“The notarial contract is a formal agreement entered into by a South African citizen/permanent resident and a foreign partner, notarised by a South African notary, setting out the details of their rights and privileges in terms of their relationship. There is no standard format for this notarial contract and each one will be unique according to the party’s particular requirements and circumstances.”- Louwrens Koen
The reason for notarial contract is to show proof that your relationship
with your partner has exceeded a period of 2 years and to prove that your
relationship is valid indeed. This is presented in the form of a sworn
affidavit and a notarial contract which is included with your application for a
life partner visa.
The cost in South Africa to consult and draft a notarial contract is roughly
going to cost about R1200.
Please note under the new immigration regulations that it’s a requirement to prove that you have been in a relationship with your partner for at least 2 years or more in order for the South African Embassy to award you with a life partner visa.
Make use of our free assessment to find out whether you are eligible to apply for the life partner visa!