Acquiring South African Citizenship by Descent

Eligibility Criteria

✅ Child born outside South Africa to at least one South African citizen parent.
✅ The birth must be registered at a South African embassy or consulate.

Required Documentation

✅ Your birth certificate.
✅ Parent's South African ID or passport.
✅ Proof of South African citizenship (e.g., birth certificate, naturalization certificate).
✅ Registration of birth at a South African diplomatic mission.

Application Process

📍 Gather required documentation.
📍 Submit an application at a South African consulate or the Department of Home Affairs.
📍 Application verification and processing.
📍 Receive confirmation of South African citizenship.

Additional Considerations

📌 South Africa allows dual citizenship, but citizens must apply for permission before acquiring another nationality.
📌 Citizenship may be revoked if another nationality is obtained without prior approval.