Hello People. Pls I need your help. This is my fourth time applying for the South African visa and being rejected. The first time was in 2014, I wanted to travel for vacation and I was rejected based on grounds that my documents were fraudulent (even though none was). I reapplied almost immediately this time with the help of the protocol unit of my bank ( I worked in a bank). Same result. Fast forward to 2017 I applied in July to attend a training in SA, I was rejected on grounds of "No invitation letter". I now work for an international organisation and they are to sponsor the trip. I got letter of support, everything. I emailed the organisers of the training about the consulate's decision and they sent me a letter of invitation that the same training would be taking place in November. So I applied again on October 30 and I received my passport today, rejection again, this time "adverse records". I am distraught. Nothing is fraudulent amongst all documents submitted, ever since I started applying to SA yet all this negative feedback. I have decided to appeal because I do not want this decision to affect my visa application to other embassies. Please help advice on how to go about this. Thank you.

Sorry about the rejection... that's so awful.

I have few questions to ask. The world is changing so fast. Have you travelled before ?

You need to sit down and evaluate your previous refusal. I once applied 3times before I got my visa. I have been to several countries as it helps sometimes. All I want you to review first is all your previous applications. It's very important because they keep record.

Then write a cover letter explaining every bit of your application and give them a concrete reason for you applying again.

I wish you all the best.

Teed89:
Sorry about the rejection... that's so awful.

I have few questions to ask. The world is changing so fast. Have you travelled before ?

You need to sit down and evaluate your previous refusal. I once applied 3times before I got my visa. I have been to several countries as it helps sometimes. All I want you to review first is all your previous applications. It's very important because they keep record.

Then write a cover letter explaining every bit of your application and give them a concrete reason for you applying again.

I wish you all the best.

Thanks for your response. Yes I have. I'm an auditor where I work now so it's given me a few opportunities to travel to other African countries. I haven't done or submitted any fraudulent documents since I started this applications. I have worked for organisations where integrity is key, so I wouldn't dare do that. The last application, I explained why I was rejected the last time and reiterated that I have my son, my husband and a very good job to return to. The training is to better sharpen my skills. Only for this to happen again. It feels like I'm being cheated because I did everything right. I submitted my application on the 30 of October and by 1 of November I got a text that my passport was ready. Like they didn't even look at the documents. This time I really don't want to let it slide, I want to appeal the decision so that it doesn't spoil my other chances in future and it doesn't look like o have something to hide. Every embassy ask if you've been rejected entry to another country before and my answer would be yes, reason "adverse record". What does that even mean? I really need help on how to go about an appeal as I have 10 working days after the date of decision.

tizizzy:

Thanks for your response. Yes I have. I'm an auditor where I work now so it's given me a few opportunities to travel to other African countries. I haven't done or submitted any fraudulent documents since I started this applications. I have worked for organisations where integrity is key, so I wouldn't dare do that. The last application, I explained why I was rejected the last time and reiterated that I have my son, my husband and a very good job to return to. The training is to better sharpen my skills. Only for this to happen again. It feels like I'm being cheated because I did everything right. I submitted my application on the 30 of October and by 1 of November I got a text that my passport was ready. Like they didn't even look at the documents. This time I really don't want to let it slide, I want to appeal the decision so that it doesn't spoil my other chances in future and it doesn't look like o have something to hide. Every embassy ask if you've been rejected entry to another country before and my answer would be yes, reason "adverse record". What does that even mean? I really need help on how to go about an appeal as I have 10 working days after the date of decision.

Have you at any point in any of those applications made use of services of an agent?

Hi tizizzy, take it easy. Everything will be fine. I'm sure. One step at a time. Let me advice you on this.

What's your travel experience? As far as I'm concerned, the world is changing so fast so South Africa is making it hard for Nigerians because they hardly trust us. We are getting stoned with our poor intergrity. I would advice you to try other country and make sure you're doing the right thing.

