For spouses of South African citizens who have held a spousal visa for 5+ years. Grants permanent residence status and the right to live and work indefinitely.
Valid for at least 30 days beyond intended stay
Tip: Ensure at least 2 blank pages
Recent passport-sized photos (35x45mm)
Tip: White background, no glasses
Must be less than 6 months old
From every country lived in for 12+ months since age 18
Tip: Must be recent, most expire after 6 months
Must be less than 6 months old
Issued by a registered medical practitioner
Tip: Use the prescribed DHA medical report form
Must be less than 6 months old
Chest X-ray for TB screening
Must be less than 6 months old
Current unabridged marriage certificate from DHA
Tip: Must be an unabridged version showing both parties' details
Certified copy of SA spouse's ID
Certified copies of spousal visas held during the 5-year period
Required if from an endemic country
Tip: Check WHO list for endemic countries
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