Retention of South African Citizenship | Immigration Assist

South African nationality is also obtained through retention of South African Citizenship where one who desires to obtain another nationality can retain South African citizenship. It is necessary to apply and get official retention approval by the department of home affairs before acquiring foreign citizenship. Otherwise, retention of South African citizenship is lost automatically in case another nationality is acquired. This is done by filing an official application, attaching documents and evidence of desire to have citizenship. By retaining your South African nationality, you have not lost your rights, identity and can continue living, working and owning property in South Africa, yet you are a dual national.