A refugee:

• Has all the rights contained in the Bill of Rights, except rights specifically reserved for citizens, for example the vote
• Can apply for an immigration permit in terms of the Immigration Aliens Control Act after living in south africa for 5 years after the date that he or she was given asylum
• Can get an identity document and passport
• Can look for work and the basic conditions of employment act applies if employed.
• Can use the basic health care services and primary education facilities
• May apply for social assistance grants, mainly the Disability Grant and Foster Care Grant.

(See: Social Grants)