Sarah
@Sarahk
Danish expat in South Africa
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About me
Danish
Lives in Cape Town
Speaks Danish, English
Registration: 16 May 2011
Partner interviews
I dont know, sorry. :) Just here to follow as I am busy preparing to renew my LPP and apply for my permanent. However the forum seems a bit dead. :( Read More
LIfe Partner Permit by terryZW
I'm a University student studying in Cape Town. I have been dating my South African Partner for over 2 years already and would like to apply for the Life Partner Permit. The VFS site seems pretty confusing though. Does anyone know which ...
Would you care to share what documents you submitted with your application? This is my first time applying with vfs, been through home affairs quite a few times, and just want a heads up on what I can expect. Thanks :) Read More
help- relative permit :-s
Hi. You should apply from the UK, the process here is really slow, contact the embassy and they will send you the forms you need and a list of required documentation. To get the Life Partner Permit LPP you must be co-habitants, I think you are ... Read More
Easter?? Here? by ThrillingLife
Hi everyone To find some info on the Danish Easter, as always I turned to Worktrotter The information is helpful, but I'd also like to get some first-hand info, 'cause I've never experienced the Danish Easter. This year I'm going to spend Easter ...
There is no rules from when you can start sending the letters, however it is on Easter day that you must give and get the Easter eggs, so it must be before that. Normally one would give chocolate Easter eggs, but one can be more creative as well. Read More
Easter?? Here? by ThrillingLife
Hi everyone To find some info on the Danish Easter, as always I turned to Worktrotter The information is helpful, but I'd also like to get some first-hand info, 'cause I've never experienced the Danish Easter. This year I'm going to spend Easter ...
I used to send it to most of my family, grandmother, aunt, uncle, even my mother, to friends and even my school teachers. Just remember you must have enough money to by Easter eggs for everybody if they guess you send them. It is very much something ... Read More
Easter?? Here? by ThrillingLife
Hi everyone To find some info on the Danish Easter, as always I turned to Worktrotter The information is helpful, but I'd also like to get some first-hand info, 'cause I've never experienced the Danish Easter. This year I'm going to spend Easter ...
Hi. Dont stress, really Easter does not have a lot of mistakes you can make, it is just about eating lunch :D And also people do different things, in my family the kids used to get an Easter egg with chocolate and toys in for Easter, we would eat ... Read More
good and reputed hospital in denmark
Hi. Most of the hospitals in Denmark are good, however you will have to make sure that your nursing training is recognized in Denmark, as I think only nurses trained in Denmark, England and Ireland are recognized in Denmark. Also to get a nursing ... Read More
Income tax in Denmark by lostincopenhagen
Hello everyone. I was looking at the wikipage here http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Taxation_in_Denmark to get a grasp of the taxation system in Denmark. I just have a few questions. [b]Income below DKK 42,900 (USD 7,600) (2010-level, adjusted ...
Snaremosevej is in Fredericias only Suburb of Erritsø, it is not fare away so you can still easily live en Fredericia and drive/cycle/take the bus to work. Try looking at www.lejebolig.dk and www.boligportal.dk ans search for what is available in ... Read More
Income tax in Denmark by lostincopenhagen
Hello everyone. I was looking at the wikipage here http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Taxation_in_Denmark to get a grasp of the taxation system in Denmark. I just have a few questions. [b]Income below DKK 42,900 (USD 7,600) (2010-level, adjusted ...
Hi, Fredericia is my home town :D I hope you are going to enjoy it there. The minimum tax % is 38% But with your earnings you might have to pay a higher % Maybe you should contact the company and have them answer the question as they should know ... Read More
question about indskund/deposit in cooperative housing
Hi. I think what you have seen is something called "andels lejligheder", maybe translated to something like semi owned flats, you buy into the cooprative say 895 000 Dkkr and then you pay a rent every month that is cheaper then renting a normal ... Read More
Advice please by gr3gster
I am from South Africa; I would like advice on how my girlfriend from the Ukraine can move over to South Africa permanently or maybe for tow years . We know each other for a few months now just over the net and we would like a two year temporary ...
Maybe you should just invite your GF on a 3 month tourist visa, that is easy to get, and then you will get to know each other a bit. It is very difficult to get a Life Partner Permit or Spousal visa if you have never meet each other, I had to prove ... Read More
LPP and work endorsment - apply in UK or within South Africa
You can only apply for a work endorsment if you have a job offer, it is not a general work endorsment, but an endorsment related to a specific job, if you want to change job you must reapply for a new endorsment. If you do not have a job offer, you ... Read More
Cost of living in Denmark by expat.com
Hi everybody, It would be very interesting and helpful to start a topic about the cost of living in Denmark. Don't forget to mention where you are living Let's compare the: > accommodation prices (how much does it cost to rent or to buy an ...
