Section 6 of the South African Citizenship Act 88 of 1995 deals with the loss of South African Citizenship status and provides that if a South African Citizen, whilst not being a minor, by a voluntary and formal act acquires the citizenship or nationality of a country other than South Africa, they may lose their South African citizenship in certain circumstances.
Understanding the Process
It is important to understand the implications of acquiring dual nationality. While South Africa does allow dual citizenship, failing to obtain the necessary authorization from the Department of Home Affairs *prior* to a voluntary act of naturalization in another country can, in specific cases, lead to the unintended loss of South African citizenship.
We provide expert guidance on:
- Applying for retention of citizenship.
- Determining if you are at risk of losing your status.
- Navigating the laws surrounding voluntary and formal acts of naturalization.