hanskroll
Dutch expat in South Africa
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Dutch
Lives in Johannesburg
Speaks English, Dutch, German
Registration: 23 January 2014
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Need i apply for work permit even if i get married to south african? by Stevezoe
When I marry my long time South African girl friend later this year will I still need to apply to the South African Embassy in the UK for a work permit
Hi Steve, Changes are high that your endorsement to work will be granted if you submit a job offer with a SA employer. Turnaround times depend a little on the place of submission. If you submit through any of the missions overseas the turnaround ... Read More
Need i apply for work permit even if i get married to south african? by Stevezoe
When I marry my long time South African girl friend later this year will I still need to apply to the South African Embassy in the UK for a work permit
Hi steve, I work in this field. To answer your question, yes you need to apply for a so-called section 11(6) visa with endorsement to work. on this type of visa you can get an endorsement to work, study or conduct own business. Keep in mind in ... Read More
Permanent Resident, but no ID, yet.. by Senith
Hello fellow expats! I am a Filipina and just granted a PRP. I intend to travel (cross the border) soon and wondering if I "still" have to secure a Visa (as Filipino needs visa in most countries) or PRP certificate would be fine. Thank ...
To add to my previous message, you bring your Filipino passport together with your PRP certificate when you travel in and out. Read More
Permanent Resident, but no ID, yet.. by Senith
Hello fellow expats! I am a Filipina and just granted a PRP. I intend to travel (cross the border) soon and wondering if I "still" have to secure a Visa (as Filipino needs visa in most countries) or PRP certificate would be fine. Thank ...
Hi Senith, You are perfectly fine to travel out and in for as long as you bring along your PRP certificate at all times. You do not need a visa since you have now been granted permanent residence. Hope this helps. Hans Read More
Moving to Namibia: The whole immigration process by Debsienel
Hi all, I am a South African woman who is married to a man whose deceased mother was born in Namibia (have proof of this in her South African I.D book). It has always been our dream to move to and farm in Namibia. Now my questions are, how do we go ...
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Moving and working in Namibia by HeimZ
Hi everone I'm new to the forum, and relly glad i found this site. I am currently in Port Elizabeth South Africa. My fiance got a job in Namibia for 4 years. What do I need to do to apply for, to be able to stay with him in Namibia? Do I need a ...
Hi Geoff, I have forwarded your query to my colleague who is specialised on Namibia and will ask her to respond to you. What is your email address so I can ask her to email you. Regards, Hans Read More
Applying for a SA work permit at SAHC in UK by Sandman6
I have to return to the UK soon to make my work permit application at the South African High Commission in London. How many days does this normally take?
Indeed it is not a guarantee. I have been told it takes around 10 working days (2 weeks) but it might take longer / shorter. Read More
Applying for a SA work permit at SAHC in UK by Sandman6
I have to return to the UK soon to make my work permit application at the South African High Commission in London. How many days does this normally take?
Hi Rggirlywildcat, Obtaining your workpermit can be quite a process. Have you received a job-offer already from a South African employer? [Moderated: no free ad on the forum pls] Regards, Hans Kroll Read More
Applying for a SA work permit at SAHC in UK by Sandman6
I have to return to the UK soon to make my work permit application at the South African High Commission in London. How many days does this normally take?
Hi Sandman6, a workpermit application at the SAHC in London takes normally around 10 working days. Hope this helps. Kind regards, Hans Kroll Read More
Relocating from South Africa to Namibia - The whole process. by BrandonB
Hi, I need someone with good knowledge of the immigration process of moving from South Africa to Namibia. Thank You Brandon
Hi Brandon, A little information from my employer IBN Business & Immigration solutions on Namibia: Namibia is short of skilled professionals in a variety of sectors. There is currently shortages of Engineers required in mining and budding oil ... Read More
Work Permit Process Time ? by nageswar
Dear Friends, I want to know the Work permit processing procedure in Mozambique. What is the Reference Number? What is the Invitation Letter? Please share the information. Have a great day.. Best Regards, Naga..
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Immigrating to Namibia by Frikpot
I am living in South Africa and want to immigrate with my wife and daughter to Namibia.I am working offshore and wil not be working in Namibia. Could anybody please assist with the application process? Thanks
Hi Frikpot, [moderated : advertising isn't free] Kind regards, Hans Kroll Read More
Moving and working in Namibia by HeimZ
Hi everone I'm new to the forum, and relly glad i found this site. I am currently in Port Elizabeth South Africa. My fiance got a job in Namibia for 4 years. What do I need to do to apply for, to be able to stay with him in Namibia? Do I need a ...
Hi everyone, I agree that Namibia is a wonderful country. I traveled there twice and had a wonderful time. I believe you create your own experience with the attitude you have towards others. Anyway, if your partner has a job and workpermit you can ... Read More
Permanent Residence Namibia? by vic92
Hey! I just wanted to ask if it's really that difficult to move to Namibia? I have been there in 2009 for a year abroad (DHPS) and fell in love with the country! Now I'm studying Psychology in Germany (Bachelor) and after that I want to move to ...
Hi Vic, Namibia is a beautiful country indeed. However it is not very easy as a foreigner to work there. The workpermit procedure is quite stringent but at the end it comes down to one simple question: Do you have specific skills to offer of which ... Read More
Financial Analyst moving to South Africa. by Nadiya07
Dear all, I will be moving to South Africa and would like to know how it is to apply for jobs. I am currently working as a financial analyst in an oil & gas company. Will there be good opportunity. Kindest Regards, Nadiya
Hi Nadiya, I suggest you do some research on your specific sector. Oil and Gas is a sector a lot of expats get employed in. Most importantly you need skills that there is a shortage of in SA. Check out: http://www.saoga.org.za Regards, Hans Kroll Read More