Come back to have you been rejected entry to another country before- your answer is NO. if you choose Yes, you have shot yourself in the leg else you actually did. What you're saying is that you have been deported before. You got the visa to the country but they turned you back at the POE. If you didn't get the visa that means youre rejected not denied entry.

Please it's very important to check back the documents you used cos what the embassy said. 'Adverse record. You made it more complicated for them to believe you. If you're submitting your documents, keep submitting it first one you used. Make sure it's original as they will check back.

Have you overstayed in any country you travelled to? Look in at your passport verywell.


For ex... if you submit your statement of account, they can easily check back but if you forge it, it will be different. Please if your have used any documents that is fake, write them and apologize.

It's very important to be truthful in your application.

Let's see how that works.

@tizizzy:
You now look desperate to travel to South Africa. Applications can be rejected based on that
You have applied for different purpose of visit with different documents. They don't trust you based on your first rejection.
What documents did you submit in your first application?

Luxxycool:
Good afternoon house, I'll be travelling to South Africa soon. I want to know the documents that would be needed at the port of entry. Do I need my cousins rental agreement after having his copy of utility bill and invitation letter? What other documents do I need to tender?.

please I need an urgent reply...thanks

@ Luxxycool
Rental agreement is not necessary. You need:

1. Invitation letter with copy of his ID and phone number.
2. Return airline ticket
3 You will also need BTA or else those airline guys will not allow you to board
4. Yellow fever card.

Likely question they will ask:

1. Who are you visiting and where are you going to stay
2. Where in South Africa
3. How long are you staying. This must be the exact date on your invitation letter and return ticket. A day more or less you will be denied entry.

Safe trip.

infofta:
@ Luxxycool
Rental agreement is not necessary. You need:

1. Invitation letter with copy of his ID and phone number.
2. Return airline ticket
3 You will also need BTA or else those airline guys will not allow you to board
4. Yellow fever card.

Likely question they will ask:

1. Who are you visiting and where are you going to stay
2. Where in South Africa
3. How long are you staying. This must be the exact date on your invitation letter and return ticket. A day more or less you will be denied entry.

Safe trip.

Thanks for your quick response. You are most appreciated.

My good people in the house, pls how long will it take a study VISA to be out. I have applied at VFS Lagos over two weeks ago. I have received text that is being process... How long will the outcome take to be out.... Some apply and got the outcome the following day, some within a week... Though, am travelling in January and I submitted in October.... Hope the time of travelling will not be used to delay the outcome. Thanks for your swift response

Good people in the house. I was rejected due to insufficient funds. I am reapplying in few days. Do I have to get a new Police clearance or I can print the one I scanned? Thank you.

Please house how long will it take to obtain a work permit (critical skills visa). I already have a study permit expiring in December but I'm through with studies and I want to work.

Also If I am using a work permit can I still further my study part time?

Kentrasso:
Please house how long will it take to obtain a work permit (critical skills visa). I already have a study permit expiring in December but I'm through with studies and I want to work.

Also If I am using a work permit can I still further my study part time?

Critical skills visa will take you 2 to 3 weeks and yes you may study part-time with a work visa.

Hello Landers,, please how do I got about my Saqa evaluation, what documents do I need and which services should I pay for

padyt007:
Hello Landers,, please how do I got about my Saqa evaluation, what documents do I need and which services should I pay for

Certified copy of certificates & transcripts. online application, pay & send documents via post. The normal service is okay with less than R1,000 & takes few weeks depending on how fast your school respond

despam:
Good people in the house. I was rejected due to insufficient funds. I am reapplying in few days. Do I have to get a new Police clearance or I can print the one I scanned? Thank you.

Printed.

Omoocash:
My good people in the house, pls how long will it take a study VISA to be out. I have applied at VFS Lagos over two weeks ago. I have received text that is being process... How long will the outcome take to be out.... Some apply and got the outcome the following day, some within a week... Though, am travelling in January and I submitted in October.... Hope the time of travelling will not be used to delay the outcome. Thanks for your swift response

Time varies. With experience, PhD do get response faster & also depends on work load cos around this period they receive more application.

