Immigration consultants · Glen Marais, Kempton Park
South African Visas, Permits & Permanent Residence – Done Right
For more than 20 years, Immigration Galore has helped families reunite, students enrol, professionals take up jobs and investors build businesses in South Africa. We find your right route, prepare an application Home Affairs can say yes to, and stay with you until the outcome.
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- Expert consultationhonest, in-depth assessment
- Open 7 days08:00 – 18:00, incl. weekends
- Since 200420+ years of casework
- Glen Marais basedKempton Park, near OR Tambo
Quick answer
What does Immigration Galore do?
Immigration Galore SA CC is a South African immigration consultancy in Glen Marais, Kempton Park, established in 2004. We assess which visa or permit you qualify for, prepare complete applications under the Immigration Act 13 of 2002, book your VFS Global appointment and track the application with Home Affairs. We handle temporary residence visas, work and critical skills visas, study visas, spousal and relative's visas, business visas, permanent residence, appeals, waivers and refugee-related matters – with consultations available seven days a week.
Call 073 283 7916, WhatsApp 072 561 3097, or email [email protected].
- Established
- 2004
- Office
- Glen Marais, Kempton Park, 1619
- Services
- Visas, PR, appeals, waivers
- Consultations
- By appointment, 7 days
- Our fee
- Quoted per case after your consultation
- Hours
- Mon–Sun 08:00–18:00
01Our services
Every South African visa and permit, under one roof
Choose your situation for requirements, the process and FAQs – or book a consultation and we will point you to the right route.
Temporary residenceTemporary Residence Visas
Every Section 11–22 temporary visa: visitor, spousal, study, work, business, medical, retired and more.
- New applications & renewals
- Change of status inside SA
- VFS submission support
ApplicationsVisa & Permit Applications
Complete, checked application packs for any South African visa or permit, prepared and tracked for you.
- Document checklist & review
- VFS appointment booking
- Tracking until outcome
WorkWork Visas
General work, critical skills and intra-company transfer visas for employees and the companies hiring them.
- Critical Skills List checks
- SAQA & professional body steps
- Employer compliance advice
StudyStudy Visas
Study visas for universities, colleges and schools, including minors, renewals and course changes.
- Acceptance letter to approval
- Medical cover & funds proof
- Part-time work rules explained
FamilyRelative's Visas
Join a South African citizen or permanent resident who is your parent, child, sibling, grandparent or grandchild.
- Kinship proof & sponsorship
- Financial undertaking pack
- Renewals & dependants
PermanentPermanent Residence
Section 26 and 27 permanent residence: work, spouse, child, critical skills, business, retired and financially independent.
- Route & eligibility assessment
- Police & medical clearances
- Long-wait follow-ups
AppealsAppeals & Reviews
Visa or permit refused? Section 8 appeals to the Director-General and the Minister, drafted against the exact refusal reasons.
- Refusal letter analysed
- 10-working-day deadline managed
- Undesirable status upliftment
WaiversWaivers & Exemptions
Section 31(2)(c) waivers and exceptional-circumstance applications when a standard requirement cannot be met.
- Good-cause motivation letters
- Change of status from inside SA
- Missing-document waivers
VisitorVisitor's Visa Kempton Park
Visitor's visas and extensions for tourists, family visits, business trips, volunteers and researchers.
- 90-day & longer-stay visas
- Extensions before expiry
- Invitation & funds letters
BusinessBusiness Visa Kempton Park
Section 15 business visas for investors and entrepreneurs opening or buying a business in South Africa.
- Business plan & CA certificate
- dtic recommendation
- Local hiring undertaking
FamilyRelative's Visa Kempton Park
Local help for East Rand families bringing a parent, child or sibling to live with them in South Africa.
- Face-to-face in Glen Marais
- Sponsor documents checked
- Renewals handled
RefugeeRefugee Permit Kempton Park
Guidance on asylum and refugee documents, renewals, appeals and the road to permanent residence for refugees.
- Plain-language process guidance
- Section 27(d) PR for refugees
- Status change advice
02Compare
Temporary visa, permanent residence or appeal – where do you fit?
