Open a Capitec account with ease. Learn about FICA requirements, including ID documents for adults, minors, and foreign nationals.
South African citizen/resident
| Valid Green Barcoded ID/Smart ID card/SA passport | Abridged/unabridged birth certificate of minor/court order/guardian appointment letter from the Master of the High Court | |
| Adult | YES | NO |
| Minor (under 16 years)* | NO | YES |
| Parent (for minor)* | YES | NO |
| Guardian (for minor)* | YES | YES |
| Supplementary cardholder | YES | NO |
| Valid Foreign Passport | Valid permanent residence | Original Salary Slip/Employer letter | |
| Adult | YES | YES | YES |
| Minor (under 16 years)* | YES | YES | NO |
| Parent (for minor)* | YES | YES | YES |
| Guardian (for minor)* | YES | YES | YES |
| Supplementary cardholder | YES | YES | YES |
As part of Capitec’s new approach to FICA requirements, you no longer have to provide a proof of address when you open a Capitec account or apply for credit.
Note: You may be asked to provide supporting documents in order to complete the process
Download our full FICA flyer for the most current requirements for a minor*, or contact our Client Care Centre on 0860 10 20 43 for more information.
