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Telephone issues

Please note that we are currently experiencing issues with our telephone line (021) 551 8829. If your enquiry is urgent, please can you send us an email to: info@visa-box.co.za If you are unable to get through to your assigned case worker at our office, please can you call them on their temporary cell number.   Read More

UK Legal Migration Implementation Update for 2024

The UK Parliament released an official statement on 30 January 2024 regarding the changes in UK Immigration. Please follow the link below to read the full article: https://questions-statements.parliament.uk/written-statements/detail/2024-01-30/hcws222   Highlights as follows: The Immigration Health Surcharge (IHS) fee will increase from £624 to £1,035 for each year of the visa for adults, and £776 per year for students and under 18s. This will go live for applications submitted on or after 6... Read More

Festive Closure Dates for 2023/4

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News from the Australian authorities regarding upcoming closures

The Australian Department of Home Affairs office of the Australian High Commission Pretoria will close on Friday 22 December and will reopen on Tuesday 2 January 2024.  As an overseas Australian Government office we observe a mix of Australian and South African public holidays. Please Note: The Australian Department of Home Affairs advises that applicants wanting to visit Australia before Christmas Day submit a complete visa application no later than Thursday 7th December 2023. Read More