Requirements

• If you want to instruct for more than one code, you have to apply and pay for each code separately.
• You can only apply at a driving licence testing centre graded with the code you are applying for.
• You can only instruct for the code you applied for.
• You must pass a written learners test and a practical drivers test.
• You must produce a medical certificate completed by a medical practitioner.
• You must undergo a criminal record check and provide a criminal clearance certificate.

Apply

Step 1: Download and complete the Instructor Registration Application Form (R1) from the document download section below.

The application must be accompanied by:

• a copy of your driving licence;
• a copy of your identity document;
• the application fee of R165; and
• two identical black and white ID photographs;

Step 2: Submit the completed application form together with all supporting documents at your nearest driving licence testing centre.

If all of the above is in order, you'll be required to:

• Apply for a criminal clearance certificate from the South African Police Service (SAPS).
• Obtain a medical certificate from a medical practitioner at your own cost. The medical form (Form MC) can be downloaded from the document download section below.

Step 3: Your completed forms will be sent to the Mobility Department for authorisation. Once we receive notice of their approval, you will be contacted to come in and book an appointment (free of charge) for the tests (practical and theory).

If you pass both tests, you'll receive your certificate after paying the required fee. The instructor’s certificate is valid for 12 months and must be renewed annually.

What to bring when you collect your certificate:

• Acceptable Identification (ID document)
• R33.00 for the issuing of the certificate

Register

Once you receive your certificate, you can register with the Southern African Institute of Driving Instructors (SAIDI).

For more information, email info@saidinational.org or call 082 683 9292

Contact us

Traffic Services

Email:
traffic.services@capetown.gov.za

Document downloads

• 1. Instructor Registration (R1) Application Form

     01/11/2005, Application form - 67.5 KB

  2. Medical Certificate Application Form

     01/11/2005, Application form - 33.2 KB