THE EXECUTIVE ORDER & REFUGEE STATUS   

South African Refugees in the USA

The South African Chamber of Commerce in the USA (SACCUSA) supports the initiative under President Donald J. Trump's Executive Order issued on February 7, 2025, which grants Afrikaners refugee status and facilitates their resettlement in the United States. This effort is in alignment with SACCUSA’s mission to serve the South African business community and dispora in the USA in a non-political capacity while fostering binational trade, investment, and tourism between South Africa and the USA.

- SACCUSA HAND OVER DATA TO US EMBASSY IN PTA -

SACCUSA handed over information of 67,042 South Africans expressing interest in the resettlement opportunity offered by President Donald J. Trump's Executive Order. On March 18, 2025, SACCUSA handed this data over to the US Embassy in Pretoria, requesting that these South Africans be prioritized and kept regularly updated with necessary information about their resettlement process.

U.S. Embassy Coordination

To ensure that all parties receive accurate and official guidance from the appropriate U.S. government authorities, SACCUSA has directed all inquiries regarding the Executive Order to the U.S. Embassy in South Africa. The Embassy has activated a specific email address for this purpose:

U.S. Embassy in South Africa - pretoriaprminfo@state.gov

This transition and handover enable SACCUSA to focus on its core mandates and ensures the public receives guidance directly from U.S. government authorities. SACCUSA will continue to UPDATE South Africans through our newsletter and interested people may register below.

Our Commitment

SACCUSA remains steadfast in its support for the Trump Administration's efforts in the resettlement of South Africans with a desire to relocate to the USA. As a vibrant and resilient community, the South African diaspora in the USA looks forward to welcoming and supporting the new arrivals, particularly those granted refugee status.

Despite current developments, SACCUSA is committed to fostering constructive engagement between the U.S. and South Africa by utilizing economic diplomacy and cultural diplomacy. These initiatives are crucial for maintaining resilient trade relations and ensuring the well-being of South Africans looking to build new lives in the United States.

For more information on the resettlement process and other inquiries, please direct your questions to the U.S. Embassy's designated communication channel listed above. SACCUSA encourages all interested parties to use this official resource for guidance.

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  1. I acknowledge that SACCUSA does not provide legal or immigration advice. Any information shared by SACCUSA is for informational purposes only and should not be considered legal, immigration, or official government guidance.
  2. I understand that this registration does NOT constitute an official refugee application process and does not guarantee eligibility for refugee status, immigration benefits, or resettlement in the United States.
  3. I consent to receive email updates from SACCUSA at the email address provided, including information regarding the U.S. Executive Order, related policy updates, and other relevant information.
  4. I understand that all official refugee and immigration applications must be made through the appropriate U.S. government channels, and I will seek independent legal or immigration counsel for any personal application matters.

PLEASE NOTE:

This registration is for informational purposes only, does not constitute legal advice and is NOT an official refugee application process.

SACCUSA does not process, approve, or facilitate refugee applications - we provide updates and information only.

All official applications for refugee status must go through the U.S. government and relevant immigration authorities.

SACCUSA does not provide Legal or Immigration Advice.

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  • Official updates on the U.S.
  • Executive Order and its implementation.
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  • Important notifications regarding U.S. immigration policies affecting South Africans.
  • Webinars and resources to help understand key developments.

* SACCUSA does not provide Legal or Immigration Advice.