How do I apply for South African citizenship?
How to keep your South African citizenship. You will need to get a letter of retention, which is issued by the department of Home Affairs. To get this letter, you must complete the BI-529 and DHA BI-1664 forms and provide a copy of your current South African passport.
What is a DHA 154 form?
APPLICATION FOR BIRTH CERTIFICATE. [Births and Deaths Registration Act 51 of 1992] To be completed a full and submitted at the Department of Hame Affairs’affic or to A South African Ambassy or consulate.
What is a DHA 288 form?
DHA 24/LRB (notice of birth) Children born at a health facilities: DHA 24/PB (Proof of birth) / Children born at home: DHA 24PBA (Proof of Birth Affidavit) DHA 288 /A (Affidavit giving reasons for LRB) Biometrics (palm, foot or fingerprint) of the child to be registered. Fingerprints of parent/s.
What documents are required for citizenship application?
Bring the following documents to the appointment:
- Form I-551, Permanent Resident Card;
- Appointment notice; and.
- A second form of identification (driver’s license, passport, or state identification card). Your second form of identification must have your photograph on it.
Does SA allow dual citizenship?
Yes, it is possible for a South African Citizen to hold dual citizenship (be a citizen of more than one country). Under the South African Citizenship Act one is only able to retain your South African Citizenship if you apply for the retention of this before acquiring foreign citizenship.
What is the difference between an abridged and unabridged birth certificate?
Abridged birth certificates merely indicate the name and surname of a child’s mother. Unabridged birth certificates include the details of both the mother and the father.
How do I get an unabridged marriage certificate?
Any additional abridged copies or unabridged copies of the marriage certificate can be requested by:
- Completing Form BI-130 in black ink and submitting it to the nearest office of the Department of Home Affairs or to the nearest South African embassy, mission or consulate abroad.
- Paying the prescribed fee.
How do I remove my biological father from my birth certificate in South Africa?
You can apply to remove the name of the father incorrectly named as the father. BDM will waive the application fee in this instance. You’ll need to attach evidence that the father named on the certificate isn’t the child’s biological father.
What is a b1 31 form?
We complete the necessary document for foreign couples (BI-31 form – an affidavit confirming that the person is legally in SA for the wedding) The person signs this form on the day of the wedding.
How do I submit my citizenship application?
Apply for U.S. citizenship by submitting Form N-400, Application for Naturalization. This form is available to file online. There are exceptions and modifications to the naturalization requirements that are available to those who qualify. USCIS also provides accommodations for individuals with disabilities.