Can I renew my drivers licence at Pick n Pay?

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Vehicle Licence Disc Renewals

Register online to renew your vehicle licence disc and pay in-store

Pick n Pay’s Vehicle Licence Disc Renewal Service is a hassle-free way of renewing your vehicle licence disc. Register online and enjoy these benefits:

  • Skip the queues at traffic departments and post offices, pay in-store at a Pick n Pay till point
  • Payments can be done at Pick n Pay Supermarkets and Hypermarkets
  • Avoid pesky penalty fees, to get your South African vehicle licence renewal paid on time with renewal notifications to remind you before your current disc expires
  • Renewals can be done for all areas in South Africa
  • Pay any outstanding fines that could be blocking your disc renewal in the same payment
  • Receive your vehicle licence disc via courier within 10 business days*

How it Works

*Service fees are applicable. Services and rates only apply to privately owned vehicles (no fleets). Disc delivery timelines may vary depending on your location. 10 business days are only applicable to vehicle licence discs that have not expired. Ts&Cs apply.

How to set up a profile?

Once on the Pick n Pay Vehicle Licence Disc Online Renewal Portal, provide your details and set up your password to complete your profile. Once your profile has been set up, you can add the details of your vehicle(s) to the Vehicles section on the portal. You’ll also receive renewal notifications before your disc expires via your chosen communication preference that you’ve selected on the portal.

Capture a renewal

When you are ready to renew your vehicle licence disc, capture your renewal in the My Renewals section on the Portal. Make sure you have uploaded the required documentation below and captured the physical address you would like the disc to be delivered to, before setting up your payment.

Documentation to be uploaded onto the portal:
  • a clear image of ID document or card
  • a copy of your existing vehicle licence disc
  • proof of residence (no older than 3 months)

You will need to wait for the renewal cost to be updated on the portal before setting up a payment.. Your renewal cost will be updated as follows:

  • If your disc expires in the next/following month: The renewal cost is populated on the Portal within 1 – 3 business days after the 21st of the current month. E.g. If your disc expires in April 2022, the renewal cost will be populated 1-3 business days after 21 March 2022.
  • If your disc has already expired: The renewal cost can take up to 7 business days to confirm in order to check for any penalties etc.
  • If your disc is not up for renewal yet: The cost is only populated 3 days after the 21st of the month before the disc expires.

You will receive an SMS or email notifying you that your renewal cost has been updated and you can view the cost in the My Renewals section on the portal.

Payment of vehicle licence renewals

Once the renewal cost has been updated, you can then select Renew this Licence to set up a payment for your vehicle licence renewal and select to make payment in a Pick n Pay store. Note: You will not be able to set up a payment on the portal or make payment in-store until the renewal cost has updated on the portal. Your vehicle licence disc renewal payment will include the following, which is automatically added to your payment amount:

  • The amount for the licence renewal
  • A licence disc renewal admin fee of R250 (including VAT)
  • A delivery fee of R99.99 (including VAT)

If there are any outstanding fines that are blocking your renewal, you will have the option to select these fines in the Fines section on the portal to include in your payment. If you do not settle these fines, your disc cannot be renewed. The payment amount provided on the portal will be linked to your mobile number, which you can provide as a reference when making payment in-store.

Delivery of vehicle licence discs

Your vehicle licence disc will be couriered to your chosen address within 10 business days after your payment and required documentation have been received. The delivery fee will be included in the total payment amount for the disc renewal.

Customer Support:

For Customer Support during business hours email: pnp_customer_support@claimexpert.co.za
You can also log your queries on the portal by clicking on the support icon to receive assistance quickly.


Overview of Public Universities in South Africa

Here's an overview of some public universities in South Africa, including general admissions requirements and estimated application periods. Keep in mind, specific program requirements and dates can vary significantly, so it's important to check each university's official website for the most current information.

University of Pretoria

  • Admissions Requirements: National Senior Certificate with minimum scores in specific subjects related to the chosen program; for international students, equivalent qualifications.
  • Application Period: Usually opens in March and closes at the end of July for most programs.

University of Cape Town

  • Admissions Requirements: National Senior Certificate with pass levels required for degree study; subject-specific requirements depending on the program.
  • Application Period: Application opens in April and closes at the end of July.

Stellenbosch University

  • Admissions Requirements: National Senior Certificate with required marks; some programs have additional testing.
  • Application Period: Opens in March and typically closes at the end of June.

University of the Witwatersrand

  • Admissions Requirements: Matriculation certificate with university exemption; required scores vary by faculty.
  • Application Period: Begins in March and ends on the 30th of September.

University of Johannesburg

  • Admissions Requirements: Matric exemption with a minimum APS score; specific subject requirements based on the faculty.
  • Application Period: Opens in April and generally closes by the 30th of September.

University of the Free State

  • Admissions Requirements: National Senior Certificate with specific marks for the program applied to; additional requirements for certain courses.
  • Application Period: Typically opens in April and closes at the end of August.

University of Venda

  • Admissions Requirements: Completion of the National Senior Certificate with an endorsement for diploma or degree studies; specific APS scores needed.
  • Application Period: Usually from May to September.

University of Fort Hare

  • Admissions Requirements: National Senior Certificate with university exemption; certain programs may have specific requirements.
  • Application Period: Opens around May and closes at the end of September.

University of the Western Cape

  • Admissions Requirements: National Senior Certificate with specific performance levels; additional requirements for certain programs.
  • Application Period: Generally from May to September.

North-West University

  • Admissions Requirements: National Senior Certificate with university exemption; program-specific requirements may apply.
  • Application Period: Opens in March and usually closes by the end of August.

Rhodes University

  • Admissions Requirements: National Senior Certificate or equivalent; minimum academic performance in certain subjects.
  • Application Period: Applications open in April and close at the end of September.

Nelson Mandela University

  • Admissions Requirements: National Senior Certificate with required scores for chosen programs; portfolio or additional tests for some faculties.
  • Application Period: Opens in April, with a deadline at the end of August for most programs.

Cape Peninsula University of Technology

  • Admissions Requirements: National Senior Certificate with specific scores; additional requirements for certain courses.
  • Application Period: Opens in May and typically closes by the end of September.

University of Limpopo

  • Admissions Requirements: Senior Certificate with endorsement for diploma or degree courses; specific APS scores for different programs.
  • Application Period: From April to September.

University of Zululand

  • Admissions Requirements: National Senior Certificate with an endorsement for bachelor’s degree studies; specific score requirements for various programs.
  • Application Period: Usually between April and November.

Central University of Technology

  • Admissions Requirements: National Senior Certificate with specific scores for the chosen field of study; additional criteria for certain programs.
  • Application Period: Application period generally starts in May and ends in October.

Vaal University of Technology

  • Admissions Requirements: National Senior Certificate with a pass that qualifies for admission to bachelor’s degree, diploma, or higher certificate programs.
  • Application Period: Typically from May to September.

Walter Sisulu University

  • Admissions Requirements: National Senior Certificate with required scores for chosen programs; additional criteria for certain faculties.
  • Application Period: From April to September.

This list provides a starting point for understanding the admissions landscape across South Africa's diverse higher education institutions. Given the variability in programs and requirements, it's crucial to consult each university's website for the most accurate and up-to-date information.

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