Section A: Position You Are Applying For
- Write the job title (e.g., Admin Clerk)
- Fill in the reference number (very important!)
- State the department (e.g., Department of Health)
👉 You’ll find all this info in the job advert.
Section B: Personal Details
Fill in:
- Surname & full names (as on ID)
- ID number
- Date of birth
- Gender & race (optional but often required)
- Citizenship
- Disability (if applicable)
👉 Make sure everything matches your ID document.
Section C: Contact Details
- Your phone number
- Email address
- Residential address
👉 Use an email you check regularly!
Section D: Qualifications
- List your qualifications (e.g., Matric, Diploma, Degree)
- Include:
- Name of qualification
- Institution
- Year completed
👉 Start with the highest qualification first.
Section E: Work Experience
- List your jobs (if any)
- Include:
- Employer name
- Job title
- Start & end dates
- Duties
👉 If you have no experience, you can write:
“No formal work experience yet”
or include internships/volunteer work.
Section F: Questions (Yes/No)
You’ll answer things like:
- Criminal record?
- Dismissed before?
- Qualification verification?
👉 Be honest — they do background checks.
Section G: Declaration
- Sign and date the form
❗ VERY IMPORTANT:
If you don’t sign, your application can be rejected immediately.
📎 What to Attach with Z83
Usually you must include:
- Updated CV
- Certified copy of ID
- Certified qualifications
(Some departments now want only Z83 + CV first, then documents later — always check the advert!)
⚠️ Common Mistakes to Avoid
- ❌ Leaving sections blank
- ❌ Wrong reference number
- ❌ Not signing the form
- ❌ Using incorrect contact details
- ❌ Messy handwriting (if handwritten)
💡 Pro Tip
You can type the Z83 form on your computer instead of handwriting it — it looks more professional.