The year 2020 introduced globally two words into our daily vocabulary “pandemic” and “lockdown”. Yet, South Africa is the only democratic country that adopted a third: “backlog” and the latter outlasted its own definition to the extent of becoming the blanket...
The validity of visas issued in terms of section 18 or in terms of section 11(6) of the Immigration Act on the basis of a spousal relationship (by marriage and/or life-partnership) with a South African citizen or permanent resident relies on the continued existence of...
Stringent travel regulations for foreign minors were once again a central topic at a conference held by the Southern Africa Tourism Services Association (SATSA) in Pretoria from 23-25 July. Since Home Affairs Minister Malusi Gigaba’s implementation of the requirement...
Many foreigners only become aware of the severe consequences of having overstayed the validity of their visas upon departing South Africa when they are declared undesirable persons in terms of the Immigration Act. Based on the duration of the overstay a foreigner...
Has your application been rejected? A South African visa or permit application outcome may be positive (where the visa or permit is issued) or it may be negative. Negative outcomes are required to be communicated in formal Notices which must also set out the reasons...
