FAQ: Recent court triumph by the DA regarding citizenship retention and its critical importance
The Democratic Alliance’s Case: In an effort to uphold the constitutionality of South Africa’s citizenship laws, the Democratic Alliance
Apostilles and Documents
Obtaining ancestral records in South Africa
Tracing one’s roots and unravelling the mysteries of ancestral heritage has become a passion for many individuals seeking to understand
China joins the Apostille Convention
On May 8, 2023, China took a momentous step toward simplifying the utilisation of foreign documents within its borders by
How to obtain SAQA verification letters
If you are planning to study or work abroad, you may need to obtain a verification letter from the South
How long does it take to get an apostille from DIRCO?
Knowing your way around the legalisation of official documents is imperative for success if you want to move or travel
Service delays expected for obtaining documents from Pretoria High Court
Sometimes, documents must be sent to the High Court for an apostille or attestation before being legally used outside of
Department of International Relations and Cooperation: Everything you need to know about DIRCO
The Department of International Relations and Cooperation (DIRCO) is a government department responsible for the country’s foreign policy and diplomatic
Apostilles for old documents: How old can my documents be to receive an apostille stamp?
An apostille certificate is a specialised certificate attached to your original documents to verify their legitimacy and authenticity so they
South African citizenship: Retention and renunciation
If you are a South African taking up new citizenship abroad, you will either have to renounce your SA citizenship
Abridged vs. unabridged birth certificates
South African birth certificates indicate the names of both parents of a child, but this was not always the case.