Vehicle accident affidavit

Vehicles

After an accident, decide whether you need a sworn statement, an accident report, a copy of an existing report, or papers for a City of Tshwane damage claim. If a road accident caused damage to a person or property, report it to police within 24 hours. The sections below explain each route and its related documents.

Prepare your affidavit

No account needed. Your answers are used for this request. Save to your account only when you choose to.

Do not sign before the commissioner of oaths. Review your statement and sign in their presence. This PDF is not signed or certified.

Official downloads

Get the current form from the official source:

How do I report a road accident? www.gov.za

What is an affidavit? | South African Government www.gov.za

Road Accident Fund Act: Regulations www.gov.za

Third Party Claims www.tshwane.gov.za

Getting a copy of an accident report www.westerncape.gov.za

How to use it

Go to a police station You can make an affidavit at any police station. An officer will provide a standard form and help you complete the process.

Document checklist

Owner identity Include identity copy of the owner of property/vehicle.
Repair costs Include three quotations or an invoice.
Utility bill Include a copy of utility bill ( rates and taxes).
Damage photos If relevant, include photos that show the damage.
Photos of the cause If a pothole, manhole or object caused vehicle damage, include photos of it that also show the location or surrounding area.
Insurance status Provide an insurer letter confirming that you did not claim, or an affidavit from a police station confirming that you have no insurance.
Explanation Include a detailed explanation of what happened.