• South African citizens must present their identification document or an affidavit proving their identity.
• Non-South African citizens must present their passports plus an affidavit. Should they be permanently resident in South Africa, their South African identity document suffices.
• In addition to the above, divorcees must present the final court decree of divorce.
• Widows / widowers must present the death certificate of the deceased spouse.
• Minors must provide written consent of their parents or guardian.

These conditions are set by law:

• A marriage may only be legally solemnised in one of the following places: a church building or a building used for religious services; a public office; a private dwelling-house.
• Presence of parties and witnesses: The bridal couple plus at least two competent witnesses have to be present.
• Marriages by proxy may not be solemnized in the Republic of South Africa.
• Non-South African citizens usually need a full marriage certificate to have their marriage registered in their home country. The certificate is obtainable from the South African Department of Home Affairs; speedy acquisition can be arranged. For country-specific regulations, the representing office of the respective country should be contacted.