Limpopo home affairs officials were granted bail in a fraud case involving the issuance of false identity documents to undocumented immigrants who were not eligible.

The accused – Jackson Mashapa Mantlhakga (37), Elisabeth Motshidisi Mokoena (41), and Masesi Yvonne Lebisi (57) – appeared before the Senwamokgope magistrate’s court on Thursday, according to Limpopo police spokesperson Brigadier Hlulani Mashaba.
Mashaba clarified, however, that the police dropped the case against Mokoena while they conducted additional investigations.

Police operation in Limpopo, Gauteng
According to reports, the fraud involving the alleged issuance of unlawful identity documents took place at the Senwamokgope home affairs office in Senwamokgope, Vaalwater, in Limpopo.

“The Limpopo provincial anti-corruption unit has arrested three suspects aged between 37 and 57 in connection with fraud charges relating to the irregular issuing of identity documents to unqualified illegal immigrants,” said Mashaba.
According to Mashaba, the arrests are the result of complaints that a home affairs investigator received on June 26 and August 23, 2024.

“An official from the Senwamokgope home affairs office reported that the two females and one male had allegedly issued identity books to unqualified illegal immigrants without following correct legal procedures,” said Mashaba.

“The matter was immediately referred to the provincial anti-corruption investigation unit for a comprehensive investigation.
“Following thorough investigations registered at Sekgosese police station in Mopani district, the cases were forwarded to the director of public prosecutions for a decision, resulting in warrants of arrest being issued against all three suspects.”

Diligent work of police commended
He stated that the suspects were successfully located and apprehended as a result of concerted efforts throughout the provinces of Gauteng and Limpopo.
“The accused, Jackson Mashapa Mantlhakga, Elisabeth Motshidisi Mokoena, and Masesi Yvonne Lebisi, appeared before the Senwamokgope magistrate’s court on Thursday.”

During court proceedings, the case against Mokoena was withdrawn pending additional police investigations, Mashaba stated, adding that Mantlhakga and Lebisi were released on R2 000 bail each.

The court postponed the case to August 4.
According to Mashaba, Lieutenant-General Thembi Hadebe, the provincial police commissioner for Limpopo, “commended the diligent work of the provincial anti-corruption unit”.

The ins and outs of importing personal goods into South Africa

Importing personal goods into South Africa is subject to a host of rules and regulations, as is to be expected. This is standard practice all around the world when moving goods from one country to another.

But we’ve simplified matters for you by summarising all the important information in one place. Simply continue reading to learn what’s allowed and what’s not and which forms are required.

1. The rules and regulations

Immigrants, returning SA residents, temporary residents and diplomats are allowed to import household and personal effects into South Africa.

You are allowed one-duty free import. To do a second import, you’ll have to obtain permission from SA Customs.

The difference between personal and household effects:

‘Personal effects’ are items of a personal nature whereas ‘household effects’ are items which are less personal in nature.

Examples of personal effects are clothing, shoes, books, videos and sporting equipment while ‘household effects’ could be, for instance, furniture, rugs, appliances, and crockery.

The required forms are:

• Inventory of goods.

• Form DA 304 – Item 407.06 of Schedule No.4 to the Customs and Excise Act.

• Form P1.160 – Declaration in respect of unaccompanied manifested household effects.

• Certified copy of passport.

• Certified copy of resident permit (where applicable). The passport must have the entry stamp into South Africa. This will also need to be certified.

The fine print:

• Returning residents must have been out of South Africa continually for at least 6 months to qualify for duty-free importation.

• Temporary residents will only be allowed duty-free importation if in possession of a valid temporary work permit. This must have a validity of at least six months.

• Diplomats must present a diplomatic clearance certificate.

2. Importing new or used cars

Should you import your car when moving to South Africa, you’ll be liable for import duty and tax. The documents you’ll need to import your car are:

• Import permit. You must obtain this permit prior to shipping the vehicle to South Africa.

• Letter of Authority. You’ll need to request this letter from the The South African Bureau of Standards (SABS).

Please note: It is generally prohibited to import left-hand drive vehicles if the vehicle was registered in the name of an importer on or after 1 January 2000, unless authorised by the SABS.

Required documents

To import your car into South Africa, you must have the following:

• In the case of permanent residents, your PR certificate.

• Proof of emigration from South Africa, proof of permanent residence obtained abroad as well as evidence that such permanent residence has been withdrawn. This is in the case of returning South Africans.

• Completed DA 304 A form.

• Purchase documents.

• Registration certificate/permit.

• Documentary evidence of the date on which delivery of the vehicle was taken.

• Documentary evidence of the date on which the vehicle was handed over for shipment to SA.

• An import permit, for used vehicles.

• An original Letter of Authority.

