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Perhaps you should get legal advice to see if you can circumvent a second DNA test.
There are some workarounds that could help you get a clear fingerprint scan, but you may need to find an office with alternative biometric options.
It could be that they are struggling to verify your identity because you have a green ID book and your photo is not clear enough.
You can submit ID and passport applications and payments on the eHomeAffairs website.
Yes, you can.
You are not under legal obligation to do so, but it would probably be better if you did.
It's very strange that not even your mother is named on your birth certificate. You should make an affidavit explaining the situation and take it to Home Affairs, but you may end up needing legal help
Home Affairs has introduced a new online Branch Appointment Booking System which they say is quick and easy. Or you will have to visit the nearest Home Affairs office.
The Department of Home Affairs says that undocumented foreign nationals born in South Africa are issued with a birth certificate free of charge. All children born in SA must be registered.
Accommodations should be made to help you if you look different because you have aged since your last ID photo was taken and your fingerprints are faded.