About the South African Consulate-General
Our Vision
To improve the quality of life of South Africans by promoting
good relations with all segments of the U.S.
Our Mission
We are committed to represent and promote
South Africa's national interests by fostering, encouraging, facilitating and
maximizing the flow of resources between the two countries within the context
of a globalized
economy.
Organizational Values
In our work, we commit ourselves to
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a team spirit
which will be based on inclusiveness and open communication |
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maintain a
democratic ethic by conducting our tasks in an accountable, transparent and participative
manner |
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a high level of
professionalism by providing an efficient and effective service |
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be
committed and
execute our tasks with loyalty and integrity |
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foster a spirit
of understanding, respect, tolerance and be innovative in achieving our objectives. |
Our Priorities
Wealth Creation:
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Trade and
Investment Promotion |
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Economic
Relations |
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Human Resource
Development and Education |
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Arts, Culture
and Tourism |
Security:
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Political
Relations |
Location
The South African Consulate General is
conveniently located in midtown Manhattan, on 38th Street, between First and Second
Avenues.

Mailing Address:
333 East 38th Street, 9th
Floor New York, NY 10016
Telephone: (212) 213-4880 Fax: (212) 213-0102
Email: sacg@southafrica-newyork.net
Hours
Open Mondays to Fridays from 8:45 am - 5:15
pm. Please refer to the list of holidays which the Consulate will observe
this year.
Note:
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Visa,
Immigration and Passport Sections are open for applications and inquiries from Monday to
Friday between 9:00 a.m. and 1:00 pm only.
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Please
call
the librarian for an appointment if you would like to use our library facilities.
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Please
call the Administration Section for appointment to have your
document authenticated. |
2008 Holidays
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New Year's
Day |
Tuesday, 1 January |
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President's
Day |
Monday, 18 February |
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Good Friday |
Friday, 21 March |
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Family Day |
Monday, 24 Marchl |
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Memorial Day |
Monday, 26 May |
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US Independence Day |
Friday, 4 July |
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Labor Day |
Monday, 1 September |
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Columbus Day |
Monday, 13 October |
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Thanksgiving Day |
27-28 November |
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Day of Reconciliation |
Tuesday, 16 December |
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Christmas
Day |
Monday, 25 December |
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Day of Goodwill |
Tuesday, 26 December |
* Where any of the
holidays fall on a Saturday or Sunday, it shall be observed the following Monday.
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