Petition · past parliament
Allow immediate family of South African expatriates to reside in the UK.
Rejected
21 signatures
What the petition asks
Myself and fellow expats of South Africa would like the government to grant family visas to our immediate family members with the chance to find employment for themselves and contribute to society.
A common theme amongst expats is the worry we have for our families, taking a toll on our mental health. The increase in crime rates leave us with sleepless nights. The economic crisis in South Africa resulting in unemployment and our families unable to support themselves. Health care is insufficient and often our family members aren't able to receive appropriate care. Our families deserve to live in a safe country and be allowed the chance to support themselves and contribute to society.
Why it was rejected
There was already a petition about this issue. Duplicates are rejected so signatures collect in one place.
You may like to sign the below petition we currently have open on this topic:
Offer asylum in the UK to all South Africans at risk due to current unrest
Offer asylum in the UK to all South Africans at risk due to current unrest
Offer asylum in the UK to all South Africans at risk due to current unrest
Offer asylum in the UK to all South Africans at risk due to current unrest
Timeline
| 27 Jul 2021 | Petition opened for signatures |
| 30 Jul 2021 | Rejected by the Petitions Committee |
Key facts
Signatures
21
Status
Rejected
Rejected
30 Jul 2021
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Source: the official petition page. Last checked 15 Jul 2026.