Refugees Act, 1998 (Act No. 130 of 1998)RegulationsRefugees Regulations, 201817. Formal recognition of refugee status |
| (1) | For purposes of these regulations, a formal recognition of refugee status referred to in section 27(a) of the Act, shall be a certificate of recognition of refugee status on a Form substantially corresponding to Form 10 (DHA-1693) contained in the Annexure. |
| (2) | Upon being granted refugee status, a refugee, and where applicable his or her dependants, must be issued, in person, with a certificate of recognition as a refugee. |
| (3) | The certificate contemplated in subregulation (1) will be valid for a period of four years from the date on which it is issued, unless the refugee status of the holder is withdrawn or ceased in terms of the Act, prior to the expiry date. |
| (4) | A refugee must apply for renewal of the certificate contemplated in subregulation (1) at least 90 days prior to the expiry thereof. |