Affidavit of Divorce
Swear under oath that your marriage was legally dissolved when the decree of divorce granted by the regional court or High Court is lost or unavailable. Commonly needed to remarry, update your marital status with the Department of Home Affairs, restore a surname, and update records with banks, pension funds, and insurers.
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Download Blank TemplateAffidavit of Divorce Affidavit — Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get a copy of my divorce decree in South Africa?
Request a copy of the decree of divorce from the registrar or clerk of the regional court or High Court division that granted the divorce, quoting the case number and the year if you have them. If the divorce is old and the court file has been archived, the court can retrieve it, although this may take longer; an attorney can also obtain the copy on your behalf.
Do I need my divorce decree to remarry in South Africa?
Yes. The Department of Home Affairs requires proof that a previous marriage was dissolved — usually the final decree of divorce — before it will register a new marriage. A sworn affidavit of divorce can serve as interim evidence while you obtain the decree from the court, but Home Affairs will generally still require the decree itself.
How do I make a affidavit of divorce affidavit legally valid in South Africa?
Fill in the affidavit of divorce affidavit, print it, and sign it in front of a Commissioner of Oaths — do not sign beforehand. Bring your ID document. Commissioning is free at any SAPS police station, and Commissioners of Oaths are also available at banks, post offices, and attorneys' offices.
Is this affidavit of divorce affidavit template free?
Yes. You can generate a completed affidavit of divorce affidavit PDF or download a blank printable template completely free, with no sign-up required. Your information is used only to generate the document and is not stored after the PDF is created.