Living in South Africa
How to access healthcare, get a document legalised, lists of lawyers and how to vote abroad.
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Get your document legalised
Use the online service to get a UK document legalised.
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Living in South Africa
Information for British citizens moving to or living in South Africa, including guidance on residency, healthcare and driving.
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Professional services if you are abroad
Find English-speaking lawyers, doctors and medical providers, interpreters and translators, and funeral directors overseas.
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South Africa travel advice
Latest FCDO travel advice for South Africa including on entry requirements, safety and security and local laws and customs
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South Africa: medical facilities
List of English-speaking medical facilities and doctors for British nationals in South Africa.
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South Africa: translators
List of translators and interpreters for British nationals in South Africa.
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UK benefits if you’re going or living abroad
Find out what benefits you might be able to receive while you’re abroad and how to export them from the UK or claim them while abroad
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Voting if you move or live abroad
Register as an overseas voter to take part in the General Election on 4 July. You must be a British or eligible Irish citizen. Register before 19 June 2024.