hanskroll
Dutch expat in South Africa
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22
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About me
Dutch
Lives in Johannesburg
Speaks English, Dutch, German
Registration: 23 January 2014
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Need i apply for work permit even if i get married to south african? by Stevezoe
When I marry my long time South African girl friend later this year will I still need to apply to the South African Embassy in the UK for a work permit
Hi Steve, Changes are high that your endorsement to work will be granted if you submit a job offer with a SA employer. Turnaround times depend a little on the place of submission. If you submit through any of the missions overseas the turnaround ... Read More
Need i apply for work permit even if i get married to south african? by Stevezoe
When I marry my long time South African girl friend later this year will I still need to apply to the South African Embassy in the UK for a work permit
Hi steve, I work in this field. To answer your question, yes you need to apply for a so-called section 11(6) visa with endorsement to work. on this type of visa you can get an endorsement to work, study or conduct own business. Keep in mind in ... Read More
Permanent Resident, but no ID, yet.. by Senith
Hello fellow expats! I am a Filipina and just granted a PRP. I intend to travel (cross the border) soon and wondering if I "still" have to secure a Visa (as Filipino needs visa in most countries) or PRP certificate would be fine. Thank ...
To add to my previous message, you bring your Filipino passport together with your PRP certificate when you travel in and out. Read More
Permanent Resident, but no ID, yet.. by Senith
Hello fellow expats! I am a Filipina and just granted a PRP. I intend to travel (cross the border) soon and wondering if I "still" have to secure a Visa (as Filipino needs visa in most countries) or PRP certificate would be fine. Thank ...
Hi Senith, You are perfectly fine to travel out and in for as long as you bring along your PRP certificate at all times. You do not need a visa since you have now been granted permanent residence. Hope this helps. Hans Read More
Moving to Namibia: The whole immigration process by Debsienel
Hi all, I am a South African woman who is married to a man whose deceased mother was born in Namibia (have proof of this in her South African I.D book). It has always been our dream to move to and farm in Namibia. Now my questions are, how do we go ...
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Moving and working in Namibia by HeimZ
Hi everone I'm new to the forum, and relly glad i found this site. I am currently in Port Elizabeth South Africa. My fiance got a job in Namibia for 4 years. What do I need to do to apply for, to be able to stay with him in Namibia? Do I need a ...
Hi Geoff, I have forwarded your query to my colleague who is specialised on Namibia and will ask her to respond to you. What is your email address so I can ask her to email you. Regards, Hans Read More
Applying for a SA work permit at SAHC in UK by Sandman6
I have to return to the UK soon to make my work permit application at the South African High Commission in London. How many days does this normally take?
Indeed it is not a guarantee. I have been told it takes around 10 working days (2 weeks) but it might take longer / shorter. Read More
Applying for a SA work permit at SAHC in UK by Sandman6
I have to return to the UK soon to make my work permit application at the South African High Commission in London. How many days does this normally take?
Hi Rggirlywildcat, Obtaining your workpermit can be quite a process. Have you received a job-offer already from a South African employer? [Moderated: no free ad on the forum pls] Regards, Hans Kroll Read More
Applying for a SA work permit at SAHC in UK by Sandman6
I have to return to the UK soon to make my work permit application at the South African High Commission in London. How many days does this normally take?
Hi Sandman6, a workpermit application at the SAHC in London takes normally around 10 working days. Hope this helps. Kind regards, Hans Kroll Read More
Relocating from South Africa to Namibia - The whole process. by BrandonB
Hi, I need someone with good knowledge of the immigration process of moving from South Africa to Namibia. Thank You Brandon
Hi Brandon, A little information from my employer IBN Business & Immigration solutions on Namibia: Namibia is short of skilled professionals in a variety of sectors. There is currently shortages of Engineers required in mining and budding oil ... Read More
Moving and working in Namibia by HeimZ
Hi everone I'm new to the forum, and relly glad i found this site. I am currently in Port Elizabeth South Africa. My fiance got a job in Namibia for 4 years. What do I need to do to apply for, to be able to stay with him in Namibia? Do I need a ...
Hi everyone, I agree that Namibia is a wonderful country. I traveled there twice and had a wonderful time. I believe you create your own experience with the attitude you have towards others. Anyway, if your partner has a job and workpermit you can ... Read More
Becoming a south african and working by LukePistorius
Hi, just trying to find some answers. I was born in Durban (1990) to a Dutch mother and a South African father (now he has become a Belgium) . I was put on my motherÂ’s passport, so I got a Dutch nationality. After 3 years we moved to Belgium, where ...
Hi Luke, I love living in South Africa. It is a country with so many faces. Although not everything good I do not intend to move back to Holland any time soon. However it is not always easy to find employment here especially as a foreign national. ... Read More
Options in South Africa for Spouse relatives on temp/perm visas! by club4ward
I currently live in south africa under a temporary spouse visa. Been married approaching ten years and been waiting for perm application for 4 years which was recently closed by immigration. I need to re-apply but this time would like assistance ...
Good luck with the application and if you need any help don't hesitate to contact me. Read More
Options in South Africa for Spouse relatives on temp/perm visas! by club4ward
I currently live in south africa under a temporary spouse visa. Been married approaching ten years and been waiting for perm application for 4 years which was recently closed by immigration. I need to re-apply but this time would like assistance ...
Hi, Sounds like a frustrating process. Why was your previous perm. application closed? Unfortunately your mother and son cannot come stay in South Africa based on your status until you are temporary. They however are allowed to visit (visitors ... Read More
Becoming a south african and working by LukePistorius
Hi, just trying to find some answers. I was born in Durban (1990) to a Dutch mother and a South African father (now he has become a Belgium) . I was put on my motherÂ’s passport, so I got a Dutch nationality. After 3 years we moved to Belgium, where ...
Hi Luke, Interesting family structure. I am Dutch living in Johannesburg for 7 years so if you wish we can also communicate in Dutch. Its difficult to give you a straight answer but I will try to give you at least some direction. However I do have ... Read More