Most enquiries fall into one of these three situations.
| Temporary residence visa | Permanent residence | Appeal or waiver | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Your situation | You want to visit, study, work, join family or invest | You have qualified to stay permanently | You were refused, overstayed or cannot meet a requirement |
| Law | Sections 11–22, Immigration Act | Sections 26–27, Immigration Act | Sections 8, 30 and 31, Immigration Act |
| Typical timing | Weeks to months | Many months | Urgent – strict deadlines |
| Start here | Temporary residence | Permanent residence | Appeals · Waivers |
03Avoid refusals
Why South African visa applications get refused – and how we prevent it
Applying too late
Renewals and changes of status should be lodged well before your current visa expires – ideally at least 60 days ahead. Late applications risk an overstay.
Expired or wrong documents
Police clearances, medical reports and bank statements have validity periods. One out-of-date page can sink an otherwise strong application.
Weak or missing motivation
Home Affairs decides on paper. A clear motivation letter that links every document to the legal requirement makes the officer’s decision easy.
Untranslated or unapostilled papers
Foreign documents usually need sworn translations into English and, where applicable, an apostille or authentication.
04Fees
How our fees work – and why we don't publish a price list
No fixed packages – fees reflect the real complexity of your matter, and you always know the cost before you commit.
There is no fixed price list on this site on purpose. The work behind immigration services depends on your category, your family, your paperwork and your history in South Africa, so a one-size price would either overcharge simple cases or under-prepare complex ones.
Your consultation is a paid, in-depth session with an experienced consultant – not a sales call. The consultation fee is confirmed when you book, before anything is charged, and you leave with real answers whether or not you go ahead with us. If you want us to handle the application, that work is quoted in writing before it starts. Government (Department of Home Affairs) and VFS Global fees are separate, set by them and paid directly.
Not sure you need a consultation? WhatsApp a short question to 072 561 3097 and we will tell you honestly whether you do. If a simple renewal is all you need, we will say so.
What your consultation gives you
- A full review of your documents and immigration history
- The exact visa or permit route we recommend, and why
- A personalised document checklist you keep
- Honest risks and realistic timelines – stated up front
- A written quote for any application work, with no obligation
What shapes the fee for your case?
Visa category
A visitor's visa extension is far simpler than a business visa or permanent residence.
Number of applicants
Spouses, children and dependants each need their own documents and forms.
Document readiness
Whether certificates, clearances, translations and apostilles are already in hand.
Case history
Previous refusals, overstays, undesirable status or a change of status add work.
Urgency
Tight deadlines – such as a 10-working-day appeal window – need priority handling.
Independent consultancy. Immigration Galore SA CC is a private immigration consultancy. We are not the Department of Home Affairs or VFS Global. Decisions are made by Home Affairs, and no consultant can lawfully guarantee an outcome – what we guarantee is a complete, correct and well-motivated application.
05How it works
From first question to final outcome in 5 steps
One consultant guides your case from the first conversation to the decision letter.
Book your consultation
Call, WhatsApp or send the form to book. In your consultation we review your full situation and documents, and tell you honestly which visa or permit route fits – and whether you qualify.
Written route & document list
You get a personalised checklist for your exact category, with notes on certificates, translations, clearances and the order to collect them in.
Fee agreed before work starts
Because no two cases are the same, we quote your professional fee in writing once we understand the complexity. Government and VFS fees are shown separately.
Pack prepared & checked
We draft motivation letters and forms, check every page against the Immigration Regulations and book your VFS Global appointment.
Submit, track & follow up
We track the application with VFS and Home Affairs, answer requests for more information and explain the outcome – including next steps if you need to appeal.
06Why Immigration Galore
Why families and employers choose Immigration Galore
Immigration is too important for guesswork. This is what working with us looks like.
Since 2004
More than 20 years of South African immigration casework – through every major change to the Immigration Act and Regulations.
An honest assessment first
If you do not qualify yet, we tell you plainly – before you spend money on an application – and show you what would change the answer.
Checked before it reaches VFS
Most refusals come from missing, expired or wrong documents. Every page is checked against the current requirements before submission.
Open 7 days a week
We are available Mon–Sun 08:00–18:00, including weekends, so you can consult without taking leave from work.
One consultant, start to finish
The person who assesses your case is the person who prepares it and follows it up. You never have to repeat your story.