Hi. Renting through an agency is very expensive, I would try to find some thing privately and only go the agency route if unable to find something. try www.boligportal.dk or www.lejebolig.dk there are other sites as well, just look for them. Good ... Read More
Wedding in Copenhagen
Hi. There are halls you can rent I used to work in a restaurant that has a separate hall where you can bring your own food and drinks or buy it all there, or any combination, try giving them a call +45 33 91 11 48. There are many other pleases like ... Read More
Denmar work visa advice
Hi. I dont know much about applying for visas in DK, but i do know that there are not many loop holes. The best might be if the company got a English branch and you can be employed by them but be "stationed" in DK.... Sorry for not having ... Read More
Looking for assistance in Denmark by omal_k
Hi, My name is Omal. I plan to come to Denmark next year, around April. I am looking for some assistance in getting accommodation, registrations with local authorities, etc, arranged. I will be on immigrant visa. Also since I am completely new to ...
Hi. Maybe you should google Denmark, it will give you a bit of back ground information. Try these sights for job opportunities, www.jobnet.dk and www.jobindex.dk I mus warn you that jobs are very hard to come by if you do not speak danish. Also ... Read More
Finding work in Copenhagen before i arrive,best sites to look at?
Hi. I would advise you to read through older discussions, as this topic have been covered before. In the mean time try, www.jobnet.dk and www.jobindex.dk I must just tell you that if you do not speak danish it is going to be very difficult for you ... Read More
Expat meet up in Cape town?
Any expats in Cape Town wanting to meet up for a picnic, a braai, a drink, or something else. Read More
LPP- Do we have to be in the same country to apply for it?
Hmm, Im really not sure, when I applied for it here in S.A. my BF had to come with me to the H.A. ones. I think I would just contact the consulate in England and apply, then see what happens. It is really frustrating never being able to get a ... Read More
Visa help please! LPP/Spouse visa by BokkieJess
Hi everyone, I am looking for some information about a visa, if you are able to help me. I'm sorry if this has already been answered before, but i can't seem to get a straight answer anywhere, even HA! My situation: my boyfriend (a South African ...
Hi. I did read your PM, however I prefer to answer in the open forums so that other people may also benefit from my answer. You are looking for a straight answer.... Hmmmm good luck. :D Hihi, there are no straight answer when it comes to S.A. ... Read More
Paperwork for Life Partner Visa by giggity44
I am in the process of trying to get all of the paperwork for the life partner visa together with my girlfriend. She is South African and I am American. I have been living here in Johannesburg with her since the beginning of december, last year on a ...
Hmm yes, Home affairs are not very helpful at all, I got a list of items I needed to submit, after gathering everything and I went to apply they said, Oooh ups, we forgot to tell you that you need these items as well I dont remember what the ... Read More
Paperwork for Life Partner Visa by giggity44
I am in the process of trying to get all of the paperwork for the life partner visa together with my girlfriend. She is South African and I am American. I have been living here in Johannesburg with her since the beginning of december, last year on a ...
Hi Giggety. I think you should contact Home affairs and ask them what you need for the application, and also contact the South African embassy/consulate in America and ask them the same, then make sure you got it all, then you should be covered. ... Read More
Spouse Visa by criv
Good morning, My fiancè is Italian but he got green card and he's going to Cape Town for work. He's my boyfriend since 4 year ago. I ask for some information about a Visa for me and Ambassy suggest me to apply for Spouse Visa. I've would like to ...
Being a European citizen I dont see that you should have any problems traveling in and out on a tourist visa. Even if/when you get married it will be easier for you to have a tourist visa. You do not need health insurance to get a tourist visa. If ... Read More
Spouse Visa by criv
Good morning, My fiancè is Italian but he got green card and he's going to Cape Town for work. He's my boyfriend since 4 year ago. I ask for some information about a Visa for me and Ambassy suggest me to apply for Spouse Visa. I've would like to ...
Concordira. No worries :D You are right, there is the way things are supposed to be and the way they happen to be, one of the things that really frustrates me about S.A. (coming from Denmark where everything is very organized and regulated) It is ... Read More
Finding a place to live
Try this side: http://www.findbolig.nu/ I know it is in danish, maybe you can translate with google. Or this one http://www.lejebolig.dk/ With a English option. Good luck to you. Sarah Read More
Spouse Visa by criv
Good morning, My fiancè is Italian but he got green card and he's going to Cape Town for work. He's my boyfriend since 4 year ago. I ask for some information about a Visa for me and Ambassy suggest me to apply for Spouse Visa. I've would like to ...
