| 3rd South African Infantry Division | |
|---|---|
&sq=Google&lang=en&file=File:UDFparade.jpg) South African infantry on parade prior to the Union of South Africa's entry into World War II | |
| Active | 23 October 1940 – 17 May 1943 |
| Disbanded | 4 April 1942 (re-designated as 3rd Arm Div) |
| Country |  South Africa |
| Allegiance | Allied forces of World War II |
| Branch |  South African Army |
| Type | Infantry |
| Size | Division |
| Garrison/HQ | Pretoria and later Ermelo |
| Commanders | |
| Until re-designation as 3rd Arm Div | Major General Hermanus Botha |
| Insignia | |
| Identification symbol | &sq=Google&lang=en&file=File:3rd_SA_div.svg) |
The South African 3rd Infantry Division was an infantry division of the South African Army during World War II.