South Africa - Apply for Renewal of Validation of AME License


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ProcedureEdit

Apply In Person

  1. To Apply for renewal of a Valid AME License, the applicant has to approach the CIVIL AVIATION AUTHORITY link
  2. An application form will be provided to the applicant by the concerned officer.
  3. The applicant has to fill in all the necessary details in the application form. (Incomplete applications are not accepted)
  4. Make sure that the applicant has attached all the necessary documents that are mentioned in the “Required Documents” section of this page.
  5. The applicant has to attach the photocopies of the required documents along with the application form while submitting.
  6. Submit all the documents with the completed form to the concerned officer.
  7. The applicant has to pay the prescribed fee as requested by the authority.
  8. After receiving the application, the concerned authority will check the submitted application and document set. If all are in place, the application will be accepted.
  9. Then the application will be processed further.
  10. Also, the AME must pass a renewal exam to demonstrate that they have the knowledge and skills required for aircraft maintenance.
  11. Once the process gets completed, the applicant gets a call from the office regarding the application.
  12. The applicant will get the license through mail or by visiting the office.
  13. This entire process can be completed within 30 days or as per the timeline advised by the respective department authority.


Apply by mail

  1. To Apply for renewal of a Valid AME License, the applicant has to approach the CIVIL AVIATION AUTHORITY link
  2. An application form will be provided to the applicant by the concerned officer.
  3. The applicant has to fill in all the necessary details in the application form. (Incomplete applications are not accepted)
  4. Make sure that the applicant has attached all the necessary documents that are mentioned in the “Required Documents” section of this page.
  5. The applicant has to attach the photocopies of the required documents along with the application form while submitting.
  6. Submit all the documents with the completed form to the concerned office mailing address.
  7. The mailing address is mentioned in the “Office Locations & Contacts” section of this page.
  8. The applicant has to pay the prescribed fee as requested by the authority.
  9. After receiving the application, the concerned authority will check the submitted application and document set. If all are in place, the application will be accepted.
  10. Then the application will be processed further.
  11. Also, the AME must pass a renewal exam to demonstrate that they have the knowledge and skills required for aircraft maintenance.
  12. Once the process gets completed, the applicant gets a call from the office regarding the application.
  13. The applicant will get the license through mail or by visiting the office.
  14. This entire process can be completed within 30 days or as per the timeline advised by the respective department authority.


Apply by email

  1. To Apply for renewal of a Valid AME License, the applicant has to approach the CIVIL AVIATION AUTHORITY link
  2. An application form will be provided to the applicant by the concerned officer.
  3. The applicant has to fill in all the necessary details in the application form. (Incomplete applications are not accepted)
  4. Make sure that the applicant has attached all the necessary documents that are mentioned in the “Required Documents” section of this page.
  5. The applicant has to attach the photocopies of the required documents along with the application form while submitting.
  6. Submit all the documents with the completed form to the concerned office email ID -
  7. The applicant has to pay the prescribed fee as requested by the authority.
  8. After receiving the application, the concerned authority will check the submitted application and document set. If all are in place, the application will be accepted.
  9. Then the application will be processed further.
  10. Also, the AME must pass a renewal exam to demonstrate that they have the knowledge and skills required for aircraft maintenance.
  11. Once the process gets completed, the applicant gets a call from the office regarding the application.
  12. The applicant will get the license through mail or by visiting the office.
  13. This entire process can be completed within 30 daysor as per the timeline advised by the respective department authority.



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Required DocumentsEdit

  • Application form
  • Passport size photographs
  • Copy of passport
  • Examination result
  • AME license
  • Training certificate
  • Any other documents (if required)



Office Locations & ContactsEdit

CIVIL AVIATION AUTHORITY – SOUTH AFRICA
Midrand Office
Khaya Lokundiza, Building 16
Treur Close, Waterfall Park
Bekker Street, Midrand
Tel: 0860 267 435
E-mail: [email protected]
International Tel: +27 860 267 435

Postal Address:
Private Bag X 73, Halfway House 1685

Southern Region Office
North Wing, 2nd Floor
Oval Business Park, Freight Road
Cape Town International Airport 7525
Contact Centre: 0860 267 435
Tel: 021 – 934 4744
Fax: 021 – 934 1326

Postal Address
PO Box 174, Cape Town International Airport 7525

Midrand office link
Southern Region Office link



EligibilityEdit

  • Any AME license holder who intends to Apply for Renewal of AME License is eligible to make this application.



FeesEdit

  • The applicant has to pay the prescribed fee as requested by the authority.



ValidityEdit

  • The validity of the license is 2 years.



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Sample DocumentsEdit

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Processing TimeEdit

  • This entire process can be completed within 30 – 40 days or as per the timeline advised by the respective department authority.



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InstructionsEdit

  • Applicants must complete the application form before submitting it. Incomplete applications will not be accepted.
  • Applicants must provide genuine information while applying for this procedure.



Required InformationEdit

  • Aircraft Maintenance Engineer/ Aircraft Maintenance Organisation License number
  • Passport Number/ID number
  • Other particulars of the applicant
  • Contact details and Email address
  • Name and contact details of present Employer
  • Payment receipt number/Transaction ID
  • Signatory’s name



Need for the DocumentEdit

  • The renewal of a valid Aircraft Maintenance Engineer (AME) license in South Africa is the process of obtaining a license from the South African Civil Aviation Authority (SACAA) that permits the holder to certify and release aircraft for flight after maintenance or repair work has been completed.



Information which might helpEdit

  • For more information link



Other uses of the Document/CertificateEdit

Please explain what are other uses of obtaining this document/certificate.
e.g. Birth Certificate can be used as proof of identity.



External LinksEdit

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OthersEdit

  • Having a valid AME license in South Africa is a requirement for individuals who wish to work as aircraft maintenance engineers in the aviation industry.