Criv I would go for the tourist visa, it really is sooooo much easier then spousal/relatives/any other visa. Only if you plan to study you will need at study permit. A study permit is the easiest of the visas to get, besides a tourist visa. ... Read More
Do you believed in a long distance love affair? by JasfurJQ
If you really destine to each other, why not.
Having done it for many years I would not recommend it to others, all the heart each is difficult to cope with. But I would not loose my BF for anything, even though it means that I have to be apart from my country, friends and family or him. ... Read More
What food do you miss from home by haggishunter
When i move i will miss.... Going to the chippie My mum's homemade lentil soup mince and tatties stovies chip buttie with brown sauce shortbread :thanks:
When Im in South Africa I miss Lakrids, as only the Danish make them. When Im in Denmark I miss Biltong, as only the South Africans make them. :D Read More
Spouse Visa by criv
Good morning, My fiancè is Italian but he got green card and he's going to Cape Town for work. He's my boyfriend since 4 year ago. I ask for some information about a Visa for me and Ambassy suggest me to apply for Spouse Visa. I've would like to ...
Concordira: In sep 2011 I applied for a LPP on the grounds that I have been with my S.A. BF for many years, 3 of which where we lived together. We entered into a registered partnership (not a marriage), when I received my visa back in May 2012 I got ... Read More
Spouse Visa by criv
Good morning, My fiancè is Italian but he got green card and he's going to Cape Town for work. He's my boyfriend since 4 year ago. I ask for some information about a Visa for me and Ambassy suggest me to apply for Spouse Visa. I've would like to ...
Hmm, Im even more confused. Are you and your BF Italien? And are you going to come to S.A.?? (What does that have to do with the States??) You do NOT have to be married to get a spousal visa to S.A. you can be in a registered partnership. You must ... Read More
Where are people finding LPP forms from.....It's a nightmare!
The best thing is to contact the consulate and get them to send you the forms, some (medical and radiology) you can get online, others not. Stupid question, are you sure you are ringing the right number?? When I call the consulate in CPH there is ... Read More
Help needed regarding life partner permit by Matt101
Hi my name is Matt, and I currently live in the UK, where I was born. My girlfriend of 4 1/2 years is South African and moved back a couple of years ago. I stayed in the UK to study, now that i am finished I hope to move out to South Africa, and a ...
Hi Matt For the LPP it is very important to have proof of cohabitation, without that you will not be able to get the LPP, proof can be official letters send to you and your GF on the same address, it can be leases or testimony from a landlord etc. ... Read More
SPOUSAL VISA
Hi. I would advise you to read some of the old discussions, we have talked a lot about that already. Also contact the S.A. consulate/embassy in your country and see what options you have, Your children can get S.A. ids easily if you are still S.A. ... Read More
South African Airport Customs
Hi. They do not check the context of your computer, you will have to take your computer out of the bag and then it will be exrayed, but that is it. Read More
change tourist visa to family reunification
Hi. There is no way you can change your tourist visa to another visa, you also can not apply for another visa while in DK on a tourist visa. Regards Sarah Read More
Advice on visas for my American Girlfriend to join me in South Africa
Hi. I dont think you would be able to get a LPP if you do not have cohabitation, maybe you should look into another visa option. What is your GF planning to do while in S.A. maybe she should study and get a study permit, or work as a volunteer ... Read More
Study or Spousal Visa?
Hi, I would apply for a study visa, I have applied and obtained both, and study visa was way easier to get. Also I dont think you would be able to get an LPP if your partner does not live in S.A. If you contact the S.A. consulate they should be ... Read More
LPP - apply in UK or SA??
Hi. I would advise you to apply for the LPP in the UK, it takes a vary looooong time in SA, Mine took 10 months to be processed, that is not including the 12 weeks I waited for the police clearance. All in all it took me more than a year, mind you ... Read More
Supporting documents for Visa by sjooste
Hi All, I am a British citizen and married my South African Husband in March. I have been to South africa house to ask about supporting documents for my application to move to South Africa with him. I have been told that I need: Marriage ...
Hi. You must not forget prove of cohabitation. (or maybe you dont need that since you are married, do check that) It is correct what concordira wrote, I would just like to elaborate, for the work endorsement you need a: Official job offer, ... Read More
UK to SA: LPP + Temp or Perm Residence? by technicidat
Hello everyone, Firstly I must say, this is a great forum. Could not have got to the stage we have without it! Since I cant seem to get any answers from the SA officials, I'm hoping someone here can help. Our situation: I'm a SA citizen (with UK ...
