PAIA Forms 2 & 3

PAIA Forms 2 & 3

Under South Africa’s Promotion of Access to Information Act (PAIA), everyone has the right to request information held by private companies. Use PAIA Form 2 to request records, and we’ll respond with Form 3 to let you know if access is granted and any fees that apply.

  • PAIA Form 2 – Request for Access to Records: Used by individuals or organisations to request access to records held by our company.

 

  • PAIA Form 3 – Response and Fees: Completed by our company in response to a Form 2 request, indicating whether access has been granted or denied, along with any applicable fees.

 

FAQs

1. What is PAIA?


The Promotion of Access to Information Act (PAIA), 2000 protects your right to access information held by private companies in South Africa.

2. What is PAIA Form 2?


Form 2 is the Request for Access to Records. Anyone can use it to request information or documents held by our company.

3. How do I submit a PAIA Form 2 request?

  • Complete the form with your details and the record you want to access.
  • Submit it to Alu-Cab.
  • Include any required supporting documents.

4. What happens after I submit Form 2?


Alu-Cab reviews your request and completes PAIA Form 3, which communicates whether access is granted or denied and lists any fees.

5. Are there fees for accessing records?


Yes. Any applicable fees will be outlined in Form 3 before access is provided.

6. How long does it take to get a response?


We respond within the timeframes prescribed by PAIA, usually 30 days from receipt of your request.