Proof of payment of the prescribed fee.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\nHow Do You Apply for a Replacement Certificate?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
There are two main ways to apply:<\/p>\n\n\n\n
1. Online through Umalusi<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n\n- Register an account on the official Umalusi online portal for replacement certificates.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Complete the replacement form and upload digital copies of your affidavit, certified ID copy, and proof of payment.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Choose whether you want to collect the certificate from the Umalusi office or have it couriered to you.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n
2. In Person at a DBE or PED Office<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n\n- Visit your nearest Department of Basic Education or Provincial Education Department office.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Request the replacement form, complete it, and submit it with your affidavit, certified ID copy, proof of payment, and damaged certificate if applicable.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- This process also applies if your certificate was issued before 1992.
<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\nHow Much Does It Cost?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
The replacement certificate fee set by the Department of Basic Education is currently around R170 for the certificate. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
If you also request a statement of results, there may be an additional fee (often around R60). <\/p>\n\n\n\n
These fees are valid until March\u202f31, 2026<\/strong> and may change after that.<\/p>\n\n\n\nIf you use Umalusi\u2019s online replacement service, fees may vary slightly depending on whether you choose to collect the certificate in person or have it couriered to your address.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
How Long Does It Take to Get Your Replacement?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
The processing time normally takes four to six weeks once your application is submitted and all documents are in order. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
If your records are not yet digitised or archived, it may take longer for officials to locate them and issue your replacement.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Can You Get a Statement of Results While You Wait?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
Yes. You can request your Matric statement of results immediately while waiting for your replacement certificate. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
This can help with job applications or admissions while you wait for the full certificate to be printed and issued.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
What If You Need the Certificate Urgently?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
If you have urgent deadlines for study or work, it is best to apply as soon as possible. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
Submit all required documents correctly the first time. Incorrect or missing documents can delay processing. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
If you need evidence of your qualification quickly, the statement of results is usually available faster than the printed certificate.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Do You Need a Police Affidavit?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
Yes. A police affidavit explaining how your matric certificate was lost or damaged is a key requirement for the replacement application. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
This sworn statement helps confirm the circumstances under which the certificate is no longer available and must be included with your application.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
What If Your Certificate Was Issued by IEB or SACAI?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
If your Matric certificate was issued by a private assessment body like the Independent Examinations Board (IEB) or the South African Comprehensive Assessment Institute (SACAI), you must contact those bodies directly for replacement. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
Their processes, contact details, and fees are separate from the Department of Basic Education and Umalusi.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
FAQs<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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1. What is a replacement Matric certificate?<\/h3>\n\n\n
A replacement Matric certificate is an official re\u2011issued copy of your lost or damaged National Senior Certificate (NSC) or Senior Certificate (SC).<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n
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2. Who issues Matric replacement certificates?<\/h3>\n\n\n
Certificates issued since 1992 are replaced via Umalusi\u2019s online system<\/strong>, while certificates issued before 1992 are replaced through the Department of Basic Education<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n
3. What documents are required for a replacement?<\/h3>\n\n\n
You need a police affidavit<\/strong>, a certified copy of your ID<\/strong>, proof of payment, and the damaged certificate if available.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n
4. Can I apply online for a replacement?<\/h3>\n\n\n
Yes. You can apply online through Umalusi\u2019s official replacement certificate portal by registering an account and uploading your documents.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n
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5. How long does the replacement process take?<\/h3>\n\n\n
It usually takes four to six weeks<\/strong> once all documents are submitted. It may take longer if records need to be located.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n
6. How much does it cost to replace a Matric certificate?<\/h3>\n\n\n
The typical fee is around R170<\/strong> for a replacement certificate, with an optional additional fee for a statement of results.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n
7. Can I get a statement of results while waiting?<\/h3>\n\n\n
Yes. You can request a statement of results immediately<\/strong> while the replacement certificate is processed.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n
8. What should my police affidavit include?<\/h3>\n\n\n
The affidavit should state what happened to your lost or damaged certificate, include your full name and ID number, and be sworn before a Commissioner of Oaths.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n
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9. Can I have the replacement couriered to me?<\/h3>\n\n\n
Yes. When applying through Umalusi\u2019s online portal, you can choose to have your replacement certificate couriered for an extra fee.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n
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10. Where can I collect my replacement certificate?<\/h3>\n\n\n
You can collect it at the Umalusi office<\/strong> or your nearest Provincial Education Department<\/strong> office if applying in person.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"Losing your Matric certificate (Grade 12 certificate) can affect job applications, further study, and official verification of your qualification. If your certificate was lost, stolen, or damaged, you can apply for a replacement certificate through official government channels. What Happens If You Lose Your Matric Certificate? Your original National Senior Certificate (NSC) or Senior Certificate…<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":1,"featured_media":273,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_kad_post_transparent":"","_kad_post_title":"","_kad_post_layout":"","_kad_post_sidebar_id":"","_kad_post_content_style":"","_kad_post_vertical_padding":"","_kad_post_feature":"","_kad_post_feature_position":"","_kad_post_header":false,"_kad_post_footer":false,"iawp_total_views":251,"footnotes":""},"categories":[1],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-282","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-blog"],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.bursariesafrica.co.za\/universities\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/282","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.bursariesafrica.co.za\/universities\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.bursariesafrica.co.za\/universities\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.bursariesafrica.co.za\/universities\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/1"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.bursariesafrica.co.za\/universities\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=282"}],"version-history":[{"count":2,"href":"https:\/\/www.bursariesafrica.co.za\/universities\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/282\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":286,"href":"https:\/\/www.bursariesafrica.co.za\/universities\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/282\/revisions\/286"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.bursariesafrica.co.za\/universities\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/273"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.bursariesafrica.co.za\/universities\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=282"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.bursariesafrica.co.za\/universities\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=282"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.bursariesafrica.co.za\/universities\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=282"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}