Hi. You can only apply for permanent residence once you have lived legally in S.A. for more than 5 years. I think you are a bit confused with all the visas, you should apply for the LPP aka relative/spousal visa, which are all temporary visas, you ... Read More
Temporary Life Partner Visa, please HELP!! by KirstenMckie
Hi! I am just wondering if you would be able to give me any information about the temporary life partner visa. I am a UK citizen and currently living over here, yet my boyfriend is a SA citizen and living in Cape Town. I want to move over there, ...
Hi KirstenMckie and debi13. (debi13, I did read your post) I would absolutely advice you to apply from your home country, Really I cannot stress enough how much easier it is to apply at an embassy than at home affairs (HA) in S.A. I just received ... Read More
Have you recently gotten a job offer though you had no work permit?
Hi. I remember, and am sorry for not replying, but I do not have them anymore. Try gumtree, I have seen them there before. Ang goodluck finding a job. Regards Sarah Read More
Have you recently gotten a job offer though you had no work permit?
Hi. I wish it was different, but no, you have to get that job offer.. Regards Sarah Read More
LLP vs Spousal (Time Frame/Cost/Work/Immigration Help?) by ZANM
Hi! I'm currently in South Africa on a Tourist Visa and have a South African partner. I've read the Life Partner Permit can take months to acquire. The immigration company who is currently assisting us suggests 2 months to complete the process. ...
Hi Zanm. LLP and spousal is the same visa. The only difference is on the spousal you are married on the LLP you are in a registered relationship. I have never been married, but I think it is easier to enter into a registered relationship. I ... Read More
start Visa process by pranav07
hello guys, I am about to start Visa process under danish green card scheme. I am a mechanical engineer & MBA from symbiosis with 4 years of work experience in Supply chain. 1) I wish to know scope of jobs in "supply chain" domain I mean should ...
Hi, I dont know much about getting a work visa for Norway, maybe you should post something about that on the Norwegian forum. I do know however, that Norway does NOT have a Green Card scheme. Good luck to you. Read More
wanted to visit my danish boyfriend.. by engeli joen
hi expat... my danish boyfriend is inviting me to come to his place this august. and i would like it too. is it really possible? i know i need to have the visa to enter denmark. and when i look over the requirements i need to have the invitation ...
Hi. Yes I agree with you that some of the requirements for a visa is very intrusive and of a personal matter. I cannot answer your question as to why they want to know these things. My South African boyfriend came to visit me in DK when I was ... Read More
Accompany spouse permit + work permit problems by sunshine22
Hi I am originally from Mauritius and came to Port Elizabeth to study. It has been six years since I am in PE. I got married last year in July to a South African citizen. In mid-November 2011, I decided to apply to change my study permit to an ...
Funniest thing though, Home Affairs are blaming the delay on the post office... :D Read More
Accompany spouse permit + work permit problems by sunshine22
Hi I am originally from Mauritius and came to Port Elizabeth to study. It has been six years since I am in PE. I got married last year in July to a South African citizen. In mid-November 2011, I decided to apply to change my study permit to an ...
Hi. Any news on your permit yet? I was told mine has been approved, now I am just waiting (for more than 6 weeks) for the visa to come back from Pretoria.... Soooooo frustrating. Read More
Moving to SA by JC125
Hi All My boyfriend and I are (both from the UK) are currently filling out our Visa applications with a view to moving to SA within the next couple of years. He is looking at moving to the Johannesburg area as he thinks it will be best for work ...
Hi. Other bigger cities like Cape Town and Durban also have lots of employment opportunities, though maybe not as many as Joburg. But In my opinion C.T. is a much more friendly city to live in and work in for expats.. Also dont just think about job ... Read More
Life Partner permit questions/clarity by KelvinT
Hi guys I'm from New Zealand and my girlfriend is a South African, she has recently moved back to South Africa and I want to join her so we are looking at applying for a Life partner permit. I just have a few questions regarding the application and ...
Hi. Just remember that depending where you come from there are different rules, European passport holders can get at a free 3 month holiday visa upon arrival in S.A. only requirement is that they have a return ticket. Read More
Life Partner permit questions/clarity by KelvinT
Hi guys I'm from New Zealand and my girlfriend is a South African, she has recently moved back to South Africa and I want to join her so we are looking at applying for a Life partner permit. I just have a few questions regarding the application and ...
