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What to do if your drivers licence was stolen or lost outside the RSA while you reside there?

Applicants outside the borders of the RSA whose driving licence cards have expired or were lost/stolen and who are not in a position to return to the RSA to have the licence renewed:

The Road Traffic Management Corporation (RTMC) is in a position to issue a confirmation letter should such an applicant have a valid licence (this will be established on the eNaTIS).

The letter will serve as proof that the applicant does indeed hold a valid licence and this will enable him/her to convert the licence to a foreign driving licence in the country in which he/she currently resides.

Please note that such a confirmation letter cannot be interpreted as a driving licence when presented to a law enforcement official.

Applicants requiring confirmation letters are requested to include their RSA ID number and postal address (to which the letter will be mailed) with their application.

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What Car Insurance Do I Need?

Statistics prove that driving can be dangerous, and drivers should safeguard against these risks by taking out insurance to meet their needs and budget from the 3 main types:

Comprehensive vehicle insurance which although most expensive provides the best cover and protection in event of accident, theft and, damage including flooding and fire.
Third-party fire and theft that, despite being less expensive and not covering car replacement, provides cover for damage caused by fire, theft and, hijacking.
Third-party cover, usually the cheapest in the market, only covers damage to other vehicles in the accident.
Remember that your car insurance won’t cover you for:

Normal wear and tear
Intentional damage
Loss or damage should you leave South Africa’s borders without the appropriate certificate from your insurer or broker showing you have cover outside the country.

What is Comprehensive Car Insurance? Comprehensive Car Insurance Provides cover for just about any form of financial loss related to your vehicle. Provides cover for damage caused to another person and their property if you are responsible for an accident.

What is Third party fire and theft insurance? Third-party fire and theft Car Insurance
Provides cover for damage caused to another person and their property if you are responsible for an accident. Covers you if your car is stolen or damaged in the event of a hijacking, theft or fire.

What is third party only cover? Third-party-only Car Insurance covers the damage caused to another person and their property if you are responsible for an accident. Does not provide cover if your vehicle is damaged or stolen.

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