Registration Process

Become an SPLM member and be part of a united, inclusive and stronger South Sudan.

A Simple 6-Step Process

Register, get a temporary card, complete biometrics at a station, then collect your permanent card when notified.

  1. 1

    Apply & Provide Details

    Fill in your personal and membership details online or with a registration agent.

  2. 2

    Review & Approval

    Your branch reviews and approves your application and issues your membership number.

  3. 3

    Temporary Card

    Receive a temporary membership card to use until your permanent card is ready.

  4. 4

    Station Biometric Capture

    Visit an authorised registration station for photo and fingerprint capture. Members abroad verify online.

  5. 5

    Await Card Collection

    Your permanent card is printed. You will be notified in your member account when it is ready to collect.

  6. 6

    Collect Your Card

    Collect your card at your branch. It carries an expiry date set by the party structure and must be renewed.

Step-by-Step Details

Tap a step to see exactly what happens and what you need to do.

1. Apply & Provide Details
  • Apply online from the 'Become a Member' button, or ask a registration agent at your branch to fill it in with you.
  • Enter your full name, sex, date of birth, profession, phone and email.
  • Choose your State, County, Payam, Boma and branch, and your membership category.
  • Choose how you'll do biometrics: at a station, or online if you live abroad.
  • Give your consent and submit. You receive a reference number — keep it.
2. Review & Approval
  • Your branch officers check your details.
  • If something needs fixing, you'll see 'Needs correction' in your account with a note.
  • Once approved, your unique SPLM membership number (SPLM-YYYY-XXXXXX) is issued.
3. Temporary Card
  • A temporary card is issued with your membership number.
  • Use it to prove membership until your permanent card is ready.
  • It has a short validity and is replaced by the permanent card.
4. Station Biometric Capture
  • Visit an authorised registration station with your ID (if you have one) and reference number.
  • The officer takes your photo and fingerprints.
  • Members abroad: sign in, take a live selfie, a photo of your ID and a short video. A reviewer verifies them.
5. Await Card Collection
  • Your permanent card is printed with a digital serial.
  • Track progress anytime in your member account ('My membership').
  • You'll be notified in your account when the card is ready to collect.
6. Collect Your Card
  • Go to your branch with your temporary card or reference number.
  • Sign for your card on collection.
  • Your card shows an expiry date set by the party structure. Keep dues paid (you can pay several years at once) and renew before expiry.

What You Need

Have the following ready to ensure a smooth registration process.

Valid Identification

National ID, passport or other recognised ID.

Personal Information

Full name, date of birth and contact details.

Biometric Registration

Fingerprint capture at an authorised centre.

Recent Photograph

A clear, recent passport-style photo (if required).

Frequently Asked Questions

Quick answers to common questions about the registration process.