PERMANENT RESIDENCE PERMIT

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PERMANENT RESIDENCE PERMIT

Applications for permanent residency in South Africa are considered in terms of Section 26 (Direct Residency Permits) and Section 27 (Residency-on-Other-Grounds Permits) of the Immigration Act 13 of 2002 as amended and read with Regulation 33 of the Immigration Regulations.
In terms of granting Permanent Residency Permits, emphasis is placed on immigrants who are in a position to make a meaningful contribution to broadening the economic base of South Africa.

CATEGORIES OF PERMANENT RESIDENCE PERMITS

1. DIRECT RESIDENCE PERMITS – section 26 of the Act

This category of permit is applicable to foreigners who have been residing in South Africa on the basis of their work permits for a minimum period of five years, their spouses and also to dependents of South African citizens/permanent residence permit holders. The following categories qualify for this permit:

a) Has been a holder of a General Work Permit for 5 years;
b) Is Spouse Married for a minimum of Five Years to a South African Citizen or Permanent Residency;
c) Is a dependent of a South African Citizen or Permanent Residence holder under 18 years of age (minor)
d) Is a dependent of a South African Citizen or Permanent Residence holder over 21 years.

2. RESIDENCY-ON-OTHER-GROUNDS PERMITS – Section 27 of the Act

This category of permits applies to foreigners who:

a) Are in possession of a permanent work offer in South Africa; or
b) Have exceptional skills and qualifications;
c) Intend to establish a business in South Africa;
d) Qualify as Refugees in terms of Section 27(c) of the Refugees Act;
e) Qualify as retired persons;
f) Are financially independent; and
g) Are relatives (biologically or judicially adopted) of a South African citizen/permanent residence permit holder.


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