Single Status Certificate Service – Letter of Non-Impediment (LNI) – Durban

Obtain Your Single Status Certificate Quickly with Frenchside

For South African citizens planning to marry abroad, a Single Status Certificate—also known as a Letter of Non-Impediment (LNI)—is a crucial legal document. It confirms your marital status and certifies that there are no legal restrictions preventing you from marrying in a foreign country.

What is a Single Status Certificate (LNI)?

A Single Status Certificate, or LNI, is an official document issued by the Department of Home Affairs in South Africa. Many countries, including Germany and the Netherlands, require this certificate before allowing a marriage to proceed legally.

The LNI is valid for six months from the date of issue, making it suitable for use overseas. Frenchside provides professional assistance to apply for your Single Status Certificate efficiently, often ready within five working days.

Priority Single Status Certificate Service – Pretoria

How to Apply: Step by Step

Step 1: Submit Your Request
Email us at info@frenchside.co.za with the following:

• Full contact details (phone and email)

• Copy of your South African ID or passport

• Completed DHA-1155 form (Download Here)

Step 2: Document Review & Quotation
Our team checks your documents for compliance and issues a quotation. Payment terms: 50% upfront upon approval, 50% on collection.

Step 3: Processing & Collection
Once payment is received, we process your application. Your Single Status Certificate (LNI) will be ready for collection or courier delivery within five working days.

What Our Single Status Certificate Service Includes

• Document Review: Ensures your application is complete and accurate.

• Submission to Home Affairs: We handle all submissions for you.

• Fast-Track Service: Expedited processing for quick issuance of your LNI.

Processing Time & Fees

• Expedited Service: 5 working days

• Service Fee: R2,999.99 (includes verification and submission)

Collection & Delivery Options

• In-Person: Collect your LNI at our Pretoria office.

• Courier: Reliable courier delivery available for clients outside Pretoria or South Africa (additional fees may apply).

Legalisation & Apostille Services

If your LNI is needed for use abroad, an Apostille may be required. Frenchside can handle the apostille process through DIRCO on your behalf, ensuring faster legalisation for international use.

Translation Services

Frenchside offers professional translations of your Single Status Certificate and Apostille into French, Portuguese, Spanish, and German, ready for submission to foreign authorities. All translations are performed by certified translators experienced in international document requirements.