Closes: 31 Mar 2025

POLL: Transition from Green ID Books to Smart ID Cards in South Africa

The South African Department of Home Affairs is encouraging citizens to replace their traditional green barcoded ID books with more secure Smart ID cards.

Summary:

The South African Department of Home Affairs is encouraging citizens to replace their traditional green barcoded ID books with more secure Smart ID cards. This initiative aims to reduce identity theft and fraud associated with the older ID books. The department plans to phase out green ID books once Smart ID cards are accessible to all citizens.


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