Having trouble obtaining an extension on your visa?
Are you running out of time?
You may have to apply for a letter of good cause.
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So what is a letter of good cause?
We have this and more information covered in this article.
The power of approval of decline lies with the Director-General of the Home Affairs.
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This is dictated mainly by whether or not the applicant has met the stated criteria.
The letter, also known as Form 20, is issued by the Director-General.
Letter of good cause form 20
Based on theSouth African Immigration Act No.
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This order can only be revised by the Director-General of Home Affairs through a letter of good cause.
The good cause letter process is highlighted below.
Through this, the foreigner will be instructed to make their visa utility by a given date.
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Afterwards, the foreigner will be permitted to continue residing within the country.
This departure will also lead to a ban from the nation.
However, there is a possibility to overturn this ruling through the Overstay Appeal process.
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If it is not possible for whatever reason, apply for a letter of good cause to avoid deportation.
DISCLAIMER:This article is intended for general informational purposes only and does not address individual circumstances.
Any action you take upon the information presented in this article is strictly at your own risk and responsibility!
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Before joining the team in 2018, Lynn wrote for Kenyan media platforms and several other websites.
She graduated from the University of Nairobi in 2019 with honours after pursuing a BSc.
She is currently studying for a Master’s degree in the same field.
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