Replace Lost Licence
Description This service is for qualified drivers who have lost their driver’s licence. To replace a lost or damaged driver’s licence go to your nearest traffic office. Steps to follow
  • Go to your nearest traffic office.
  • Complete form DL1, Application for driving licence.
  • Bring the following:
    • identity document or passport
    • two black and white ID photos.
  • Pay the application fee.
  • An eye test will be done on site, and your fingerprints will be taken.
You may also apply for a temporary driver’s licence. For this you will need to pay an additional fee and provide another black and white ID photo. Service standard
  • Your new driver’s licence should be ready within four to six weeks.
  • A temporary driver’s licence is issued immediately.
Cost 
Province Application fee
Eastern Cape R155
Free State R189
Gauteng R160
KwaZulu-Natal R165
Limpopo R180
Mpumalanga R130
Northern Cape R120
North West R150
Western Cape R100

Forms to complete Application for driving licence, DL1 is available at the driver's licence testing station