When applying for upliftment after being found in possession of the following:
- Fraudulent visas
- Fraudulent Permanent Residence permit
- Foreign nationals who were deported
The following documents are required:
- Copies of passports
- Copies of previous permits or visas
- A copy of the suspected fraudulent visa
- The two Police Clearance Certificates from the country of origin and from South Africa. Both should be attached in support of the application when applying for the upliftment of the prohibition.
- If a foreign national was found in possession of a fraudulent South African Police Clearance Certificate, Medical Certificates, School acceptance letter, Bank Statements, they must be forwarded to This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it..
NB: The applicant must submit a signed representation with full details as to what led him/her to obtain a fraudulent visa or Permanent Residence permit.
Good Cause Appeals (email address: This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it..)
The following documents are required:
- A signed written representation detailing facts for failing to renew his or her temporary residence visa within 60 days before its expiry, and the reasons beyond his or her control that prevented him or her from applying for such renewal.
- Copy of the Good Cause rejection letter (Form 2)
- Copies of the passports
- Copies of previous permits or visas
- Any other supporting documents in support of the request for an appeal process, such as a Letter from the respective Embassy when you claim a delay in passport issuance.
NB: Kindly note that we are strictly handling appeals applications only. If you wish to apply for a Good Cause, you must visit the nearest Home Affairs Inspectorate office, which is located within your local Home Affairs branch.