Renewing your driver’s licence card in South Africa involves various costs depending on your province and specific circumstances, such as expiry or booking method.
Costs in Western Cape
- Driving Licence Card Renewal: R140
- Additional Cost if Expired (Temporary Licence): R40
- Total Cost: R180
Costs in Gauteng
- Driving Licence Card Renewal: R228
- Additional Cost if Expired (Temporary Licence): R70
- Online Payment: R250 (excludes temporary licence cost)
Costs in Eastern Cape
- Driving Licence Card Renewal: R216
- Additional Cost if Expired (Temporary Licence): R96
- Total Cost: R316
Costs in KwaZulu-Natal
- Driving Licence Card Renewal: R250
- Additional Cost if Expired: R90
- Total: R340
Additional Fees and Penalties
- Online Booking Fee (NaTis): R250 (includes Driver’s Licence Costs)
- RTMC Fee: Additional R22 for online bookings
- Late Renewal Penalty: R38.40 per month for overdue renewals
Additional Licensing Costs
- PDP (Professional Driving Permit): R400 + R100 clearance at ABSA bank
- Booking of Driving Licence Test: R220 – R300 + R250 upon passing for the card
- Learner Driving Licence: R150 + R60 upon issuance
What to take with you to the Driving Licence Testing Centre
If your driver’s licence is still valid but expiring soon
- Your South African ID book, temporary ID certificate or passport.
- A copy of your identification document.
- Your current driver’s licence card.
- Two black-and-white or colour ID-sized photograph
- The renewal fee in cash (there are no card machines at the centres).
- Proof of residence (such as a utility bill or affidavit from your Landlord if you are renting).
If your driver’s licence has already expired
- Your South African ID book, temporary ID certificate or passport.
- A copy of your identification document.
- Your current driver’s licence card.
- Only two black-and-white or colour ID-sized photographs
- The renewal fee in cash (there are no card machines at the centres).
- Proof of residence (such as a utility bill or affidavit from your Landlord if you are renting).
- Extra cash to apply for a temporary driver’s licence (valid for six months), which will fill the gap and give you legal permission to drive until your renewed permit is ready to be collected.
If your driver’s licence has been misplaced or stolen
- Same as the above (with the exception of your current card) – the extra two photo’s and cash are necessary as you will also need a temporary licence.
- An affidavit from the police stating that your licence card was lost or stolen.
These costs and fees ensure compliance with South African driving regulations and facilitate the renewal and issuance of driver’s licences across the country.