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Silvana

@Silvana_Arocha

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Colombian expat in South Africa

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Colombian

Lives in Johannesburg

Speaks Spanish-English

Registration: 15 December 2010

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Silvana
Silvana_Arocha replied to a thread
7 years ago
Julien

New members of the South Africa forum, introduce yourself here – 2017 by Julien

Hi all, Newbie on the South Africa forum? Don’t know how to start? This thread is for you ;) We invite you to introduce yourself on this topic, to share with us your expat story if you are already living in the country, or to tell us more ...

Silvana

Join the group Latinos en SA on Facebook Read More

Silvana
Silvana_Arocha replied to a thread
10 years ago
ODAN

Recruitment/Hr consultancy/Job offering sites for south africa by ODAN

Hi All, I am a Graphic Designer by Profession. Living and working in Dubai. Is it possible getting job while you are not in south Africa? I heard it takes long for work permit? if so then employer maybe can hire someone else... DO anyone suggest ...

Silvana

Sorry Nicolas, I can't help you with that. I suggest you check online gumtree.co.za they have offerings there or the rental web sites. that's as much as I can do. Good luck Read More

Silvana
Silvana_Arocha replied to a thread
10 years ago
AliceLG

Life Parner Visa - Shared financial responsibility proof by AliceLG

Hello to all! This forum has been very helpful to me so far. I am French and engaged to a South African currently residing in Cape Town. We've been together 2 years now (approx) and I'm applying for a Life Partner Permit so that I can move ...

Silvana

Alice your best bet is, if your fiancee is renting the place where he stays, to include you in the Lease agreement with the Agency, that is all the proof they need. Read More

Silvana
Silvana_Arocha replied to a thread
10 years ago
ODAN

Recruitment/Hr consultancy/Job offering sites for south africa by ODAN

Hi All, I am a Graphic Designer by Profession. Living and working in Dubai. Is it possible getting job while you are not in south Africa? I heard it takes long for work permit? if so then employer maybe can hire someone else... DO anyone suggest ...

Silvana

Hi there, I was recruited thru LinkedIn a few years ago, my employer paid for everything, that is work permit, tickets and rellocation. They did went thru a local search before going overseas, with the BBEEE and the new inmigration regulation it is ... Read More

Silvana
Silvana_Arocha replied to a thread
10 years ago
Jbrunero

Where are the Argentinians meeting for the match on Saturday? by Jbrunero

I been struggling to find any World Cup spirit in Joburg...

Silvana

Sorry we will!! :cool: Read More

Silvana
Silvana_Arocha replied to a thread
10 years ago
Jbrunero

Where are the Argentinians meeting for the match on Saturday? by Jbrunero

I been struggling to find any World Cup spirit in Joburg...

Silvana

Si claro!! El partido es hasta las 8, si ganamos vamos de largo!! Y Hard Rock tiene música en vivo esta noche! así que va a estar buenísimo Read More

Silvana
Silvana_Arocha replied to a thread
10 years ago
Jbrunero

Where are the Argentinians meeting for the match on Saturday? by Jbrunero

I been struggling to find any World Cup spirit in Joburg...

Silvana

If you want to join a group of loud Colombians tonight...you are welcome to come to Hard Rock Cafe in Sandton at 5pm! Btw, you should try the Asociacion Argentina they do awesome get togethers! let me know if you are interested to come today :) ... Read More

Silvana
Silvana_Arocha replied to a thread
10 years ago
kn232

living in Durban without car, possible?? by kn232

Hi all, I have a job offer in Durban, work is around the City Hall block. I'm not really a driving person, would like to seek some updated opinions on living in secure neighborhoods which can allow "safe commute" between work and home, ...

Silvana

In my opinion, South Africa is not a country you can live in without a car, public transport is not safe and barely there. Unless you work/live in walking distance (less than 1Km) it's alright, other than that you need a car for everything. Read More

Silvana
Silvana_Arocha replied to a thread
10 years ago
heureux

Brazilian commnunity in Johannesburg by heureux

Hi Everyone, Is there a brazilian commnunity in Johannesburg? Thanks Rui

Silvana

Rui, check on Facebook, we have a Latinos in South Africa group, you might be able to contact a lot of them there... Read More

Silvana
Silvana_Arocha replied to a thread
10 years ago
Silvana_Arocha

New immigration laws... by Silvana_Arocha

Think is important to share this info New Immigration Laws for South Africa - 2014 26 January 2014 | Presentation on the Amendments to the Immigration Act. The Introduction of New Immigration Laws and Regulations for South Africa. What does this ...

Silvana

it's not just Home Affairs in South Africa... :D :lol: Read More

Silvana
Silvana_Arocha replied to a thread
10 years ago
Silvana_Arocha

New immigration laws... by Silvana_Arocha

Think is important to share this info New Immigration Laws for South Africa - 2014 26 January 2014 | Presentation on the Amendments to the Immigration Act. The Introduction of New Immigration Laws and Regulations for South Africa. What does this ...

Silvana

Not really, they are mixing as their convenience. A friend went to handle the documents to extend his visa and he was told that unfortunately with the new immigration act he had to go back to Brasil until it was granted... I think it is dependandt ... Read More

Silvana
Silvana_Arocha replied to a thread
10 years ago
Armand

Getting married in South Africa by Armand

Hi all, We invite all the ones who got married in South Africa or who are about to get married in South Africa to participate in this thread :) What are the formalities to get married in South Africa? Is it the same for a couple of foreigners ...

Silvana

Hi Chikabi, I am Colombian :) The officer was an authorized minister, he did the ceremony for us and filled all the documents with Home Affairs. If you are getting married here in South Africa check all the documents you need beforehand with the ... Read More

Silvana
Silvana_Arocha replied to a thread
10 years ago
Silvana_Arocha

New immigration laws... by Silvana_Arocha

Think is important to share this info New Immigration Laws for South Africa - 2014 26 January 2014 | Presentation on the Amendments to the Immigration Act. The Introduction of New Immigration Laws and Regulations for South Africa. What does this ...

Silvana

more here... http://voices.news24.com/jesse-green/2014/02/immigration-law-changes-cause-havoc-life-partners/ Read More

Silvana
Silvana_Arocha replied to a thread
10 years ago
Armand

Getting married in South Africa by Armand

Hi all, We invite all the ones who got married in South Africa or who are about to get married in South Africa to participate in this thread :) What are the formalities to get married in South Africa? Is it the same for a couple of foreigners ...

Silvana

Go to a police station, it should be fairly easy to have the Police officer signed/stamp. He should just type the letter and take it to the closest to him. Read More

Silvana
Silvana_Arocha replied to a thread
10 years ago
Silvana_Arocha

New immigration laws... by Silvana_Arocha

Think is important to share this info New Immigration Laws for South Africa - 2014 26 January 2014 | Presentation on the Amendments to the Immigration Act. The Introduction of New Immigration Laws and Regulations for South Africa. What does this ...

Silvana

For what was told back in January, they are launching the New Gazette at the end of February. They had this letter at the Home Affairs Office in Rosebank...I got no clue if it's happening, just thought it was good to post it here to let everyone ... Read More