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We hope that browsing through our website will be a rewarding and insightful journey for you.  We have sought to package and provide information in the most user-friendly manner, spanning the political, economic, consular & immigration and tourism spheres. Here you will find links to websites that cover a multitude of interesting topics about South Africa and the numerous offerings our country has.

South Africa continues to be one of the most exciting countries in the world today, characterized by a society that is united in diversity.  Our core values are predicated on the philosophy of human rights, human dignity and equality, as we champion collaboration and build mutually-beneficial partnerships.  It is our way of contributing positively as we strive for global sustainable development and prosperity. 

South Africa continues to rank highly as being investor-friendly, for innovation in the banking industry, excellence in auditing, ease of doing business and sensible fiscal and monetary policies.  Rated amongst the most advanced economies on the fast-growing African continent, South Africa is laden with business opportunities in multiple sectors, and has in place very robust investor protection laws.

If this is your first visit to our website, we hope that you will find it useful, and that you are encouraged to visit our beautiful country.

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Motumisi Tawana
Consul General

Memorial Service for Archbishop Desmond Tutu

Thursday, 30 December 2021, 4:00 am EST (11:00 SAST)
Anglican St Alban's Cathedral, Pretoria

Zoom: bit.ly/3JvlH5S
Meeting ID: 858 9537 2432
Passcode: 679341

Live stream on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/OfficialSACC/

NB: Office Closure

Please note that the South African Consulate General in New York will be closed to the public on Thursday, 16 December 2021, in observance of the Day of Reconciliation.

Normal operations will resume on Friday, 17 December 2021.

For emergencies, please call (917) 200-8396.

Property Valuation and Conditions Assessment

Invitation to service providers to conduct a property valuation and conditions assessment of the Official Residence owned by the South African Government in the USA, New York. 17 November 2021

Immerse yourself in the possibilities that South Africa has to offer

Join Team South Africa at Expo 2020 Dubai, as we share the South African story and showcase our country's capabilities. Visit www.southafricaexpo2020.co.za for more.

#ThinkOpportunity #Expo2020SA

Invest in South Africa


South African author Damon Galgut wins Booker Prize

The South African Consulate General in New York congratulates South African author Damon Galgut on winning the Booker Prize. Read more at http://bit.ly/3BURFUt.

South African Trade and Investment Virtual Pavilion at World Expo 2020 Dubai

We invite you to join South Africa’s thought leaders and connect with industry during November 2021 at the South African Trade and Investment Virtual Pavilion at World Expo 2020 Dubai. Please join us by scanning the QR code or register through this link: http://bit.ly/3we2VK3.

#ThinkOpportunity #Expo2020SA

New Location

Kindly note that the South African Consulate General has moved to 845 Third Avenue, 10th Floor, New York, NY 10022.

We are currently experiencing technical difficulties with our emails and telephone system. We apologize for the incovenience.

Please access Google Maps below to see exactly where we are and to obtain travelling directions. You can also check out how to get to 845 Third Avenue by car, subway or walking via Google Maps.

Due to COVID-19 pandemic, visits to our offices are strictly by appointment only. Applicants are reminded to kindly ensure they make an appointment before presenting at the Embassy/Consulate General.

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South Africa's official Coronavirus (Covid-19) online news and information portal.

Meeting with Consul General Jorge Islas Lopez of Mexico

4 May 2021

Consuls General Dr Motumisi Tawana and Dr Jorge Islas Lopez exchanged ideas on business continuity amid COVID-19.

"Pleasure to reconnect with the Consul General of Mexico, Dr. Jorge Islas Lopez". - Consul General Dr. Motumisi Tawana.

2019 Miss Universe Zozibini Tunzi

3 May 2021

"Honoured to meet Miss Universe 2019, Zozibini Tunzi" - Consul General Dr. Motumisi Tawana.

May is Africa Month

The month of May is recognised as Africa month – a time when the continent of Africa commemorates the founding of the Organisation of African Unity (OAU). 

The Department of Sport, Arts and Culture will host a series of events to celebrate Africa Day on 25th May and throughout May for Africa Month. This year's theme is “Year for Arts, Culture and Heritage in the Year of Charlotte Maxeke”.

Read more.

 

Mandela in Chicago

In celebration of South Africa's Freedom Day/Freedom Month, the South African Consulate General in New York and the Paley Center for Media are pleased to present Mandela in Chicago featuring exclusive introductions by the filmmaker, Dr. Ava Thompson Greenwell, and Consul General Motumisi Tawana.

