Did you remember to add your spouse as a dependent?

Did you remember to add your spouse as a dependent?

24th November 2025
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Getting married is an exciting time in one’s life but there’s one important thing to remember!

Remember even if you are married through a civil or customary marriage, make sure you add your spouse as dependant!

What is the definition of customary marriage according to South African law?

In terms of South African Law, the definition for customary marriage is: “one that is tariff, celebrated or concluded according to any of the systems of indigenous law which exist in South Africa”.

What is the definition of a spouse according to our Rules?

In terms of our Rules, the definition of a spouse is:

“The person to whom the member is married in terms of any law or custom.”

Do I have to add my spouse within a specific time after getting married? 

Yes, you need to add your spouse within 30 days after getting married. If you don’t, waiting periods may apply, which means that your spouse won’t be able to use certain benefits for a period.

Did you know?

A spouse who is younger than 21, pays adult contributions!

To add your spouse, we’ll need the following documents from you:

Civil marriage Customary marriage
  • Membership Application form

Download form from our website (www.platinumhealth.co.za) or request it from our Client Liaison officers.

When you complete this form, insert your date of marriage in the section where we ask what the join date should be. This will ensure that you spouse is covered by the Scheme from your date of marriage!
  • Membership Application form

Download the form from the website (www.platinumhealth.co.za) or request it from Client Liaison.

When you complete this form, insert your date of marriage in the section where we ask what the join date should be. This will ensure that you spouse is covered by the scheme from your date of marriage!
We will also need:

  • Marriage certificate
  • Spouse’s ID document
  • Document from the Marriage Officer confirming your marriage.
  • Proof of your spouse’s previous medical scheme.

 

 We will also need:

  • Lobola agreement letter or
  • Letter from the Chief confirming your customary marriage
  • Spouse’s ID document
  • An Affidavit confirming your customary marriage.
  • Proof of your spouse’s previous medical scheme.

Submit the documents to us via any of the following channels: 

  • Employee Services Walk-in Centre at your workplace
  • Employee Benefits (EB) office at your workplace
  • Human Resources (HR) office at your workplace
  • Client Liaison Officer/office in your area.

Need assistance?

Call our Client Liaison Call Centre:

Tel: 014 590 1700 or 080 000 6942 OR

E-mail: phclientliaison@platinumhealth.co.za

Or talk to a Client Liaison Officer in your area.

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