SOUTH AFRICAN CITIZENSHIP

Applying for South African citizenship, whether through naturalisation or descent (birth), requires a clear understanding of the South African citizenship laws. Retention and resumption of citizenship, even more so.

We offer holistic solutions for those who hope to attain South African Citizenship, the retention of their South African Citizenship or surrender their South African Citizenship and various other issues about dual Citizenship.

CITIZENSHIP THROUGH NATURALISATION

South African Citizenship provides many benefits to foreign nationals who want to live permanently in the country while enjoying all the civic and legal rights and responsibilities of being a national citizen.

As a South African Citizen, you will have the right to vote in the country, obtain a passport that allows you visa-free access to many travel destinations in Africa, and have the natural right to live in one of the most beautiful countries in the world.

Fortunately, for foreign nationals, there are no stringent additional requirements regarding cultural tests that need to be taken to qualify for Citizenship through Nationalisation, except for an English language proficiency requirement. This makes South African Citizenship through Naturalisation a simpler process for foreign national applicants who have held Permanent Residency in the country for the prescribed period.

Marriage certificate (if applicable).

DOCUMENTS REQUIRED TO APPLY FOR SOUTH AFRICAN CITIZENSHIP

Proof of permanent residence or exemption.

Divorce decree (if applicable).

Confirmation for dual citizenship from your country of origin/birth.

Police clearance from country or countries of present nationalities.

South African non-citizen ID.

Letter confirming acceptance of dual nationality.

CITIZENSHIP THROUGH NATURALISATION

Applicants must undergo an English language test and the proof of language proficiency must be included in the application for consideration. Successful applicants are also required to attend a compulsory induction seminar and a Naturalisation ceremony.

WHY US?

Although the eligibility for Citizenship proves to be simple, the application process may become complex, it is advisable to seek guidance from immigration specialists. We are solution-driven and have extensive experience in the complexities of streamlining South African Citizenship applications.