by Docassist Admin | Sep 26, 2025 | Birth Certificates
Why this document matters in South Africa A recognised record of birth unlocks everyday life in South Africa. Schools, banks, medical aids, and employers rely on official identity documents. Without the right paperwork, simple milestones become difficult, from Grade R...
by Docassist Admin | Sep 26, 2025 | Birth Certificates
Is a fully online application possible right now? Many people hope to skip the queues and apply from home. The reality is that South Africa is moving services online in stages, and full digital filing is not yet available for this document. You can complete some forms...
by Docassist Admin | Sep 26, 2025 | Apostille Documents
Why do some documents need an apostille? Foreign officials want proof that a South African signature or seal is genuine. An apostille provides that proof for countries that belong to the Hague Convention. When attached, it tells a foreign registry, university, bank,...
by Docassist Admin | Sep 26, 2025 | Apostille Documents
Why your qualifications need an apostille abroad Universities, employers, and licensing bodies must trust that your certificates are genuine. An apostille proves that the signature or seal on a South African document is authentic, so registrars and HR teams abroad can...
by Docassist Admin | Sep 26, 2025 | Apostille Documents
What is an apostille and why it matters in 2025? An apostille is a small certificate that makes a South African public document valid in other Hague Convention countries. It confirms the official signature or seal, not the content itself. If you are moving abroad,...