3. Importing vehicles when changing permanent residence to South Africa

In terms of the Customs and Excise Act:

• Immigrants, and

• South African residents who originally emigrated from the Republic obtained permanent residents status abroad, and thereafter return,

being natural persons, may after obtaining permanent residence in South Africa or after returning to South Africa permanently, import one car per family under full rebate of customs duties:

(i) provided the vehicle imported is the personal property of the importer and has personally been used by him or her

(a) for a period of not less than 12 months prior to his or her departure to the Republic; or

(b) for a period of less than 12 months prior to his or her departure to the Republic; or

(ii) in the case of approved intended residents arriving from an African country, is owned and used for such shorter period as the Commissioner may in exceptional circumstances decide; and

(iii) provided the vehicle is not offered, advertised, lent, hired, leased, pledged, given away, exchanged, sold or otherwise disposed of within a period of 20 months from the date of entry.

Should you have owned and used the vehicle for less than 12 months prior to your departure to South Africa, the duty rebate will be reduced pro-rata.

4. Restricted and prohibited articles

SA Customs restricts and prohibits a number of articles when importing personal goods into South Africa:

Restricted articles:

You may import the following items into South Africa but you must obtain a licence and/or import permit prior to doing so:

• Firearms. Please note that firearms are subject to inspection by customs. You should therefore pack all firearms separately and ensure that these items are easily accessible.

• Liquor. Liquor is subject to duty which means you must draw up a complete list of the liquor you’re importing noting the alcohol percentage, label names and values.

• Plants, seeds and bulbs.

Prohibited articles:

You may not import the following items:

• Ammunition and explosives.

• Narcotic drugs.

• Pornographic material.

• Agricultural products.

• Uncooked meat and poultry.

• Honey, beeswax, bees, bee eggs or larvae, and used beehive appliances.

• Uncut diamonds.

• Unwrought gold.

5. Customs clearance

You must be in South Africa before customs clearance can take place. It is possible to clear your belongings in your absence, but Customs may demand to see your passport.

Should you not be available to show your passport, Customs will place your goods into Bond. Customs will then only release your belongings once it has received your passport and requested documents.

Please note:

• Custom clearance takes an average of 7 to 10 working days from the date of presentation of documents.

• SA Customs may, at their discretion, designate any consignment for examination. You can expect to pay an examination fee for this.

One final note on importing personal goods into South Africa

While we have done our best to provide you with the latest update information, it is advisable to also consult with the South African Revenue Service prior to your move to South Africa. SARS is the governing body for all matters pertaining to imports

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The maximum duration for this Visa is 3 months. If a longer stay is required the applicant must apply in advance abroad or he can extend the visitor’s Visa locally, confirming the purpose of stay.

A valid return air / bus ticket, proof of sufficient financial means, the application fee andmust be accompany an application for extension. Pease note that a visitor’s Visa can only be extended once for a maximum of 3 months.

Please be aware that all extensions and changes need to be applied for 30 days before expiry of the current Visa. Missing the cut-off date without demonstration of good cause (e.g. illness, accident) will mean that you have to leave South Africa.

Countries exempt from South African visas:
The exemptions pertain to ordinary, diplomatic and official passport holders. Official visits (on invitation of the South African Government) and accreditation for holders of diplomatic and official passport holders are not dealt with here.

Visas are not required by citizens of the following countries for the periods and subject to the conditions indicated:
Holders of South African passports, travel documents and documents for travel purposes.

Holders of passports of The United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland including the British Islands Bailiwick of Guernsey and Jersey, Isle of Mann and Virgin Islands as well as the Republic of Ireland are totally exempt from South African visa control and thus do not require visas for any purpose regulated by visas.

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Antigua and Barbuda: Bona fide holiday and business visits not exceeding 30 days and transits
Argentina: Bona fide holiday and business visits not exceeding 90 days and transits

Australia: Bona fide holiday & business visits only (period unspecified) and transits
Austria: Bona fide holiday & business visits only (period unspecified) and transits

Barbados: Bona fide holiday and business visits not exceeding 30 days and transits

Belgium: Bona fide holiday & business visits only (period unspecified) and transits
Belize: Bona fide holiday and business visits not exceeding 30 days and transits

Benin: Bona fide holiday and business visits not exceeding 30 days and transits
Bolivia: Bona fide holiday and business visits not exceeding 30 days and transits

Botswana: Bona fide holiday and business visits not exceeding 30 days and transits

Brazil: Bona fide holiday and business visits not exceeding 90 days and transits

Canada: Bona fide holiday & business visits only (period unspecified) and transits
Cape Verde: Bona fide holiday and business visits not exceeding 30 days and transits

Chile: Bona fide holiday and business visits not exceeding 90 days and transits

Costa Rica: Bona fide holiday and business visits not exceeding 30 days and transits

Cyprus: Bona fide holiday and business visits not exceeding 30 days and transits. Diplomatic and official passport holders visiting the RSA for holiday purposes are exempt for 90 days.

