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Type of Facilities : Apply For Domestic Television Licence
Head Quarters : Auckland Park
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How To Apply For SABC Domestic Television Licence?

Domestic Television Licence :
** All of the below general obligations apply to the holder of a domestic/household television licence.

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In terms of the Broadcasting Act and Television Licence Regulations licence holders are required to take note of and/or comply with the following :
** All TV licence fees are payable in advance, at the beginning of each licence year.
** A television licence is valid only at the permanent address reflected on the licence.

** A TV licence is valid for one year and the licensing period is stated on the licence.
** Renewal dates are spread over 12 months, with a TV licence holder’s renewal month determined by the first letter of his/her surname or, alternatively, by the month of acquisition of his/her television set.

General Licence Holder Obligations :
** The SABC sends out renewal notices ±2 months in advance. However, the Broadcasting Act states explicitly that non-receipt of such notice is not a legally acceptable reason for late or non-renewal – the onus rests on a licence holder to renew by the due date without any prompting from the SABC.

** When taking out a domestic/household television licence for the first time, a person is required to provide his/her personal particulars – surname, initials, ID number, fixed address and contact details.
** When first applying for a television licence the full annual fee is payable.

** Thereafter, a domestic licence may be paid in monthly instalments.
** A concessionary licence is payable in full annually and may not be paid in instalments. (Refer to tariff schedule under point 5).

** When renewing a television licence, a person is required to present an existing licence, a copy thereof, or a renewal notice.
** A licence holder must notify the SABC, in writing, of a change of address within 30 days.
** A television licence is not required when a person is no longer in possession of a TV set.

** The SABC must be notified on a prescribed form of the changed circumstances making possession of a TV licence unnecessary, as a result of the licensed television set having been sold/given away; stolen, repossessed or having broken down permanently.

** Such notice must be given by way of an affidavit/solemn statement by no later than 30 days after the end of a licence holder’s current licence year.

** No licence is cancelled while moneys are still outstanding on an account.
** All arrears, applicable penalties and a fine become payable if one is found in possession of a television set after cancellation of one’s licence.

** A television licence is not transferable from one licence holder to another except between spouses or between unmarried “life partners” in a permanent relationship, on the death of a husband/wife or partner.

** A person purchasing a television set must be in possession of a valid (paid-up) TV licence.
** A television set may not be purchased using someone else’s TV licence.

** A single domestic television licence is required per household regardless of the number of TV sets, provided that all sets so licensed are used at a licence holder’s residential premises only by members of his/her family.

** “Family members of a television licence holder” – defined as all persons who are permanently resident with the licence holder; and are dependent on him, and are owed a legal duty of support by the licence holder – are covered by a single TV licence in his/her name.

** A person has to meet all three of these conditions to be covered by a household’s TV licence.
** In practice, such domestic licence covers a licence holder and his/her immediate, dependent family members – in the case of a married couple, a husband/wife and his/her dependent, minor children.

** Adult (non-dependent) children or more distant relatives – such as adult children, parents/ grandparents, brothers/sisters, uncles/aunts – or boarders or lodgers sharing a family’s home, are not defined as family members.

** They are separately liable for television sets in their possession and/or used by them.
** A separate domestic television licence at the full annual tariff is required for a second or additional residential property (e.g., a holiday home) since a different physical address is involved.

** Television licence accounts that are more than 60 days overdue are handed over to the SABC’s lawyers for debt collection.
** If payments are late, an account incurs a penalty of 10% per month to a maximum of 100% per annum.

** An authorised Television Licence Inspector may enter any property in order to verify whether there is a TV set at such premises.
** He/she may request the owner or occupier of such premises to produce a television licence or ID document and/or to provide an ID or TV licence account number.

** He/she may ask that a television set be produced for inspection. Information such as receipt numbers, number of television sets, addresses, etc, may also be requested in order to determine the validity of a television licence. A business, dealer or lessor of TV sets may be requested to furnish information about any transaction involving television sets, such as sales, rental agreements, etc.

** An authorised inspector may be identified by his/her TV Licence Inspector Card and/or by contacting the SABC on 011-3309555.

Television Licence Fees : [Annual Licence Fees]
Domestic licence – R265.00

FAQ On SABC Domestic Television Licence

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) about the SABC Domestic Television Licence:

Q: Why do I need an SABC Domestic Television Licence?
A: The SABC Domestic Television Licence is required by law in South Africa for all households that own a television set. It is a means of funding the SABC, which is a public broadcaster.

Q: How do I apply for an SABC Domestic Television Licence?
A: You can apply for an SABC Domestic Television Licence by visiting the SABC website, calling their customer service line, or visiting one of their regional offices.

Q: What happens if I don’t pay for an SABC Domestic Television Licence?
A: Failure to pay for an SABC Domestic Television Licence is considered a criminal offense in South Africa and can result in legal action, fines, and even imprisonment.

Additional Simplified Procedure

Here are the steps on how to apply for a SABC Domestic Television Licence online:
1. Go to the SABC website: https://www.sabc.co.za/.
2. Click on the “TV Licence” tab.
3. Click on the “Apply Online” button.
4. You will be prompted to create an account.
5. Once you have created an account, you will be able to complete the application form.
6. The application form includes the following sections:
** Personal details
** Address
** Device details
** Payment details
7. Once you have completed the application form, you will need to submit it.

Here are some additional tips for applying for a SABC Domestic Television Licence online:
** Make sure you read the application instructions carefully.
** Provide accurate and complete information on the application form.
** Proofread your application form carefully before submitting it.
** Make sure you have a valid credit or debit card to pay for the licence.

Here are the details of each section of the application form:
** Personal details: This section includes your name, contact information, date of birth, and gender.
** Address: This section includes your physical address and your postal address.
** Device details: This section includes the type of devices you use to watch SABC channels, such as a TV, a decoder, or a smartphone.
** Payment details: This section includes your credit or debit card information.

The SABC website has a helpful FAQ section that you can refer to if you have any questions about the application process. You can also contact the SABC TV Licence office by phone or email.

Here are some of the benefits of having a SABC Domestic Television Licence:
** You can watch SABC channels without interruption.
** You can support the SABC, which is a public broadcaster.
** You can help to ensure that the SABC can continue to provide quality programming.

The SABC Domestic Television Licence costs R265 per year. You can pay for the licence online, by phone, or by post.