Hi. 1) I am not 100% sure if you are interpreting that correct.. Is it stated like that? When I applied for my LPP (I did that in S.A.) I had to bring my partner with me when I applied, and he had to have his ID with him, in my application there was ... Read More
immigration visa
Hi. Everybody living in S.A. who are not S.A. citizens need a visa, If you are just coming on holiday you get a 3 month holiday visa in the airport, that is free and everybody can get it. If you are want to stay here for longer you can prolong the ... Read More
Franco South African Marriage contract
Hi. The marriage will be recognized in South Africa, as long as it is recognized in the country where the marriage was performed., just make sure you have the marriage certificate. Also if you marry in S.A. the marriage will still be valid in other ... Read More
Study question
Sorry, you will have to contact www.vuc.d or www.aof.dk or check out www.nyidanmark.dk Read More
TESL, Is finding a job teaching english realistic? by EmileynAfrica
I am out of college, studied abroad at University of Cape Town (UCT) and in Rome, fell in love with Cape Town, and a man, and will do absolutely anything to get back there, even if it is just for a year. All I need is to make enough money to ...
Hi. If you are desperate for a job, there are a few online marketing jobs going around, they are recruiting all the time, maybe they are looking from a native from the US or UK, try looking at gumtree.co.za and see what you can find, they will ... Read More
Driving Test
Hi. Yes you can get a drivers license as a non S.A. citezen. I am not sure about the specifics though, maybe you should contact the traffic department and get it from the horses mouth. Regards Sarah Read More
Accompany spouse permit + work permit problems by sunshine22
Hi I am originally from Mauritius and came to Port Elizabeth to study. It has been six years since I am in PE. I got married last year in July to a South African citizen. In mid-November 2011, I decided to apply to change my study permit to an ...
Hi. Sorry, LPP Life Partner Permit :D Hmm, that does sound very rude, is that from the DHA call center (0800 60 11 90) , because I have been calling them every 2 weeks and never get a directly rude reply, useless at must but not rude. Hmm I dont ... Read More
ukrainian looking for a job in Denmark by Kris777
Hello everybody! I am Ukrainian, living and working in Dubai in Hospitality industry. Now I decided that its time to make my dream to come true- to go live and work to Europe. I think now Denmark is one of the best destinations for that...how it ...
Hi Kris. Im also trained in the hospitality industry, one thing I can tell you, you WILL need to know Danish before getting a job, if it is a front of house position... Also you might find that getting a green card can be difficult in this ... Read More
Living in Denmark
Hi. Try to read through some of the old discussions, we have talk a lot about all the areas where you need information. In regards to job specific, try to search online for available jobs and see if they match your qualification. Good luck to ... Read More
Study question
Hi. DK has lots of danish classes for beginners, contact you local VUC for details. They used to be free, but not anymore, sorry.. Sarah Read More
Movin to SA with my children to be with my partner
Hi. Yes the process is very long and tiresome. But as Quovadis said, if you are patient you will get your visa, contact your SA consulate and get them to send you the requirements. Good Luck to you Sarah Read More
Making the move to SA no idea about visas please help! by lynch33
Hey I am hoping to move to SA this year and just need a bit of advise, finding it difficult to get information about visas online. So i am a registered adult nurse and have been qualified and working for 2 years now in the UK. My boyfriend is ...
Hi. I would contact the SA consulate in you country and get them to send you the requirements for both visas, that way you can see what will be the best visa for you. If applying for a work visa you have to have a job offer (that can be difficult ... Read More
Accompany spouse permit + work permit problems by sunshine22
Hi I am originally from Mauritius and came to Port Elizabeth to study. It has been six years since I am in PE. I got married last year in July to a South African citizen. In mid-November 2011, I decided to apply to change my study permit to an ...
Hi. I applied for my LPP in august and is still waiting, so you really just have to be patient. I hear they are still only processing applications from June and July. Good Luck Sarah Read More
How to apply for a spousal permit? by concordira
Hello to everybody! I have a question to ask... I've searched in the Net and got really confused after reading some of topics on applying for a spousal or relative's permit. I'm in SA on a visitor's visa (intended marriage) which expires on the 17th ...
Hi. Yes it is true you can get the forms for medical and x-ray on the net, but the application form, you have to collect at the DHA office. BTW congretulation on the marriage:-) I wish you much happyness. Read More
Need a straight answer - Spousal Visa by matflat
Hi, I'm new here and have been looking around the internet and have spoken to many people and departments but it is like banging my head against a brick wall. We have the following scenario to navigate around. My wife is south african and we have ...
Hi Concordira. Thanks for letting me know, it is really amazing how depending on who you ask you get different answers, and it seems that the workers at DHA NEVER know the right answer.. Hihi, it is a good thing that we can help each other on ... Read More
life partner visa by nel9
Hey, I noticed that there are some posts for this topic but haven't found out if one can leave South Africa while the visa application is pending. I'm planning to move there in June 2012 and I'm going for a visit in March and was thinking about ...