Czech Republic: Holders of diplomatic and official passports for holiday visits not exceeding 90 days and transits

Denmark: Bona fide holiday and business visits only (period unspecified) and transits

Ecuador: Bona fide holiday and business visits not exceeding 90 days and transits
Egypt: Holders of diplomatic and official passports for holiday visits not exceeding 30 days and transits

Finland: Bona fide holiday & business visits only (period unspecified) and transits

France: Bona fide holiday & business visits only (period unspecified) and transits

Gabon: Bona fide holiday & business visits not exceeding 30 days and transits

Germany: Bona fide holiday & business visits only (period unspecified) and transits

Greece: Bona fide holiday & business visits only (period unspecified) and transits

Guyana: Bona fide holiday and business visits not exceeding 30 days and transits

Hong Kong: Bona fide holiday and business visits not exceeding 30 days and transits This exemption is only with regard to holders of Hong Kong British National - Overseas (BNO) passports, Hong Kong Special Administrative Region (HKSAR) passports and Hong Kong Certificates of Identity.

Hungary: Bona fide holiday and business visits not exceeding 30 days and transits Diplomatic and official passport holders visiting the RSA for holiday purposes are exempt for 120 days.

Iceland: Bona fide holiday & business visits only (period unspecified) and transits
Israel: Bona fide holiday and business visits not exceeding 90 days and transits

Italy: Bona fide holiday & business visits only (period unspecified) and transits

Jamaica: Bona fide holiday and business visits not exceeding 90 days and transits

Japan: Bona fide holiday & business visits only (period unspecified) and transits

Jordan: Bona fide holiday and business visits not exceeding 30 days and transits

Lesotho: Bona fide holiday and business visits not exceeding 30 days and transits

Liechtenstein: Bona fide holiday & business visits only (period unspecified) and transits

Luxemburg: Bona fide holiday & business visits only (period unspecified) and transits

Macau: Bona fide holiday and business visits not exceeding 30 days and transits This exemption is only with regard to holders of Macau Special Administrative Region passports (MSAR).

Malaysia: Bona fide holiday and business visits not exceeding 30 days and transits

Maldives: Bona fide holiday and business visits not exceeding 30 days and transits

Malta: Bona fide holiday and business visits not exceeding 90 days and transits Malta: Holders of diplomatic and official passports for holiday visits not exceeding 90 days and transits

Mauritius: Bona fide holiday and business visits not exceeding 30 days and transits

Mexico: Bona fide holiday and business visits not exceeding 30 days and transits

Morocco: Holders of diplomatic and official passports for holiday visits not exceeding 30 days and transits

Namibia: Bona fide holiday and business visits not exceeding 30 days and transits

Netherlands (Kingdom of the): Bona fide holiday and business visits only (period unspecified) and transits

New Zealand: Bona fide holiday & business visits only (period unspecified) and transits

Norway: Bona fide holiday & business visits only (period unspecified) and transits

Paraguay: Bona fide holiday and business visits not exceeding 90 days and transits

Peru: Bona fide holiday and business visits not exceeding 30 days and transits

Poland: Holders of diplomatic and official passports for holiday visits not exceeding 90 days and transits

Portugal: Bona fide holiday & business visits only (period unspecified) and transits

Romania: Holders of diplomatic and official passports for holiday visits not exceeding 120 days and transits

San Marino: Bona fide holiday and business visits not exceeding 90 days and transits

Seychelles: Bona fide holiday and business visits not exceeding 30 days and transits

Singapore: Bona fide holiday and business visits not exceeding 30 days and transits

Slovak Republic: Bona fide holiday and business visits not exceeding 30 days and transits

South Korea: Bona fide holiday and business visits not exceeding 30 days and transits

Spain: Bona fide holiday & business visits only (period unspecified) and transits
St Helena: Bona fide holiday and business visits not exceeding 90 days and transits

St Vincent & the Grenadines: Bona fide holiday and business visits not exceeding 90 days and transits
Swaziland: Bona fide holiday and business visits not exceeding 90 days and transits

Sweden: Bona fide holiday & business visits only (period unspecified) and transits

Switzerland: Bona fide holiday & business visits only (period unspecified) and transits

Thailand: Bona fide holiday and business visits not exceeding 30 days and transits

Tunisia: Holders of diplomatic and official passports for holiday visits not exceeding 30 days and transits

Turkey: Bona fide holiday & business visits not exceeding 30 days and transits

United States of America: Bona fide holiday and business visits only (period unspecified) and transits
Uruguay: Bona fide holiday and business visits not exceeding 90 days and transits

Venezuala: Bona fide holiday and business visits not exceeding 90 days and transits

Zambia: Bona fide holiday and business visits not exceeding 30 days and transits

Zimbabwe: Bona fide holiday and business visits not exceeding 30 days and transits. Only government officials, including police on cross border investigation
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