Time of traveling doesn't affect

Thecassanova:

Certified copy of certificates & transcripts. online application, pay & send documents via post. The normal service is okay with less than R1,000 & takes few weeks depending on how fast your school respond

How do I get certified copy... Intend send my statement of result if it is acceptable... posting is a long thing from Nigeria.... could I use scanned copy forward to a friend in Sa via email

padyt007:


How do I get certified copy... Intend send my statement of result if it is acceptable... posting is a long thing from Nigeria.... could I use scanned copy forward to a friend in Sa via email

Statement of result acceptable. Certify at any court. You can send the certified copy. Your school timely response to saqa mail is the most important.

Thecassanova:

Statement of result acceptable. Certify at any court. You can send the certified copy. Your school timely response to saqa mail is the most important.

Do I need to submit d transcript along with the statement of result

Omoocash:
My good people in the house, pls how long will it take a study VISA to be out. I have applied at VFS Lagos over two weeks ago. I have received text that is being process... How long will the outcome take to be out.... Some apply and got the outcome the following day, some within a week... Though, am travelling in January and I submitted in October.... Hope the time of travelling will not be used to delay the outcome. Thanks for your swift response

Just chill. It will be out within 28 working days, but due to many applications it might take almost 2 months

padyt007:


Do I need to submit d transcript along with the statement of result

Yes

Hello Landers, please what the average tution for master program in the following school, University of Johannesburg and Tshwane University of technology

hello to the bosses in this thread, please i need your help on this.

my brother that is in south africa has live there for more than twelve years, he would like to come back home <nigeria> finally as his business over there isn't making him money again. currently he has no money couple with his health issue. <he has been sick for many years now>

he would like to come back finally to settle down and get married.

we the family want to contribute money for his coming back.

(1)
please i would like to know if it is posible to pay for just coming back to nigeria without paying to go back, since nigeria is his country?
(2)
how much will it cost him to come back alone,?

(3)

is it posible to pay just comming back and how much will it cost?

thanks, anticipating your response

Fedric:
hello to the bosses in this thread, please i need your help on this.

my brother that is in south africa has live there for more than twelve years, he would like to come back home <nigeria> finally as his business over there isn't making him money again. currently he has no money couple with his health issue. <he has been sick for many years now>

he would like to come back finally to settle down and get married.

we the family want to contribute money for his coming back.

(1)
please i would like to know if it is posible to pay for just coming back to nigeria without paying to go back, since nigeria is his country?
(2)
how much will it cost him to come back alone,?

(3)

is it posible to pay just comming back and how much will it cost?

thanks, anticipating your response

Just purchase a one way ticket for him, if cost is an issue try Rwanda air try Waka now for prices

If he doesn't have a valid passport , let him collect Travelling Certificate from the Nigerian high commission in Pretoria and if he has over stayed, he will receive a generous ban as a parting gift.

please how much is required to proof to the VFS that I have sufficient funds for study visa

Geenosko:


Just purchase a one way ticket for him, if cost is an issue try Rwanda air try Waka now for prices

If he doesn't have a valid passport , let him collect Travelling Certificate from the Nigerian high commission in Pretoria and if he has over stayed, he will receive a generous ban as a parting gift.

bro, he just want to come back finally, he don't have the intention of going back.

he came back last two years, so he has his paper.

life over is has tired him.

he has some things to fix in my family.?
can he just pay to come back?

Fedric:
bro, he just want to come back finally, he don't have the intention of going back.

he came back last two years, so he has his paper.

life over is has tired him.

he has some things to fix in my family.?
can he just pay to come back?

That's exactly what he just explained to you. Get a one-way ticket for him and he is good to go. You can use any airline of your choice depending on your budget. Since you are on a tight budget, I'd advise you make the move in January because ticket prices are on the high side now

Go to their website, they usually have fees stated for prevailing years there.

padyt007:
Hello Landers, please what the average tution for master program in the following school, University of Johannesburg and Tshwane University of technology