Lorna.SA
English expat in South Africa
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English
Lives in Johannesburg
Registration: 22 March 2012
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Commissioner for Oaths in South Africa by RustyRichy
Hello I would like to know if there is a Commissioner for Oaths in South Africa to sign the "OATH OF ALLEGIANCE" for Maltese Citizenship ? and does anyone know if there would be a fee involved ? Kind Regards
Any police station, doctor or bank can help you will a commissioner of oath and will certify a true copy or sign a declaration for free. If you need documents attested / translated thats a different story Read More
foreign marriage law in south africa by yolandar
necessary documents needed to get married in south africa as a foriegner
A foreigner marrying a South African will require valid passport, valid visa even if tourist visa and a certificate of non impediment from your country of origin in english (certificate saying you are unmarried) Read More
General working visa (South Africa) by Lou b 89
Hi, My girlfriend is currently in the process of getting an intra company visa to work in South Africa. I will only be able to get a general work permit. I have been offered a job in Cape Town as a recruitment consultant. My question is, is it ...
Hi I know it is a crazy system but it is what it is. You can't get a pemit without an offer and no employer will wait 1 year. Some employers because of this will employ you if you have applied but it does not make it any more legal. Unfortunatly ... Read More
General working visa (South Africa) by Lou b 89
Hi, My girlfriend is currently in the process of getting an intra company visa to work in South Africa. I will only be able to get a general work permit. I have been offered a job in Cape Town as a recruitment consultant. My question is, is it ...
It is illegal to work without a permit or to employ someone but it can take upwards of a year to obtain a work permit . One friend is now waiting for about 19 months . Some companies will however overlook this if you have applied and are waiting. ... Read More
Renewing Life Partner Visa South Africa by ladybird80
Hi, I am wondering if anybody have successfully renewed a life partner visa in SA? If so what documents do I need to re-supply? My first visa took 16 months to come through (mess up by Home Affairs) so I am thinking I better start getting my ...
Hi we are busy renewign my husbands permit . Basically you need to resubmit all the original paperwork together with new medical reports and police clearance etc. Process is a little quicker for a renewal with mnay of our friedns receivign them ... Read More
A complicated story by NotAName
Or rather not! A short question regarding a visitor's/tourist visa not exceeding 90 days: My partner and I plan on applying for Life Partner Permit. Unfortunately we could not do this in my country of origin, so it shall be done on a ...
Hi omitting the return ticket is not a good idea they asked for my now husbands and a cash deposit. Note the cash deposit will only be returned when you permanently return to your country of origin or when you become a South African permanent ... Read More
Driving License by dipayanSen
Hi all, Can a foreigner take the driving test in South Africa? What are the formalities to get a driverÂ’s licence in South Africa? Do you need special or extra documents being an expatriate? How much does it cost? Thanks!! Dan
Yes you can get a licence and yes you do need extra documents. If you need to buy a car or apply for a licence the first step is a traffic register number. You will apply for at most traffic departments(Randburg is fairly pain free). You will need ... Read More
LPP - apply in UK or SA?? by debi13
Does anyone have any advice on whether to apply for LPP in the UK before moving or in SA after moving over (whilst on a 90 visa)? Any help and advice greatly appreciated!!! Thanks
My husbands finally came through some 8 months later and that was with an immigration company and us following up weekly.A friend of ours recently brought his wife and child over applying in their home country and it took less than 3 weeks. The ... Read More
immigration visa by fagamoto1
I am Married to a South African Resident, of British origin. Do i require a Visa to live with my Husband in SDouth Africa ??
Hi Parvez from India it looks like you can come in on a 90 day tourist visa if you are just coming in and out to explore trading partners. Should you need to stay longer or want to reside here and start a business you need a work permit. The ... Read More
New to Jo'burg area from UK :-) by damon.shurville
Hi Everyone, I have recently moved from Berkshire, UK here to Sandton, Johannesburg and am looking to grow both my social and work networks. Socially I am into Touch Rugby, Scuba Diving, Baseball, Formula1 and socialising. From a business ...
Hi Damon and welcome to Joburg. It's a big change from the UK but never once regretted it. Lots to do but unlike CT and Dbn we don't have the sea and you need transport. Dbn is too humid and the CT winter is horrible -cold, windy and wet. It takes a ... Read More
Pregnancy in Johannesburg by Christine
Hi, could you please share advice and tips about pregnancy in Johannesburg? Who are the best gynecologists for pregnancy follow-ups? Which hospitals or clinics would you recommend to give birth in Johannesburg? Thanks a lot in advance ...
I presume you have medical aid as i would not recommend giving birth at a state hospital. Sandton and Olivedale Clinic are really good and has plenty of Gynaes. Mine is Gramham Naylor at Sandton Clinic a little pricey but he is very good with ... Read More