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Recently, many applicants trying to book appointments at VFS Global have experienced difficulties when applying for appeals and reviews. VFS Global doesn’t have enough available dates on their booking system, so applicants can’t submit their applications for appeal...

Happy festive season from June Luna Immigration Attorneys. We wish you a happy Christmas with good company, food, and gift-giving. We know 2025 is going to be an exciting year. Whether immigrating to South Africa or embarking on...

June Luna Immigration Attorneys wish you a joyous festive season and stress-free immigration. To this end, we would like to advise you of VFS Global’s anticipated closing dates: the 23rd of December to the 6th of January. Their...

In South Africa, the president is not directly elected by citizens but chosen by the parliament, which itself is formed through proportional representation. President Cyril Ramaphosa, leader of the African National Congress (ANC), was reelected under this system,...

In 2024, amendments to the South African Immigration Act of 2002 introduced a point-based system to assess applications for both general work visas and critical skills work visas. This significant reform, spearheaded by the Department of Home Affairs, aims...

Navigating the complexities of the South African immigration system can be challenging, especially when you're eager to finalise your move or plan your visit. At June Luna Immigration Attorneys, we're dedicated to helping you expedite your South African visa...

Businesses in South Africa have expressed growing concern over the long delays in processing work visa applications, a bottleneck that they say hampers economic growth and development. The newly appointed Minister of Home Affairs, Leon Schreiber, has made it...

The newly appointed Home Affairs Minister, Dr Leon Schreiber, has previously stated that addressing the backlog of work visas was high on the agenda. He stated, “We absolutely have to look at visa processes; we have to take...

Moving to South Africa can be an exciting yet complex journey, especially when it comes to navigating the immigration process. Whether you're relocating for work, study, or personal reasons, thorough preparation and attention to detail are essential for...

Dealing with the Department of Home Affairs, especially regarding immigration to South Africa, often leads to prolonged stress due to unprecedented rejection rates and significant delays. Applicants who apply for temporary residency experience waiting periods of over a...

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