REGISTRATION OF DEPENDANTS


A member may apply for the registration of his/her dependants at the time of applying for membership.

The following persons can qualify as a dependant:

  • A spouse or partner
  • Dependant children under the age of 21
  • Dependant children over the age of 21 but under the age of 25 and who are full time students at a recognised tertiary educational institution
  • Immediate family for which the member is liable for family care and support (proof of legal duty required.)
  • Disabled/Mentally challenged children

Members may add a dependant by completing the necessary application form. The following information is required:

  • Previous medical scheme membership certificate/s
  • Copy of ID's for adults and birth certificates for children
  • Marriage certificate
  • An affidavit where surnames in partnered relationships differ
  • Adopted children' legal documentation to be provided
  • Student certificate and / or proof of registration from the university or college if a child dependant is a student.
  • Proof of dependency when child is over 21