 

World Health Day

7 April 2021

The South African Consulate General in New York celebrates #WorldHealthDay. We also request South Africans at home and abroad to get vaccinated and help build herd immunity in the US and worldwide.
#OnlyTogether #WeAreVaccination

April is Freedom Month

The Freedom Month celebrations offer us an opportunity to reflect on progress made thus far in transforming our society, while also examining our challenges.

The month celebrates freedom and commemorates the first democratic post-apartheid non-racial elections that were held on April 27th 1994, which saw Nelson Mandela elected as President.

Since 1994, we have moved from an oppressive society to one which values human rights for all through advancing human development and restoring human dignity.

Our vibrant democracy is anchored by the constitution which guarantees equal rights for all.

NB: Notice of Office Closure

Kindly be advised that the South African Consulate General in New York will be closed on Friday, 02 April 2021 and Monday, 05 April 2021 (Easter Holidays).

The Consulate General will re-open on Tuesday, 06 April 2021.

International Women's Day

8 March 2021

"International Women’s Day is a very important marker in our calendar of the struggle against gender inequality. It’s a day on which women stand up and call for equal pay, equal treatment and equal opportunities.

All members of society need to play a role in ensuring that we address this blight in our society of inequality over a significant proportion of humanity." 

– Dr. Naledi Pandor
Minister of International Relations and Cooperation

March is Human Rights Month

Human Rights Month is commemorated in March to remind South Africans about the sacrifices that accompanied the struggle for the attainment of democracy in South Africa. 

Human Rights Month 2021 is commemorated under the theme: The Year of Charlotte Maxeke: Promoting Human Rights in the Age of COVID-19

This year marks the 150th anniversary of struggle icon & human rights campaigner Charlotte Maxeke.    

Vacant Post at the South African Consulate General in New York

Post Title : Senior Maintenance Officer
     
Requirements : A minimum of 10 years schooling PLUS 3 years’ experience as a maintenance officer. Candidates must be computer literate and must be client service focused. A valid driver’s license is preferable.
     
Core Functions : Building maintenance, repairs, decoration and assessment Facility cleanliness and safety Equipment and appliance maintenance and operation General duties Assessing of and repair of buildings Service delivery
     
Salary Range : US$ 30,021 - US$ 48,675 per annum

All applications MUST include a cover letter, contactable references, appropriate qualifications (e.g. plumbing and electricity certificates etc.) and the application form.

  • Applications with no cover letter and references will not be considered.
  • Applicants must have a good command of the English language.
  • Applications must be hand-delivered or mailed to:
    FAO: Ms A Solomon
South African Consulate General, 9th Floor
333 East 38th Street, New York, NY 10016
  • Electronic applications may be sent to cudalac@dirco.gov.za.
  • Successful applicants will be required to obtain a police clearance.
  • Closing Date:  At close of business on Friday, 12 March 2021.

NB: Appointment for Immigration and Civic Affairs

South African Consulate General in New York will be open on Tuesdays to comply with Covid-19 precautionary protocols and procedures.

The visiting hours strictly by appointment only for Immigration Affairs (non-South African applicants) and Civic Services (South African applicants) is from 9:00 am to 12:00 noon. Consular Services (South Africans in distress, not applicants) will be assisted upon appointment until closing time.

South Africans are reminded to kindly ensure they have an appointment before presenting at the Consulate General.

Appointments can be made directly by emailing: consular.ny@dirco.gov.za.

Immigration and Consular Enquiries:

1.   For applicants whose surnames start from A to I, please contact:

Ms Rose Mseleku
Contact Number : (212) 692-2404
Email : gmseleku@yahoo.com and mselekur@dirco.gov.za

2.    Applicants whose surnames start from J to N, please contact:

Ms Nomalanga Magona
Contact Number : (212) 692-2406
Email : langsie7433@gmail.com  and magonan@dirco.gov.za

3.    Applicants whose surnames start from with O to Z, please contact:

Ms Argie Garcia
Contact Number : (212) 692-2403
Email : jrgjaa@msn.com and garciaa@dirco.gov.za

For Other Inquiries:

Email – Consulate.NY@dirco.gov.za
For after office (emergency only) inquiries: (917) 200-8396

This notice only deals with foreign nationals who are coming from a High Risk country and do not have a visa to enter South Africa for the following purposes:

  • Family reunification
  • Medical treatment
  • Attend a funeral of family and they are entering South Africa directly from a high risk country

Please ensure that your request contains the following:

1.1 a fully motivated letter on why your travel to South Africa is essential; and
1.2 all the necessary supporting documents such as:

    1. Copy of Passports
    2. Copies of South African ID, birth certificate of children, marriage certificate or death certificate where applicable.
    3. Proof of residence in South Africa
    4. Any other supporting documentation

Take note that the processing time is 5-10 days as the request is prepared and sent for the Minister's consideration.

