What licence do I need for each type of event?

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MSA issues International, National, Regional, Club and Social competition licences, plus entrants', officials' and one-event licences (GCR 125). A licence is valid for events of its own status and lower (GCR 128).

Event	Minimum licence
South African National Championship event	National
Interprovincial / National Challenge event	Regional
Regional and club events	As endorsed on a Regional licence, or as set in the event regulations
International event (FIA, CIK, FIM calendar)	International, plus MSA permission to compete abroad

To get a licence (GCR 127):

be a paid-up member in good standing of an MSA-affiliated club or association;
sign MSA's online indemnity (a parent or guardian must sign for a minor);
meet the eligibility and age rules for the category (no exceptions to age rules);
where applicable, hold a current driver's licence (or learner's licence for navigators), unless the category allows juniors;
submit MSA's medical fitness form.

Licences run from issue to 31 December. A licence is invalid while you are suspended or disqualified, or if your road driver's licence is withdrawn (unless MSA re-authorises it).