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Complete the questionnaire below to create a personalised written representation for the Department of Home Affairs ZEP/LEP consultation process.

⏳ Written submission deadline: 15 June 2026 · Send to: ZEPLEP@dha.gov.za

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Personal Details

Your identity information as it appears on official documents

Full name *

Date of birth *

ZEP permit number *

Passport number *

Email address *

Phone number *

Residential address in South Africa *

Province *

Length of Stay & Permit History

How long you have been in South Africa and your permit timeline

Year you first arrived in South Africa *

Year your ZEP was first issued *

Has your stay in South Africa been continuous? *

Yes, continuously since I arrived Mostly yes, with occasional short trips to Zimbabwe No, there were extended periods outside SA (please explain below)

Additional notes on your stay history (optional)

Employment & Business

Your economic contribution to South Africa

What is your employment/work status in South Africa? *

Employer name / business name *

Industry / type of work *

Years with current employer / business *

Are you registered as a South African taxpayer? *

Yes — I have a SARS income tax number and file annual returns Yes — tax is deducted from my salary by my employer (PAYE) I am in the process of registering with SARS No

Describe your economic contribution to South Africa in your own words

What services or products do you provide? Who do your clients or employer serve? How does your work benefit South Africa?

Can you obtain a reference or support letter from your employer or clients?

Yes, I already have one Yes, I will request one I am self-employed and can provide client reference letters No, this is not possible in my situation

Family Ties to South Africa

Your family roots and connections within the country

Do you have children? *

Number of children *

Ages of children *

Which of these apply to your children? *

Born in South Africa Currently attending a South African school South African citizen(s) Have grown up entirely in South Africa and know no other home

Names, ages, and schools of your children (optional — strengthens your case)

Do you have a spouse or partner in South Africa? *

Yes, who is a South African citizen Yes, who is also a ZEP or LEP holder Yes, with another visa or permit status No

Do you own property or have significant assets in South Africa?

Yes, I own property in South Africa Yes, I have a formally registered business Yes, both property and a registered business No, but I am a long-term established tenant No

Community & Faith Involvement

Your contribution to South African society beyond work

Are you involved in a church in South Africa? *

Yes, I am an active church member Yes, I serve in church leadership or ministry I attend church but am not formally registered No

Church name and location

Are you involved in any community, NGO, or volunteer work?

General community volunteer work NGO or non-profit involvement Skills training or mentoring others Youth or sports development programmes Social welfare or food security initiatives None currently

Describe your community or church involvement in your own words (optional but powerful)

Specific details — years of involvement, roles held, people helped — make this section very compelling.

Supporting Documents

Tick all documents you are able to include with your submission

Every document you attach significantly strengthens your case. The more evidence you can provide, the more compelling your representation becomes.

Copy of current ZEP permit Certified copy of passport (bio page) SARS tax number confirmation or IT34 tax assessment Business registration documents (CIPC) Employment contract or recent payslips Support letter from employer confirming long-term employment Reference letters from clients or business partners Birth certificate(s) of South African-born children School confirmation letter(s) for children enrolled in SA schools Letter from church leadership confirming membership and service Proof of long-term residence (lease agreements or utility bills) South African bank statements (showing regular economic activity) Marriage certificate (if applicable)

Your Personal Statement

The most important part of your representation — your own voice

Key question to answer: If President Cyril Ramaphosa were standing in front of you and asked, "Why should South Africa grant you a permanent solution?" — what would your answer be? Focus on what you have given to South Africa, not only what you have received.

In your own words: why should South Africa grant you a permanent solution? *

Is there anything else you want the Department of Home Affairs to know about your situation?

What outcomes are you requesting from this process? *

A clear and accessible pathway to permanent residency for qualifying long-term ZEP holders Formal recognition of ZEP years toward permanent residency qualification Constitutional protection of SA-born children's rights and family unity A fair and accessible transition visa category for ZEP/LEP holders Continued extension of ZEP/LEP validity until a permanent solution is implemented

Your personalised DHA representation letter

Your letter has been generated. Review it carefully — fill in any remaining bracketed fields — then copy and email it to ZEPLEP@dha.gov.za before 15 June 2026.

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Written submission deadline: 15 June 2026 · Email: ZEPLEP@dha.gov.za · Post: Department of Home Affairs, Private Bag X114, Pretoria, 0001

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