Hi. Yes, you are allowed to leave, but keep in mind that when returning you will need a valid visa to enter on, if that is a turist visa you still need to have a return ticket to get that visa. Read More
Need a straight answer - Spousal Visa by matflat
Hi, I'm new here and have been looking around the internet and have spoken to many people and departments but it is like banging my head against a brick wall. We have the following scenario to navigate around. My wife is south african and we have ...
Just remember that you can only apply fpr PR when you have lived legally in SA for at least 5 years. Also Mat, they asked me for 4 letters from friends stating that you and wife are living together in a relationship. (Im nut sure if you will need ... Read More
Life Partner Visa by Steph89
Hi, Im planning on moving to SA at the end of the year to be with my boyfriend. I think the visa I should be applying for is a life partner visa. Does anybody know if it is necessary to have work secured(ie. a contract signed by an employer) before ...
I was given a list at Home afgfairs, I also appliep for a drifferent visa from the S.A. consulate in CPH, there I also got a list of everything I needed. So I think you must just cntact the consulate and get it straight from the horses mouth. :) Read More
Can a pensioner move to Denmark?
Hi. As far as I know, if you have a visa to a Schengen country you can live in any other Schengen country, about medical insurance, I do not know. Good luck with it. Regards Sarah Read More
Life Partner Visa by Steph89
Hi, Im planning on moving to SA at the end of the year to be with my boyfriend. I think the visa I should be applying for is a life partner visa. Does anybody know if it is necessary to have work secured(ie. a contract signed by an employer) before ...
Hi. I would advise you to apply from your home country, it takes a long time to get anything here, you should properly apply for the LPP with a business endorsement, I am in the process of getting an LPP, however it has been more than 6 months now, ... Read More
Need a straight answer - Spousal Visa by matflat
Hi, I'm new here and have been looking around the internet and have spoken to many people and departments but it is like banging my head against a brick wall. We have the following scenario to navigate around. My wife is south african and we have ...
Hi. I would contact the S.A. consulate, they will be able to answer your questions, and also make sure to get your visa while still in your own country, applying for anything in S.A. is a mission.. I have been waiting more than 6 months for my LPP, ... Read More
How to apply for a spousal permit? by concordira
Hello to everybody! I have a question to ask... I've searched in the Net and got really confused after reading some of topics on applying for a spousal or relative's permit. I'm in SA on a visitor's visa (intended marriage) which expires on the 17th ...
Hi. Unfortunately you have to go to a Home Affairs office to get the forms, you cannot down load them. I would also advice you to start the process now, it can take a really long time to get all the documentation gathered. I have never heard about ... Read More
Immigration Amendment Act? - LPP Netherlands - South Africa by Lindsey.dV
Hallo everyone, :) I have read different stories on this forum about the immigration amendment act having changed in June 2011. And my first question concerning the Life Partner Permit was the following; - Before it was possible to apply for the ...
Hi Lindsey You must make sure that you can apply for the LPP while on a holiday visa, I am not sure if you are still allowed to do that. Also I applied for my LPP in September and I am still waiting, calling Home Affaires every week, but I am just ... Read More
I am scottish and want to move to south africa to be with my partner by lynseylou21
Looking for advise,,, I am Scottish and looking at all options that will allow me to stay in South Africa, Cape Town with my partner. I have been in a 5 month relationship with my South African partner who I met working on the cruise ships, I am ...
Hi. I would recommend you to read through old posts on the forum, we have covered this subject a lot. Getting a visa can be quite difficult, maybe you should contact the S.A. consulate in Scotland and enquire about your options, if you want the LPP ... Read More
Deadliest websit I have ever seen by lahore5
Hi to all,sorry to say that this is the most deadliest blog site I have ever seen. People are reluctant to share their actual experience or even guide properly.
Hi! :) I am not an accountant and I do not know much about the field, maybe you should rather contact official accountant organizations for specific information. Regards Sarah Read More
Deadliest websit I have ever seen by lahore5
Hi to all,sorry to say that this is the most deadliest blog site I have ever seen. People are reluctant to share their actual experience or even guide properly.
Nobody is forcing you to use this site, if it is not useful to you, go somewhere else. I find it very useful and enjoy sharing my own expat experiences. Read More
English speaking Copenhagen Jobs? by 007vancouver
Hi everyone, Could anybody help advise me as to where I can find English speaking jobs in Copenhagen? I've visited the city a few times and would like to work there for a while, but my Danish is not up to scratch, though my English and French are ...
