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Important Notice

You do not need to wait until you have every document before submitting your intake form.

Many South African government departments can take weeks, months, or longer to issue documents. If you are missing any documents listed below, we recommend applying for them as soon as possible and keeping all receipts, reference numbers, and proof of application.

The documents below are provided as a general guide. Not every applicant will need every document. Additional documents may be requested depending on your individual circumstances.

Commonly Required Documents

• South African ID Guide
• South African Passport Guide
• Birth Certificate Guide
• Unabridged Birth Certificate Guide
• Marriage Certificate Guide
• Unabridged Marriage Certificate Guide
• Divorce Decree Guide
• Death Certificate Guide
• Children's Birth Certificate Guide
• Name Change Documentation Guide

Family And Children Scenarios

• Custody Orders Guide
• Parenting Plans Guide
• Adoption Orders Guide
• Guardianship Orders Guide
• Minor Child Consent Documentation Guide
• Parents Travelling At Different Times Guide
• When One Parent Does Not Join Resettlement Guide

Special Circumstances

• SAPS Police Clearance Guide
• Criminal Record Documentation Guide
• SAPS Service Records Guide
• Military Service Records Guide
• Dual Citizenship Documentation Guide
• Foreign Citizenship Documentation Guide
• Foreign Spouse Documentation Guide
• Foreign Marriage Documentation Guide
• Foreign Divorce Documentation Guide
• Foreign Police Clearance Guide
• Permanent Residence Documentation Guide
• Refugee Or Asylum Documentation Guide

Need Help?

If you are unsure whether a document applies to your situation, submit your intake form and provide as much information as possible. Additional guidance may be provided based on your individual circumstances.