Permanent Residence Through Relative Category

I had been in South Africa for seven years supporting my ageing parents and finally decided to apply for permanent residence. SAMI helped me assemble medicals, police clearance from two countries, proof of relationship, affidavits, and financial documents that DHA demands. Consultant Raymond was exceptionally patient and double-checked everything before we submitted.

There was a frustrating period around November where communication slowed, and I worried that something had gone wrong. When I finally called, Raymond apologized and explained the Cape Town office was balancing a flood of year end submissions. Once contact resumed, the updates were frequent and reassuring.

My PR approval came through in February, and SAMI guided me through final registration and next steps. After so many years in limbo, this meant the world to me.