Affidavit of Marriage
Provide sworn proof that a valid marriage exists when your Department of Home Affairs marriage certificate is lost, delayed, or otherwise unavailable. Commonly requested by medical aid schemes, employers, pension and provident funds, banks, and insurers to add a spouse to cover, claim spousal benefits, or update records after a name change while you await a reissued certificate.
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Download Blank TemplateAffidavit of Marriage Affidavit — Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get proof of marriage if my marriage certificate is lost in South Africa?
Apply for a reissued marriage certificate at any Department of Home Affairs office; a small fee may apply and unabridged certificates can take time to be issued. While you wait, a sworn affidavit of marriage — commissioned free of charge at any SAPS police station — is widely accepted by medical aid schemes, employers, and funds as interim proof of the marriage.
Can I use an affidavit instead of a marriage certificate in South Africa?
Many institutions accept a sworn affidavit as temporary or supplemental proof of marriage, but the Department of Home Affairs and most banks will ultimately require the marriage certificate itself for permanent record changes. Treat the affidavit as supporting evidence and request a reissued certificate from Home Affairs as soon as possible.
How do I make a affidavit of marriage affidavit legally valid in South Africa?
Fill in the affidavit of marriage 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 marriage affidavit template free?
Yes. You can generate a completed affidavit of marriage 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.