@The Fabulous Anon
Dutch expat in South Africa
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New to Pretoria from NY - looking to have marvelous adventures here. by sixthfltyo
Hello everyone. Just arrived in Pretoria and am looking to enjoy some marvelous adventures during my time in South Africa. Originally from NY but have lived and travelled all over the globe.
Hi there! What kind of "adventures" are you looking for? If you're looking to meet people and be more socially active, there are plenty of clubs that you can join. Think sports, charitable activities, volunteering etc. South African ... Read More
Advice Renewal of Life Partner Permit (including a work endorsement) by The Fabulous Anon
Good morning all, after a lot of blood, sweat and tears, I became the proud owner of a Life Partner Permit with a work endorsement. The visa was applied for, and obtained before VFS started processing applications, it was therefore obtained at Home ...
Well, apparently you can: http://www.vfsglobal.com/dha/southafrica/Visitor_Visa.html Under "Visitors visa section 11(6) - renewal -spouse of a citizen or permanent resident" which you'll see if you scroll down the page. This ... Read More
Healthcare in South Africa by Julien
Hi, how does the healthcare system work in South Africa ? Is it efficient ? What are the main differences between public and private sectors? Is it recommended to purchase private health insurance in South Africa? Thanks in advance for ...
Hi there, I can't vouch for the reliability of public hospitals, since my partner has always described it as a definite "no-no", and middle-class South Africans seem to be very critical of public health-care. It's supposedly free, ... Read More
moving to johannesburg in June 2015 by Edwink
Hello Jozi, I'm based out of India and working for a IT company and now moving to SA on work. My wife is totally against this decision as she was advised by her friends that it's not a safe place and you are not at owace at any point and do ...
Hi Edwink, Please know that there is always the threat of crime wherever you move. Just like any country out there, crime is present in South Africa. It's true that SA has gotten a very bad reputation over the years, with crimes such as theft, ... Read More
Art and stationery shops in and around Boksburg by fatimam281
Hi I am new to Boksburg and am struggling to find a decent art and stationery store in or around the area :( . I was wondering if anyone could help me out with my situation. Thanks.
Hi there. What exactly are you looking to purchase? If it's high-end, specific art supplies, then those shops definitely exist, but are hard to find. Let me know. If you need a stationary shop for business purposes, with lots of variety, ... Read More
living in South Africa by Kate Melville
Hi, my name is Kate and I'm an American....I currently live in the United Arab Emirates but will probably be relocating to South AFrica some time this year. The move from the US to the UAE has been very difficult for me and I hope to gather ...
Glad you enjoyed reading it! Sorry, I felt like I had to rant a bit, since so many "white" South Africans make their own country sound like an unpleasant place to reside. But I'm sure every South African out there realizes that despite ... Read More
living in South Africa by Kate Melville
Hi, my name is Kate and I'm an American....I currently live in the United Arab Emirates but will probably be relocating to South AFrica some time this year. The move from the US to the UAE has been very difficult for me and I hope to gather ...
Hi Kate, I myself am a European immigrant living in SA with my South African fiance. I've been living in SA for almost two years now. Please don't be deceived by negative feedback only. South Africa is like all countries in the world: it ... Read More
Advice Renewal of Life Partner Permit (including a work endorsement)
Good morning all, after a lot of blood, sweat and tears, I became the proud owner of a Life Partner Permit with a work endorsement. The visa was applied for, and obtained before VFS started processing applications, it was therefore obtained at Home ... Read More
The Horrors of Obtaining a Traffic Register Number by The Fabulous Anon
Good morning my expat gumdrops, from the depths of my soul, I have come to humbly ask for your advice. I have no place to turn to anymore, due to varying answers from disapproving officials who do not care what happens to me or anyone else for that ...
Finally, as of today, I am the "proud" owner of a Traffic Register Number. I would like to post one piece of advise here: Some Licensing Departments require a letter from a driving school, stating that you have enrolled and plan on ... Read More
The Horrors of Obtaining a Traffic Register Number by The Fabulous Anon
Good morning my expat gumdrops, from the depths of my soul, I have come to humbly ask for your advice. I have no place to turn to anymore, due to varying answers from disapproving officials who do not care what happens to me or anyone else for that ...
Update: 31/10/2014 - Went to a small nearby Licensing Department Outcome - "Sorry, we can't help you - your must apply at your original place of residence." Plus - The staff was actually friendly. 04/11/2014 - Visited my local ... Read More
The Horrors of Obtaining a Traffic Register Number by The Fabulous Anon
Good morning my expat gumdrops, from the depths of my soul, I have come to humbly ask for your advice. I have no place to turn to anymore, due to varying answers from disapproving officials who do not care what happens to me or anyone else for that ...
Wow, thank you so much for all of your responses! I have also been reading blogs on the internet, with people mentioning it can be a frustrating and lengthy process. Armed with the following, I will approach another Traffic Licensing Department ... Read More
The Horrors of Obtaining a Traffic Register Number
Good morning my expat gumdrops, from the depths of my soul, I have come to humbly ask for your advice. I have no place to turn to anymore, due to varying answers from disapproving officials who do not care what happens to me or anyone else for that ... Read More