RAF 1 Form pdf download

This is a Form to be completed for claims for compensation under section 17 of the Road Accident Fund Act as prescribed in section. 24(1)(a) and regulation 7. b

What Is the RAF 1 Form?

The RAF 1 Form is the first step in submitting a claim to the Road Accident Fund. It captures essential details about the accident, the parties involved, and the injuries sustained. This form serves as the official record that initiates the RAF claims process.

The form can be used by:

• Drivers involved in an accident

• Passengers injured in a vehicle

• Pedestrians or cyclists injured due to a vehicle accident

How to Get the RAF 1 Form

1. Download Online
   You can download the RAF 1 Form from the official RAF website: https://www.raf.co.za.

2. Collect from RAF Offices
   Visit your nearest RAF office to collect a physical copy of the form.

3. Insurance Companies
   Some insurance providers may provide the form if your accident was reported through them.

How to Complete the RAF 1 Form

When filling out the RAF 1 Form, accuracy is critical. Here’s what you need to include:

1. Personal Details

   • Full name, surname, and contact information

   • ID number and residential address

2. Accident Details

   • Date, time, and location of the accident

   • Vehicles involved (make, model, registration number)

   • Description of how the accident occurred

3. Injury Details

   • Type of injuries sustained

   • Hospital or medical treatment received

   • Whether the accident caused temporary or permanent disability

4. Witness Information

   • Names and contact details of witnesses, if any

5. Declaration and Signature

   • Read the declaration carefully and sign to certify that the information provided is true

READ: How to Check Your Road Accident Fund (RAF) Claim Status Online

Submitting the RAF 1 Form

Once completed, submit the RAF 1 Form through one of the following methods:

• Online Submission via the RAF portal (if available)

• Email to the RAF claims department

• In Person at the nearest RAF office

• Via Post to the official RAF mailing address

After submission, the RAF will issue a claim reference number, which you should keep safe for tracking the progress of your claim.