02/03/2026
ACCESS CHAPTER 2 LAW CLINIC CAN ASSIST YOU TO APPLY TO CHANGE YOUR GENDER MARKER AT THE DEPARTMENT OF HOME AFFAIRS.
The AC2 Law Clinic is working to assist clients in applying for the change of their gender marker OR follow up on their already existing application to change their gender marker as per their South African identity document.
If you are a transgender or intersex individual who has met the requirements as set out in the Alteration of S*x Description and S*x Status Act 49 of 2003, please reach out to your nearest AC2 Law Clinic office or contact us via telephone, email or social media to speak to one of our paralegals/ attorneys.
In order to undertake this process, you will need to:
1. Fill in the appropriate forms as prescribed by the Department of Home Affairs,
2. File medical reports from 2 medical practitioners confirming medical transition or intersex status,
3. Provide 4 ID photos and present yourself for fingerprinting, and
4. Pay the prescribed fee.
Whatever step of the process you are in, we are here to help.
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