My Green Card
The My Green Card is available exclusively to South African residents of Cape Town. It offers fantastic value!
The My Green Card provides the holder with 12 free entries into any of the Table Mountain National Park’s pay points:
- Cape of Good Hope (Cape Point)
- Boulders Penguin Colony
- Oudekraal
- Silvermine
- Tokai and Newlands braai and picnic areas
When buying a card – you will need R212 for the card, a South African ID document, 2 ID photographs, and proof of residence that you live in Cape Town (in your name and not older than 3 months).
View/Download the My Green Card Application Form
Permits for specific recreational activities (dog walking, cycling, fishing, crayfishing, etc.) and/or permits for commercial purposes (special events, filming, photography, tour guiding, etc.) are not included when purchasing a My Green Card and must be obtained separately.
FAQ
Where can I buy My Green Card?
- Tokai Plantation Office, Tokai Road, Tokai (if using Google Maps, enter “Tokai Wild Card Sales Office” as your destination and you will be directed to the front door)
- Telephone: +27 (0)21 712 7471
- Operating Hours: Monday to Friday, 08:00 – 15:45 (closed between 12:30 – 13:00 for lunch)
What do I need to bring with me when buying My Green Card?
Payment is R212 for the card – card payment only – no cash accepted.
Plus
A South African ID document which reflects as SA ID number or SA drivers licence that reflects as SA ID number or SA passport with SA ID number and 2 ID photographs of yourself (colour or black and white are accepted) and proof of residence that you live in Cape Town (not older than three months) in your name.
The requirement is that you present a paper copy of such proof of residence on arrival at the sales office. The original will be returned to you once a copy has been made. It is not sufficient to display proof of residence from your phone as the application form needs the proof of residence attached to it for audit purposes and to prevent fraud.
If you wish to email the proof of residence to the sales office team you can do so however the email must arrive in the Inbox of the staff member assisting you, and be printed before the sale can be processed. Please ensure you have data and signal if you wish to email the proof of residence on arrival as there is no WIFI on site.
You may email proof of address in advance to [email protected]. Please put your surname in the subject line or the SANParks email server will block the message.
Must the ID photos be printed on photo paper?
The photos must be printed on photo-quality paper. We do not accept photocopies of photographs.
May I bring friends and family along when using My Green Card?
Yes! The cardholder is welcome to bring along friends/family. A maximum of six (6) SA citizens may be clipped off the card on any given day – five (5) South African Citizens and the cardholder. Proof of ID will be required to be produced by all adults.
Please note: each guest brought in on the My Green Card (in addition to the main card holder) will be clipped as an entry on the card.
Must I present my actual ID book when using My Green Card?
When presenting a My Green Card at a TMNP pay point you will asked to present your ID book or driver’s licence. It must be the original document and cannot be a copy that is on your smartphone. Remember every adult entering with you on the My Green Card will also need to present a South African ID or a South African driver’s licence.
When can I buy another My Green Card?
When the expiry date on the card has passed you can purchase a new My Green Card.
For example if the expiry date is 24 July then you qualify to buy a new card on the day after the expiry date, ie. 25 July.
May I renew the card once the 12 entries have been used?
You are only allowed one card per 12 months (one year). Once your 12 entries have been used, you may reapply after the relapse of the 12-month period or purchase a SANParks Wild Card.
What do I need to renew My Green Card?
Two ID photos, your ID book and proof of residence in Cape Town (no older than three months).
How long before I get My Green Card after application?
It will be issued to you immediately.
Can the My Green Card be used in lieu of conservation fees for Table Mountain National Park accommodation?
No.
Is the My Green Card clipped per entry or per person entering?
A My Green Card is clipped per person entering on the card, hence a clip for the cardholder and an additional clip for each person entering with him. Note the maximum entry is set up as the cardholder and five South African citizens. A maximum of six clips may be used per entry.
Is My Green Card replaceable if lost or stolen?
No, it is not replaceable and you cannot purchase another one until the 12-month validity period has expired.
Can I use a PO Box as proof of address?
No, we need proof of physical street address.
Can I use my husband’s or wife’s proof of address?
No, the address you use as proof must specifically list your name. The proof may however be for something that is addressed to Mr and Mrs ABC. Such as a rates account.
What do I do if I don’t own the property I live at but lease it?
You can use a lease as proof of address provided the lease is in your name.
Can I use a bank statement as proof of residence?
Yes, provided it reflects your address.
What if my adult child lives at home and does not have proof of address?
A parent can make an affidavit witnessed by a commissioner of oaths (the easiest place to do this is at a Police Station) that the adult child lives at home and attach a copy of their rates account as proof of residence.
How old must I be to buy a My Green Card?
Can I use a My Green Card at West Coast National Park?
No.
Can I use the My Green Card to enter to walk my dog, cycle, horse ride or fish?
No. The My Green Card does not cover entries for activities. Entry for activities is on an annual or day Activity Permit bought at the gate.