Hi. Finding English speaking jobs in CPH is very difficult, what is your profession? If you have a very specialised profession you might be able to find something, but finding general jobs where you speak English, impossible.. Good Luck with ... Read More
urgent help for indian -- Denmark GC Qurery
Hi. I would recommend you to look through previous discussions on this forum, we have already covered the areas you are enquiring about. Good Luck with everything. Regards Sarah Read More
English speaking jobs in Copenhagen by Gemineb
Hi All I have recently moved to Copenhagen and am currently sourcing work oppurtunities. I am finding it hard to find work, I know the economic situation in Europe is tough and I take that into account but the availability of work for english ...
Hi Gem. I did see your PM, I prefer to communicate in public forum where other people/expats can benefits from the conversations as well:-) I have said it many times before: it is very difficult to get a job without being able to speak Danish, ... Read More
Considering Copenhagen by cleochicago
I'm a 19-year-old girl considering moving to Copenhagen in the future. I can't afford it as of right now but I'm still doing research and planning a trip up there before I make a decision to move. 1. What are the "bad" neighborhoods in Copenhagen ...
Just an afterthought: And please consider this the best advise ever given to you... If you are serious about wanting to immigrate to DK you should start learning Danish now, in DK people do speak English, but that language people use to communicate ... Read More
Immigration to S.A. by Tarek Fouad
Hello, I am an Egyptian and currently living in Cairo ,willing to relcoate and settle down in South Africa due to a several reasons . Can any one help me what's the best way to be legally a permanent resident.Thanx.
Lastly you can only apply for permanent residency ones you have lived legally in S.A. for more than 5 years. Read More
Immigration to S.A. by Tarek Fouad
Hello, I am an Egyptian and currently living in Cairo ,willing to relcoate and settle down in South Africa due to a several reasons . Can any one help me what's the best way to be legally a permanent resident.Thanx.
Hi, I did see that you PMed me, but I prefer communicating on the open forum where other people can also benefit from the conversations. Firstly you must contact the South African consulate in Egypt to find out what specific requirements they have ... Read More
Considering Copenhagen by cleochicago
I'm a 19-year-old girl considering moving to Copenhagen in the future. I can't afford it as of right now but I'm still doing research and planning a trip up there before I make a decision to move. 1. What are the "bad" neighborhoods in Copenhagen ...
Hi. Im sorry I laughed so hard when I read your post:D It seams you think all Danes are albinos addicted to growth hormones and steroids, just waiting to find a dark haired petit American girl whom they can attack. I know that it can be difficult ... Read More
Income tax in Denmark by lostincopenhagen
Hello everyone. I was looking at the wikipage here http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Taxation_in_Denmark to get a grasp of the taxation system in Denmark. I just have a few questions. [b]Income below DKK 42,900 (USD 7,600) (2010-level, adjusted ...
Hi. I did not understand one little bit of what you just wrote, and I am Danish:D!! Let me try and explain the tax to you in a simple way, it is really not that difficult when you are paying the tax because tax is deducted from your pay before it ... Read More
Job in Denmark by ajithg51
I am a Telecommunication Engineer. Planing to work in Denmark. Pls assit me to find a jon in Denmark
Hi. Hm I see. I wish you good luck with it. I do believe that if you want something and is willing to work for it, you will archive your goals. If you have any questions please do not hesitate, but I do not know if I can be helpful, with ... Read More
finding work in CT
Hi. You have the same rights when you are married as when you are in a registered partnership, the LLP, Life Partner Permit. I send you a PM:-) Regards Sarah Read More
Job in Denmark by ajithg51
I am a Telecommunication Engineer. Planing to work in Denmark. Pls assit me to find a jon in Denmark
Hi Le. Try to check the websites I mentioned before to see what jobs are available in your field, Denmark is in a recession and companies are generally laying off people and not hiring. Sorry for asking, but why not go to Sweden instead, ... Read More
Getting Married (Temporary Visa expiring shortly) by raidensurfer
Hello, I wonder if someone can help me. I am supposed to be married on the 16th of December but my visa expires beforehand which is problematic. We know you can't marry on an expired passport visa so I have to be married legally before my church ...
Hi. I my visa expired in September, and I am currently waiting for my new visa to come through. I am still legally in S.A. while I am waiting for the visa. I am also applying for a spousal visa. What I am trying to say is that as long as you apply ... Read More
We have been living together for 3 years, but we dont have a joint a/c by Yueli
Hi there, I am currently preparing all the documents for life partner permit. there is one thing that i am missing: Joint bank account statement. We have been living together for 3 years, but we dont have a joint account... Does anyone know what ...
