IN CONVERATION WITH INNOCENT MOLOI, Paralegal

The Immigration Act, 2002 (Act No. 13 of 2002) regulates the entry, residence, and employment of foreign nationals in South Africa. In terms of the Act, it is an offence for any person to harbour, assist, or employ undocumented foreign nationals. This includes providing accommodation, employment, or any form of assistance to individuals who are not legally permitted to remain in the country. Landlords are required to ensure that foreign tenants are in possession of valid documentation issued by the Department of Home Affairs before entering into rental agreements. Similarly, employers must verify that any foreign national they employ holds a valid work visa or permit authorising employment in South Africa, in line with the Immigration Act and the Employment Services Act. 10:05 ………… 10:10 Employment of foreign nationals is only permitted where individuals possess the necessary skills or qualifications that are recognised as scarce or critical within the South African labour market, and must be done in full compliance with applicable legislation. Failure to comply with these legal requirements may result in prosecution, which can include substantial fines and/or imprisonment. Foreign nationals found to be in the country illegally may be subject to arrest, processing in terms of the Act, and deportation to their country of origin. Instagram · Twitter