South African law sets strict time limits for submitting RAF claims.
Standard Claims
You must submit your claim within 3 years from the date of the accident if the responsible driver is known.
Hit-and-Run Accidents
If the responsible driver cannot be identified, the claim must be lodged within 2 years.
After Lodging a Claim
Once a valid claim is lodged, you generally have up to 5 years from the accident date to issue summons if the RAF has not settled.
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