Lost ID Document
Declare the loss, theft, or destruction of your South African Identity Document (ID book or smart ID card).
Prefer to fill in by hand?
Download a blank PDF template to print and complete manually.
Download Blank TemplateLost ID Document Affidavit — Frequently Asked Questions
How do I make a lost id document affidavit legally valid in South Africa?
Fill in the lost id document 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 lost id document affidavit template free?
Yes. You can generate a completed lost id document 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.