Processing time: six months
- DHA-24 Notice of Birth Form. Please request forms from the Consulate General in Toronto or South African High Commission in Ottawa by sending in a self-addressed stamped envelope (size A4 30cm x 24 cm). The envelope should be able to fit an unfolded page.
- BI-529 Determination of Citizenship form must be completed in respect of applicant (child)
- BI-529 Determination of Citizenship form must be completed in respect of the South African parent
- DHA-288 Affidavit in support of Notice of Birth Form (Please request forms from the Consulate General in Toronto or South African High Commission in Ottawa by sending in a self-addressed stamped envelope (size A4 30cm x 24 cm). Envelope should be able to fit unfolded page.
- Parents’ certified copy of dual citizenship exemption letter or sworn affidavit stating that no other citizenship has been obtained
- Certified copy of a permanent residency card (if applicable)
- Certified copy of child’s Foreign Unabridged Birth Certificate
- Certified copies of parents South African Identity Documents/Foreign Identity Document and Marriage Certificate
- Fee – None
- Processing time: six months
- Small self addressed express envelope