About the Mission

• Mission and Vision

• Location of our Offices

• Hours

• 2010 Holidays

• Mission Staff

• Contact Details

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

• a team spirit which will be based on inclusiveness and open communication
• maintain a democratic ethic by conducting our tasks in an accountable, transparent and participative manner
• a high level of professionalism by providing an efficient and effective service
• be committed and execute our tasks with loyalty and integrity
• foster a spirit of understanding, respect, tolerance and be innovative in achieving our objectives.

Our Priorities

Wealth Creation:

• Trade and Investment Promotion
• Economic Relations
• Human Resource Development and Education
• Arts, Culture and Tourism

Security:

• 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 8:30 am - 5:00 pm.  Please refer to the office hours of the Library, Visa, Immigration and Passport Sections below and the list of holidays which the Consulate will observe this year.

Note:

• 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.
  

• Please call the librarian for an appointment if you would like to use our library facilities.
  

• Please call the Administration Section for appointment to have your document authenticated.

 Last Revised: Thursday, July 01, 2010