Local in Glen Marais
Based in Kempton Park, minutes from the R21 and OR Tambo, with clients across Gauteng and the rest of South Africa.
07Service area
Immigration help across Kempton Park, Ekurhuleni, Johannesburg and South Africa
Immigration Galore works from Glen Marais in Kempton Park, a few minutes from the R21 and R25 and about 15 minutes from OR Tambo International Airport. Clients meet us in person by appointment, or handle the whole process by phone, WhatsApp and email – which is how we assist people in Cape Town, Durban and abroad.
Getting to us
- R21 and R25 – a few minutes from our office
- OR Tambo International Airport – about 15 minutes
- Kempton Park CBD and Kempton Park Home Affairs – about 10 minutes
- Benoni, Boksburg, Germiston and Midrand – 20 to 30 minutes
Areas we serve
- Glen Marais
- Birchleigh
- Norkem Park
- Edleen
- Bonaero Park
- Aston Manor
- Rhodesfield
- Van Riebeeck Park
- Kempton Park CBD
- Isando
- Tembisa
- Midrand
- Edenvale
- Bedfordview
- Germiston
- Boksburg
- Benoni
- Brakpan
- Springs
- Alberton
- Sandton
- Randburg
- Fourways
- Rosebank
- Johannesburg CBD
- Centurion
- Pretoria
Outside Gauteng? Most of our work can be done by phone, WhatsApp and email – call 073 283 7916 to confirm.
08FAQs
Immigration Galore FAQs
Straight answers to the questions our clients ask most.
What does Immigration Galore do?
Immigration Galore SA CC is a South African immigration consultancy in Glen Marais, Kempton Park. Since 2004 we have prepared and tracked visa, permit, permanent residence, appeal and waiver applications for individuals, families and employers.
Do you charge for a consultation?
Yes. A consultation is an in-depth session in which an experienced consultant reviews your documents and immigration history, so it is a paid service. The fee is confirmed when you book – before anything is charged – and you leave with clear answers whether or not you go ahead with us. You are welcome to WhatsApp a quick question first, and we will tell you honestly whether you need a consultation at all.
Why don’t you publish prices?
Immigration fees depend on complexity – the visa category, the number of applicants, your documents and your history. We quote our professional fee in writing per case after your consultation, so you only pay for the work your case needs. Government and VFS Global fees are separate.
Can you guarantee my visa will be approved?
No consultant can lawfully guarantee approval, because the Department of Home Affairs makes the decision. We guarantee a complete, correct and well-motivated application – which is the best way to get a yes.
Do I need to visit your office?
No. Many clients work with us entirely by phone, WhatsApp and email. In-person consultations in Glen Marais are by appointment.
Where are visa applications submitted?
Inside South Africa, through VFS Global visa centres, which pass them to Home Affairs. Outside South Africa, through the South African mission or its VFS centre.
What should I do if my visa is about to expire?
Contact us immediately. Renewals and changes of status should be lodged before expiry – ideally at least 60 days ahead – to avoid an overstay and a possible ban.
When are you available?
Mon–Sun 08:00–18:00, seven days a week, including weekends.
Which areas do you serve?
Kempton Park, Benoni, Germiston, Boksburg, Johannesburg, Midrand, Pretoria and the rest of Gauteng in person, and clients across South Africa and abroad remotely.
09Consultation
Book your immigration consultation
Tell us where you stand and what you need. A consultant replies within one business day – usually the same day – with the recommended next step and the consultation fee for your matter. No obligation to book. Prefer to talk? Call 073 283 7916.
Consulting hours
- Monday08:00 – 18:00
- Tuesday08:00 – 18:00
- Wednesday08:00 – 18:00
- Thursday08:00 – 18:00
- Friday08:00 – 18:00
- Saturday08:00 – 18:00
- Sunday08:00 – 18:00
South African time (SAST). Office visits by appointment.
Find Immigration Galore in Glen Marais, Kempton Park
Glen Marais, Kempton Park, 1619 – in north Kempton Park, close to the R21 and R25 and about 15 minutes from OR Tambo International Airport. Office consultations are by appointment.
Mon–Sun 08:00–18:00 · 7 days a week