\u2019s).<\/li>\n<li>Double-check that all your documents are <strong>certified and legible<\/strong>.<\/li>\n<li>Keep a <strong>copy of your submission confirmation<\/strong> for reference.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<hr \/>\n<p>By following this guide, you can confidently apply for NSFAS funding and move one step closer to achieving your academic and career dreams\u2014without the burden of immediate financial pressure.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<\/div>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>How to Apply for Tourist Passport Applying for tourist passports:\u00a0Persons 16 years and older These passports are issued to SA citizens who are 16 years and older. The passports are valid for 10 years from the date of issue, and are not renewable. 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