REFERENCE IMMIGRATION CHAMBER OF SOUTH AFRICA - SERVICES

 Expert Guidance

IMMIGRATION SERVICES TO PRIVATE CLIENTS

SAFE IMMIGRATION DIRECTIVES

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We provide consultation and counseling on various safe immigration directives and the appropriate visa category suitable for clients.

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VISA APPLICATION SUPPORT

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REFICSA facilitates the application process of various visas for national and international private clients. This is achieved through the effective administration of each visa application process. Quality control of various visa requirements and a step by step management of submission process constitute an integral part of our visa support service. The goal of this service is to eliminate common errors that can compromise any visa application.

ASSIST IN VARIOUS APPEAL PROCESSES

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REFICSA is equipped to assist in the appeal process of various applications. Contact us if you need assistance with any immigration-related appeal.  

FOLLOW UP ON PENDING APPLICATIONS

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We follow up on various types of applications submitted to the Department of Home Affairs, which are yet to be finalized. The focus of this service is on applications which are yet to be finalized long after the stipulated time frame. REFICSA will engage the Department of Home Affairs through various correspondences to establish the reasons for the delay and make representations to expedite finalization. This service is not aimed at influencing due processes within the department, but rather speed up overdue applications. Our professionals have vast experience in drafting and following up with correspondences regarding pending applications.

WAIVER LETTER APPLICATION

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An application for a waiver letter is required where there is a good cause not to comply with any specific statutory (immigration) requirement. Waiver letters are increasingly becoming relevant to various visa applications. This is because applicants sometimes are unable to meet certain requirements. When this becomes the case, waiver letter applications present an opportunity for applicants to attempt to excuse themselves from certain requirements. Since waiver letter applications are not definitive, due diligence must be taken to ensure that applicants comply with all the requirements for a waiver letter. At REFICSA, we do not only ensure compliance, we also draft professional representation to support waiver applications. Our professionals have more than 15 years of experience in legal drafting.

GOOD CAUSE LETTER APPLICATION

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A Good Cause letter is required for any visa application within the Republic of South Africa by applicants whose existing visas have expired. Applications for Good Cause letters can be done at the relevant Immigration Office closest to the residential area of the main applicant. Applicants are expected to show good cause as to why they were unable to timeously renew their visas. The case will be reviewed by officials who will finalize the application either in the positive or negative. REFICSA assists clients with professional Good Cause application letter drafting and quality control requirements to minimize the chances of a negative outcome.

GOOD CAUSE LETTER APPEAL APPLICATION

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In the event that a Good Cause letter application is rejected, we assist in submitting a compelling appeal to the responsible officials at the Department of Home Affairs Head Office. Our experienced professionals will carry an in-depth study of the rejection decision to establish strong grounds for appealing.

REPRESENTATION IN ALL IMMIGRATION MATTERS

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We represent clients in all immigration-related matters at the Department of Home Affairs, in courts and otherwise. Our experienced legal professionals are ready to advise and represent our clients in matters that need professional legal assistance while exploring other suitable available options.

SAQA AND PROFESSIONAL BODY APPLICATION

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REFICSA provides support to both SAQA and Professional Body application processes for prospective students and critical skills visa applicants respectively. this is done by ensuring compliance with requirements and management of the entire processes. 

URGENT AND DIRECT SUBMISSIONS TO DHA WHEN THE NEED ARISES

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In emergency immigration matters, we make direct submissions to the Department of Home Affairs for urgent and immediate intervention in order to bring speedy immigration relief to clients.

NATURALIZATION AND CITIZENSHIP APPLICATION SERVICES

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We provide support to naturalization and citizen applications by managing the entire processes of preparation, compilation and Submission.

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ASYLUM APPLICATION SERVICES

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We provide professional support to the asylum application process through Pre - asylum application counseling, Asylum application process management, Post - asylum application counseling and assistance, SCRA representation, Certification application, Representation in Appeal Board hearings,

Overstay Appeal, Temporal asylum seeker's permit (section 22) renewal, Refugee status renewal, Refugee travel document application, and Refugee ID application   

COMPANY REGISTRATION

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We facilitate the registration of new companies in South Africa and other African countries.

Contact us to express Company Registration processes.

CERTIFICATE OF AUTHENTICATION FROM DIRCO

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We facilitate the legalization of public documents issued in South Africa by the Department of International Relations and Cooperation as well as the certification of copies of travel documents or identity documents.

DTI RECOMMENDATION LETTER APPLICATION

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The DTI Recommendation letter is a prerequisite requirement for a business visa application. This has the potential to pose a challenge for both businesses and individuals applying for business visas. Working with relevant professionals, we simplify the application process of the DTI Recommendation letter by ensuring compliance and managing every aspect of the process including authorized submission if it becomes necessary.

SERVICES TO CORPORATE

Hassle free Immigration and migration processes

FACILITATION OF VARIOUS VISA APPLICATIONS FOR EMPLOYEES

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We manage various national and international visa applications for company employees and corporate.

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ENSURING COMPLIANCE WITH VARIOUS IMMIGRATION REGULATIONS AND DIRECTIVES

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We help companies to interpret and apply legislation, to understand requirements and how best to handle immigration-related issues in relation to the South African law.

FACILITATION OF LABOUR CERTIFICATE APPLICATION PROCESS

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Companies employing foreign nationals on a work visa are required by law to comply with regulations which stipulate that no citizen or permanent resident was suitable for the position by applying for a labor certificate. Our experienced professionals will take charge of the entire process, relieving company officials from the daunting task of complying with immigration and labor regulations.

DIRECTIVES ON EMPLOYMENT EQUITY PLANS

REFICSA assists employers to achieve reasonable progress towards employment equity by eliminating unfair discrimination in the workplace. We also help companies to achieve equitable representation of employees from designated groups by means of affirmative action measures.

DIRECTIVES ON WORKPLACE SKILLS PLAN COMPLIANCE

We advise companies on various methods to address the training and development needs within the workplace.  We assist employers in identifying and providing relevant training that will address the skills group within the country.

OTHER SERVICES

Professional Assistance

AIR TICKET SALES AND FLIGHT BOOKING/RESERVATION

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Under the auspices of REFICSA BOOKINGS, we offer travel packages that include flights and accommodation to various destinations around the world. Take advantage of high discounts by buying your tickets and making reservations through REFICSA BOOKING.

COURIER SERVICES BY REFICSA COURIER

REFICSA COURIER is our specialized courier services under the REFICSA umbrella. We handle only immigration-related goods such as passports and other sensitive immigration documents. Our handlers are specifically trained to handle these kinds of documents. We courier visa application documents to various embassies and application centers from applicants and vice versa thereby facilitating visa application processes. Our slogan is “Pick - Up & Drop - Off”.