The South African government is poised to abolish a law that revokes citizenship from its nationals, marking a crucial win for thousands of affected individuals. New developments in the case for reinstatement of lost citizenship for thousands of South Africans promise a great victory for the Democratic Alliance and all South Africans abroad. Background on…
Living abroad as a South African, the concept of dual citizenship is likely to have crossed your mind or been a topic of conversation. Making the right decision for your circumstances involves understanding the intricacies of South African citizenship and the process of applying for dual citizenship. In this comprehensive guide, we will delve into…
Germany has long been admired for its rich cultural tapestry, economic prowess, and the allure of its historic cities. For South Africans with dreams of forging a life in Germany, the prospect of acquiring dual citizenship has been a distant hope due to Germany’s strict policies against it. However, there is a glimmer of optimism…
The Democratic Alliance’s Case: In an effort to uphold the constitutionality of South Africa’s citizenship laws, the Democratic Alliance (DA) initiated legal proceedings against the Department of Home Affairs. Specifically, their challenge focused on Section 6(1)(a) of the South African Citizenship Act 88 of 1995 (referred to as the Act), which the party deemed…
If you are a South African taking up new citizenship abroad, you will either have to renounce your SA citizenship or, in some cases you might be able to retain it. In this post, we explore South African citizenship retention and renunciation and when you should follow which process. Understanding the terms of your South…
We have had a number of clients enquiring about obtaining South African naturalisation certificates from the early 1900s through to the 1970s for their parents and grandparents as part of ancestral research or for applications for “citizenship by descent”. Usually, the need arises from some sort of ancestral visa application requirement or similar purpose. Clients are at…
South Africans taking up new citizenship abroad sometimes have to renounce their citizenship in SA. This is called renunciation of South African citizenship. The Department of Home Affairs issues these citizenship documents proving that you are no longer a South African citizen. Some countries require you to renounce any other citizenship before you obtain new…
If you currently live abroad and are considering taking up citizenship, you have to make an application to the Department of Home Affairs (or closest SA mission or consulate) to retain your South African citizenship. This is done through a process called retention of South African citizenship. If you apply for and obtain foreign (or…
