The Different Ways in Which to Register for an e-Tag

As South Africans, we are all aware of the controversy that surrounds e-Tolls and the cost they bring to commuters. Although the monthly fee is not exorbitant, many road users feel that they are being cheated – especially since salaries and petrol levies are taxed in the name of ‘road maintenance and SANRAL’. Added to your existing costs of vehicle insurance and other monthly payments, an added cost is the last thing that any local driver hopes for. However, as the noise surrounding these highway eyesores gets louder, it is becoming more popular to register for an e-Tag.

SANRAL, in an effort to boost commuter morale, have taken the liberty of adding an e-Toll booth in every second shopping mall, which makes it simple to sign up and register for their tags. Growing demand also means that there are bound to be queues, which very few people have time to endure. Thankfully, the South African public has also been given the opportunity to order their tags online, which streamlines the process. Regardless of your approach to politics and the local economy, a tag could save you a substantial sum of money at the end of each month. Here is how you go about registering for an e-Tag:

Firstly, What is an e-Tag?

Designed to record your road activity on Gauteng’s highways, an e-Tag is a small electronic device that is fitted to the inside of your vehicle, either on the top of your windscreen or on your dashboard. The tag is linked to both your number plate and your e-Toll account which is either payable monthly or, if you would rather avoid monthly payments, you can credit the device with a certain amount of money each month. As you drive through an e-Toll, the relevant money will be debited off of the device’s credit.

Where Can I Sign Up?

Forget about queues, and think about quick and efficient service! You will be able to sign up for an e-Tag and an e-Toll account at one of the following:

• Checkers,
• Pick ‘n Pay,
• Shoprite, or
• e-Toll Customer Service Outlets,
• Order online at sanral.co.za.

You will also need the following documents to ensure that you are able to sign up for an e-Toll account:

• Valid ID and contact details,
• Physical and postal address,
• Vehicle Papers,
• Payment details – bank account, credit card details or cash.

How Do I Register?

Signing up and registering for an e-Tag are the same thing. Once you’ve signed up, you will need to register your e-Tag before you can start using it. It might take one or two days before the little device starts charging you for your commute, but by the end of the month, you’re sure to be e-Toll compliant.

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Summary

With e-Tolls quickly becoming a large part of every commuter’s day, it is best to register for an e-Tag. Not only will this ensure that you avoid a hefty toll at the end of every month but it will also ensure that you are privy to a large discount on your monthly fee. Take a look at the different ways in which to register for an e-tag.

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