If you want to travel abroad, you will likely need to submit an unabridged marriage certificate as part of your travel documentation. But there are also other reasons why you would need this certificate. Although many South Africans think obtaining these certificates is relatively quick and easy, it can take much longer than anticipated. In…
South Africans that get married or divorced must have these proceedings registered at Home Affairs. Once registered with the DHA, the unabridged marriage certificate or divorce decree can be used for an array of legal processes. However, failing to get your marriage or divorce registered at Home Affairs can lead to legal issues. The…
If you want to travel abroad, you will likely need to submit an unabridged marriage certificate as part of your travel documentation. But there are also other reasons why you would need this certificate. Although many South Africans think it’s relatively quick and easy to obtain these certificates, it can take much longer than expected…
Obtaining a South African birth or marriage certificate, however simple it might seem, can be a tedious and time-consuming process if you do not understand the steps involved and try to go at the process independently. The South African Department of Home Affairs (DHA) is responsible for issuing civic certificates such as birth, marriage, and…
Did you know that registering your marriage is a crucial step in preparing to get married? Before completing your vows, there are some essential things you need to do to ensure your marriage is legal. One of those important boxes to tick off your to-do list is to register your marriage in South Africa. Otherwise,…
Needing to change or keep a certain surname during marriage or divorce procedure is not always so simple. There are a number of possibilities on how this can be handled and a good deal of options available to you. Yet the authorities dealing with your case may not always act correctly, making managing your finances,…
