15+ Years
Legal Experience
98%
Success Rate
PhD
in Law
Specialist
Immigration & Refugee Consultancy
Our Services
Comprehensive Immigration Solutions
From visa applications to appeals and skilled migration — expert guidance across four major jurisdictions.
Why CIRC
Why Choose Chiedza Immigration & Refugee Consultancy?
A premium consultancy built on legal excellence, proven results, and unwavering commitment to every client's success.
PhD-Level Legal Expertise
Led by Dr Chiedza Simbo, a qualified legal professional with a PhD in Law and over 15 years of immigration practice.
98% Success Rate
A proven track record of successful visa applications, appeals, and residency outcomes across multiple jurisdictions.
Multi-Jurisdiction Coverage
Specialist guidance for South Africa, the United Kingdom, Canada, and Australia — all under one trusted consultancy.
Client-Centred Approach
Personalised strategies, transparent communication, and dedicated support from initial assessment to final outcome.
End-to-End Support
From document preparation and verification to submission, follow-up, and representation at appeals.
Refugee & Asylum Expertise
Compassionate, rigorous support for asylum seekers and refugee status applications in South Africa.
Our Process
How CIRC Works
A clear, structured process designed to give you confidence at every stage of your immigration journey.
Book a Consultation
Schedule a confidential consultation to discuss your immigration goals, circumstances, and the best pathway forward.
Eligibility Assessment
We conduct a thorough assessment of your eligibility, identify the optimal visa route, and outline a clear action plan.
Document Preparation
Our team prepares, verifies, and organises all required documentation to meet the highest submission standards.
Submission & Outcome
We manage submission, follow-up, and representation — keeping you informed until your visa or residency is granted.
Dr Chiedza Simbo
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Our Founder
Dr Chiedza Simbo
Dr Chiedza Simbo is the founder and principal consultant of Chiedza Immigration & Refugee Consultancy (CIRC). With a PhD in Law and over 15 years of dedicated practice in immigration and refugee law, she has built a reputation for delivering exceptional outcomes for clients across South Africa, the United Kingdom, Canada, and Australia.
Her approach combines rigorous legal analysis with compassionate client care — ensuring every individual, family, and business receives strategic, honest, and results-driven immigration guidance.
Client Success
What Our Clients Say
Real outcomes from individuals and families who trusted CIRC with their immigration journeys.
“Dr Simbo guided us through a complex permanent residency application with patience and precision. Her knowledge of DHA requirements is unmatched — we received our PR within the expected timeframe.”
Thandi M.
Johannesburg, South Africa
Permanent Residency
“After a previous refusal, we were devastated. CIRC prepared a thorough reapplications strategy and our dependent visa was approved. We cannot recommend them highly enough.”
James & Sarah O.
London, UK
UK Dependent Visa
“From Express Entry profile creation to landing in Canada, CIRC provided end-to-end support. Their recruiter connections helped me secure a job offer that made all the difference.”
Rajesh P.
Toronto, Canada
Skilled Migration – Canada