The outcome of your application will be sent to you via e-mail. Please only enquire on your request after the 10 days have passed and you have not received an outcome.

Any mail received that falls out of the category mentioned above will not be attended to.

NB: Level 1 Lockdown

Any person from a country listed as having a high COVID-19 infection and transmission rate, who wishes to undertake a business travel into South Africa, may, with effect from 01 October 2020, in writing, apply to the Minister of Home Affairs and demonstrate reasons for their request to enter the Republic for business purposes during the period of the national state of disaster.

Such applications must be directed to email Covid19BusinessTravel@dha.gov.za and supported by:

(a)          a copy of passport and/or temporary residence visa;
(b)          proof of business activities to be undertaken in the Republic; 
(c)          proof of travel itinerary; and
(d)          proof of address or accommodation in the Republic.
 
We need to remind our people that the fact that we are at Level 1 lockdown, does not mean that the Covid-19 pandemic is over. We still have to take precautions, and some of them might be very hard decisions to make. But this will be done in such a way that it strikes a balance between saving lives and livelihoods.

List of High Risk Countries

Albania

Honduras

Oman

Argentina

Hungary

Palestine

Armenia

Iceland

Panama

Austria

India

Paraguay

Bahrain

Iran

Peru

Belgium

Iraq

Portugal

Bolivia

Ireland

Puerto Rico

Bosnia and Herzegovina

Israel

Qatar

Brazil

Jamaica

Romania

Chile                    

Jordan

Russia

Columbia

Kuwait

Slovakia

Costa Rica

Lebanon

Suriname

Croatia

Luxemburg

Switzerland

Czech Republic

Maldives

Ukraine

Denmark

Malta

United Emirates

Ecuador                    

Mexico

United Kingdom

France        

Moldova

USA

Georgia

Montenegro

Venezuela
Greece Nepal  
Guatemala Netherlands  
Guyana North Macedonia  


We need to emphasize once more that people who are not allowed from these high-risk countries are leisure travellers only. The exception will be business travelers with scarce and critical skills including diplomats, repatriations, investors and people participating in professional sporting and cultural events. The list of these high risk countries will also be found on the Home Affairs website; http://www.dha.gov.za/index.php/list-of-high-risk-covid-19-countries. 

Any person who is allowed entry into the Republic will be subjected to the prescribed screening procedures and isolation or quarantine rules, as the case may be, which include:

  • Provision of a valid certificate of a negative COVID-19 Polymerase Chain Reaction (PCR) test obtained not more than 72 hours before the date of travel; and
  • In the event of failure to submit a certificate as proof of negative PCR test, such person will be required to quarantine at his or her own costs.

South Africans Citizens and Permanent Residents Returning to the Republic

  • South African citizens will now be able to depart for South Africa without their South African citizenship and residence status being pre-verified by missions/DIRCO with the DHA/NATJOINTS;
  • South African missions will no longer be required to issue the so-called Letters of Passage to persons travelling to South Africa and airlines should also no longer require such letters upon boarding;
  • DIRCO and missions will no longer assist South African nationals to find and book flights to South Africa. There are no longer any dedicated COVID 19 repatriation flights to South Africa. Travellers should book themselves on available commercial flights as before or make other private arrangements for travel;
  • All persons entering South Africa should be in possession of the required negative COVID-19 Polymerase Chain Reaction (PCR) test results not older than 72 hours and subject themselves to whatever screening and health related requirements are in place in South Africa at the time of arrival.

NB: Negative COVID-19 Polymerase Chain Reaction (PCR) Test Certificate

Travelling to South Africa requires provision of a valid certificate of a negative COVID-19 Polymerase Chain Reaction (PCR) test obtained not more than 72 hours before the date of travel.

Self-Quarantine

Please note that since 14 September 2020, South Africa's Department of Health does not accept manually completed/handwritten forms.

People who intend to self-quarantine should apply using the online webform application at https://selfquarantine.silveraxiom.com/.

For enquiries regarding self-quarantine, please email enquiries@health.gov.za at the Department of Health.

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