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Immigration Law

Understanding South Africa's Immigration Act, regulations, and legal framework

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Immigration Law16 min

Adjudication & Rejection Patterns - South Africa Immigration

Understanding how the Department of Home Affairs (DHA) adjudicates visa applications and the common reasons for rejection is critical for immigration practitioners and applicants. South Africa proc...

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Appeals & Review Process - South Africa Immigration

When a visa or permit application is refused by the Department of Home Affairs (DHA), the applicant has several avenues of recourse. Understanding the appeals process is critical for practitioners ...

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Enforcement & Compliance - South Africa Immigration

1. Identification as an illegal foreigner

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Immigration Act 13 of 2002

The Immigration Act 13 of 2002 is the primary legislation governing immigration in South Africa. It provides for the regulation of admission of persons to, their residence in, and their departure f...

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Landmark Court Cases in South African Immigration Law

South Africa's immigration law has been profoundly shaped by its judiciary, particularly the Constitutional Court and the High Courts. The Constitution of the Republic of South Africa, 1996, is the...

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