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Family reunification petition: Ruan needs $150 before the deadline

A family reunification petition deadline is approaching and Ruan can't afford the lawyer.

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Ruan Steyn
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Johannesburg
I'm facing a family reunification petition. My hearing is scheduled for June, and the filing fees and the lawyer's retainer come to $150. I have been told by three legal-aid offices that their waiting list is longer than my deadline. I have all of my paperwork ready, and my caseworker at the Johannesburg Community Legal Centre has confirmed that my case is valid. If I miss the deadline I could lose my right to stay with my family and my job. My children were born here and this is the only home they know. I'll share any non-sensitive updates as the case moves along. The money goes to the immigration attorney's trust account and the court filing office. I'll upload receipts with sensitive details removed. Where the $150 goes: • Filing and biometrics fees: $65 • Certified translations and document copies: $60 • Court-appointed interpreter and travel: $25 I'll pay this kindness forward the moment I'm able to.
#legal#immigration#family

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  • Bilal Danish PashaQuestionPhoto verified

    Is there a list of costs somewhere? Just curious how it adds up for Ruan.

    • Ikenna Ibrahim Oyelaran

      Hope it all works out, Ruan. I've been in a tough spot myself and it does get easier. Thinking of Johannesburg.

      • Carter G. RobertsQuestion

        how is Ruan doing now?

        • Sylvie Simone Brunet

          Wishing you the best. Your post was clear and honest. I went through something like this 6 years ago and strangers helped me out. Greetings from Warren.

          • Wayne E. Richards

            Praying for you, Ruan. Shared it with a few friends.

            • Lata Awasthi

              hang in there, Ruan. Looking forward to the next update. Don't give up. God bless.

              • Shun Eiji Murata

                So sorry you're going through this, Ruan. Hope this works out for you. Love from Kasarani.

                • Kipchoge Mutebi

                  Sending good thoughts. Your post was clear and honest. I went through something like this 8 years ago and strangers helped me out. Greetings from Nashik.

                  • Serenity Park

                    Stay strong, Ruan. Hope this works out for you. I hope June is when things finally get easier!

                    • Masud Sumon PramanikAddress verified

                      Wishing you peace. I hope things turn around soon. This is the second need I've supported on here and the first that made me cry.

                      • Irfan Rudi Sutanto

                        so sorry you're going through this. Hope you get there. I went through something like this 14 years ago and strangers helped me out.

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