Relatives Permit – Immigration South Africa

This category of permit may be issued to a foreign national who is a member of the immediate family of a South African citizen or permanent resident within the first degree of kinship i.e. a father, mother or child and this will include a biological or judicially adopted child or adoptive parents.

Eligibility and Requirements

Applicants must prove the familial relationship through official documentation. As a first-degree relative to a citizen or permanent resident, you are eligible to apply for this permit which facilitates residence in South Africa based on family ties.

Please note that ongoing compliance with the Act is required to maintain your status.