9 MONTHS??? OMG.. Really? That is so long, I am going crazy here. Calling home affairs every week and going to the office every two weeks.. I also got all the documents certified, I also made copies of everything that I also got certified. I got a ... Read More
Job in Denmark by ajithg51
I am a Telecommunication Engineer. Planing to work in Denmark. Pls assit me to find a jon in Denmark
Hi Steppy. I do not know much about your field of work. Try these two websites (www.jobnet.dk and www.jobindex.dk) and see what positions are available in your field. Maybe you can also visit websites of companies in your field, like Novartis. I ... Read More
We have been living together for 3 years, but we dont have a joint a/c by Yueli
Hi there, I am currently preparing all the documents for life partner permit. there is one thing that i am missing: Joint bank account statement. We have been living together for 3 years, but we dont have a joint account... Does anyone know what ...
Hi Poli. How long did it take from you submitted the documents to you had your permit? I have been waiting for about 3,5 months now. Regards Sarah Read More
Cost of living in Denmark by expat.com
Hi everybody, It would be very interesting and helpful to start a topic about the cost of living in Denmark. Don't forget to mention where you are living Let's compare the: > accommodation prices (how much does it cost to rent or to buy an ...
Hi. I am speaking under correction do too the fact that I have not lived for longer periods of time in DK for quite a number of years now so things could have gone more expensive. But I would say that you will pay about 2000 - 3000 dkkr per month ... Read More
Cost of living in Denmark by expat.com
Hi everybody, It would be very interesting and helpful to start a topic about the cost of living in Denmark. Don't forget to mention where you are living Let's compare the: > accommodation prices (how much does it cost to rent or to buy an ...
Hi. Yes it will be enough for you to live on. You might also consider living a bit outside of CPH then you will be able to find a place for half the price of what you would pay in CPH and then travel 20 -30 minutes with the train. Lots of people ... Read More
Job in Denmark by ajithg51
I am a Telecommunication Engineer. Planing to work in Denmark. Pls assit me to find a jon in Denmark
Hi. I m sorry, but I do not know any online lessons, maybe you should start a new discussion about that on the Danish forum, maybe other expats will know. I suppose you can always buy E-Books online..! Sorry to be at no help:-) Regards Sarah Read More
We have been living together for 3 years, but we dont have a joint a/c by Yueli
Hi there, I am currently preparing all the documents for life partner permit. there is one thing that i am missing: Joint bank account statement. We have been living together for 3 years, but we dont have a joint account... Does anyone know what ...
Hi. I cannot remember what the form was called, or what pages I filled out. Maybe you should ask at home affairs about that. Also I could not find the forms online, can you maybe send me a link so I can see if they are the same? Was an agent going ... Read More
We have been living together for 3 years, but we dont have a joint a/c by Yueli
Hi there, I am currently preparing all the documents for life partner permit. there is one thing that i am missing: Joint bank account statement. We have been living together for 3 years, but we dont have a joint account... Does anyone know what ...
Hi. Yes I did myself. And you? Are you thinking about getting help from an agent? :D Read More
Cost of living in Denmark by expat.com
Hi everybody, It would be very interesting and helpful to start a topic about the cost of living in Denmark. Don't forget to mention where you are living Let's compare the: > accommodation prices (how much does it cost to rent or to buy an ...
Hi. First of all, what money and the government? In DK, for DK and EU students there is no tuition, and DK students get a salary from the government to study. The salary is about DKKR5000per month, you can live for that but that is really the ... Read More
Job in Denmark by ajithg51
I am a Telecommunication Engineer. Planing to work in Denmark. Pls assit me to find a jon in Denmark
HI. I must admit I do not know much about your field of work. I think that a person can never have enough skills, but DK is a country where everything is regulated, to be a hair dresser you have to have a 3year diploma, the same for a beautician. ... Read More
We have been living together for 3 years, but we dont have a joint a/c by Yueli
Hi there, I am currently preparing all the documents for life partner permit. there is one thing that i am missing: Joint bank account statement. We have been living together for 3 years, but we dont have a joint account... Does anyone know what ...
Hi. You can contact Home Affaires on 0800 60 11 90. I was told that I must just prove that we both have funds and then write a letter to say that we have shared financial responsabilities. At CT they acceptet that. Good Luck, Im still waiting to ... Read More
is it safe to live in south africa with family by rajikamu
Hi, iam indian we got an oppurtunity to work in capetown is it safe i read that crime rate is more plz suggest me. how much sal i can expect for software professsionals abt schools when the acadamic year starts my kid is nw 3.8y please help me ...
Hi. Is it safe you ask...! Is it safe anywhere, really? I think safety is really relative, and depends very much on your own behaviour. I have live in Cape Town for years now and never had anything bad happen, but then again I know how to behave. ... Read More