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They will not qualify for government support, but there may be community programmes that could help.
There are a few possible options, but the best route may be to get legal help.
Unfortunately, Home Affairs does not grant visitor's visas to people who apply in terms of their minor South African children.
You can apply for the child support grant if your partner is a refugee or permanent resident.
Email the refugee reception office where your last extension was made.
No, only South Africans can apply for SA identity documents. Here is how to renew your asylum permit online.
Section 22 documents give the holder the right to work and study in South Africa.
Unfortunately, Home Affairs has not communicated what will happen when the ZEPs expire on 31 December 2021.
Home Affairs online asylum renewal process has not yet started.
You need to apply at the nearest Refugee Reception Office, but all the offices are closed during lockdown.