Home Affairs Offices in Gauteng: Addresses and Hours
Gauteng has the highest concentration of Home Affairs offices in South Africa. Whether you are in Pretoria, Johannesburg, Soweto, or the East Rand, there is an office near you. This guide lists the major offices with full addresses, contact numbers, and operating hours for 2026.
Book an appointment online at www.dha.gov.za or use eHomeAffairs if you bank with ABSA, FNB, Nedbank, or Standard Bank to reduce waiting time.
Gauteng Home Affairs Offices
All Home Affairs offices in Gauteng are open Monday to Friday from 8:00am to 3:30pm. Some offices may have adjusted hours during public holidays. It is advisable to arrive early as queues can be long, especially on Mondays and Fridays.
Pretoria (Tshwane) Offices
| Office | Address | Phone | Hours |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pretoria Central | Corner of Prinsloo and Visagie Streets, Pretoria CBD | 012 309 1000 | Mon-Fri 8am-3:30pm |
| Centurion | Centurion Lake Building, 1267 Embankment Road, Centurion | 012 663 1961 | Mon-Fri 8am-3:30pm |
| Hatfield | 271 Pretorius Street, Hatfield, Pretoria | 012 342 2281 | Mon-Fri 8am-3:30pm |
Johannesburg Offices
| Office | Address | Phone | Hours |
|---|---|---|---|
| Johannesburg Central | Corner of Harrison and Albert Streets, Johannesburg CBD | 011 639 4022 | Mon-Fri 8am-3:30pm |
| Roodepoort | Readyville Office Park, Ontdekkers Road, Roodepoort | 011 760 3500 | Mon-Fri 8am-3:30pm |
| Boksburg | Corner of Commissioner and Trichardts Road, Boksburg | 011 892 9029 | Mon-Fri 8am-3:30pm |
Soweto Offices
| Office | Address | Phone | Hours |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jabulani (Soweto) | Jabulani Civic Centre, Khumalo Street, Soweto, Johannesburg | 011 984 0600 | Mon-Fri 8am-3:30pm |
What Services Are Available at Gauteng Offices
- Smart ID card applications (new and replacement)
- South African passport applications
- Birth certificate applications and registrations
- Marriage registrations and marriage certificate copies
- Death registrations
- Citizenship applications and enquiries
- Late registration of birth
- Immigration enquiries
Queue management services are offered at most large offices. Do not leave your place in the queue or ask unofficial people to hold your spot, as this can lead to confusion and delays.
Tips for Visiting a Gauteng Home Affairs Office
- Arrive at least 30 minutes before opening to secure a queue number
- Bring all original documents and certified copies to avoid making return visits
- Mondays and Fridays tend to be the busiest days; Tuesday to Thursday is generally quieter
- Use the eHomeAffairs portal for Smart ID and passport applications to save time
- Pay by debit or credit card where possible; some offices also accept cash