eVisas – What South Africans Need to Know

eVisas are now compulsory for most foreign nationals. As of 2 June 2025, the United Kingdom has fully transitioned to a digital immigration system, making the use of eVisas compulsory for most foreign nationals, including many South Africans. This change affects how...

UK Spouse Visa for South African Applicants- FAQs

The UK Spouse Visa, also known as the UK Settlement Visa, is the ideal route for South African nationals wishing to join their British or settled partners in the United Kingdom. The UK Spouse Visa offers a clear legal pathway. While the application process can be...

South African Citizenship Restored!

The South African Citizenship of thousands of persons was restored in a landmark judgement delivered on 6 May 2025. The SA Constitutional Court confirmed that a section of the South African Citizenship Act, which caused thousands of South Africans to lose their...

UK Ancestry Visa – FAQ

The UK Ancestry Visa is a visa that allows Commonwealth citizens with a UK-born grandparent to live, work, and study in the United Kingdom for up to five years. If you’re a South African with a grandparent born in the UK, you may qualify for a UK Ancestry Visa – an...

UK Visa Fee Increase on 9 April 2025

The UK Home Office has announced a comprehensive revision of immigration and nationality fees, impacting various visa categories. This includes work, study, visit visas, and settlement applications. The UK Government said that these adjustments aim to reduce the...