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Become an
Personal Member

Join the premier professional body for mobile device repairers, technicians, and industry professionals in South Africa. Elevate your career, gain industry recognition, and access continuous professional development.

South African Mobile Devices Distributors
and Repairers Association

KYC & Prerequisites

Before applying for any membership plan, your base profile must have the following KYC (Know Your Customer) updates completed.

Proof of Identity

Certified copy of your valid ID, Passport, or Permit alongside the document number. A selfie is optional but recommended.

Physical Address

Update your current physical address on the portal to accurately reflect your operational or residential base.

Qualifications

Upload copies of relevant ICT or repair certifications (Maximum of 3 for each category) to establish your baseline skills.

Code of Conduct

Agreement to adhere to the SAMDDRA ethical guidelines and industry standards upon creation of your profile.

Step-by-Step Application Process

Follow these simple steps to create your profile, establish your individual membership space, and unlock access to designations.

1

Create a Profile

Navigate to the SAMDDRA portal and select SIGN IN / REGISTER. Provide basic details (First Name, Last Name, Email, Password) to establish a base profile.

*You do not need an active membership to simply hold a profile.*

2

Complete KYC

Before applying, you must update your profile with your ID details, physical address, and required qualification documentation. Ensure all mandatory KYC information is submitted and verified.

3

Select Plan & Apply

Navigate to the Membership tab and select your preferred plan (Affiliate, Ordinary, or Technical). Review the plan requirements and submit your application for board review and processing.

4

Approval & Status

Your application will initially reflect as PENDING. Once approved, you will be prompted to pay your annual membership fee to fully activate your membership space and unlock all benefits.

Important Rules & FAQ

When does my membership expire?

Personal memberships strictly expire on the 31st of December every year. By January, you should be fully renewed under normal circumstances.

How do renewals work?

The standard renewal time is any time within your active membership. During renewal, you must upload valid Continuous Professional Development (CPD) records. If incomplete or false, membership may be terminated.

Can I downgrade my plan?

No. You cannot downgrade your package upon renewal. For instance, Technical members cannot drop to Ordinary, and Ordinary members cannot drop to Affiliate.

What happens if my membership is terminated?

If a user's membership is terminated or expires without standard renewal, and they wish to return, they must pay an application fee in addition to the standard membership cost.

Ready to advance your career?

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