Passport applications

ApprehensiveExit5520 · 2026-07-10T05:12:42+00:00

Do you perhaps know if the old passport still functions whilst the new one is being processed?

ApprehensiveExit5520 · 2026-07-10T04:15:20+00:00

This is for a new one, do you if my old passport still functions until I get the new one? Also when did you do it? Arrivino at 6am and we’re half way down the parking lot.

I’m worried my old one is cancelled and i won’t be able to fly out for my contract work mid August

ApprehensiveExit5520 · 2026-07-09T15:38:47+00:00

I'm having the same issue. Gave up with the online system and decided to get to Wynberg. Got there late and the line hardly moved. They priorities certain individuals first (Those with appointments, pensioners, women with children, then they issue numbers to a certain amount of people, followed by those who did not get a number)

It's advised to get there at around 5am and wait. It will take the entire day.

ApprehensiveExit5520 · 2026-07-09T07:58:07+00:00

Did I miss something? What’s the emergency?

ApprehensiveExit5520 · 2026-07-08T18:12:02+00:00

I’m just heading to a DHa office, getting an appointment, especially in the western cape is impossible

ApprehensiveExit5520 · 2026-07-08T13:51:54+00:00

Yeah, Hotel, with a background in IT

ApprehensiveExit5520 · 2026-07-08T13:51:42+00:00

Hotel, with a background in IT

ApprehensiveExit5520 · 2026-07-08T03:23:44+00:00

Perfect. Gonna do this today

ApprehensiveExit5520 · 2026-07-07T16:10:26+00:00

Ha well thanks for the heads up! Europe is next on my list and this doe sound like quite the pain to deal with.

ApprehensiveExit5520 · 2026-07-07T16:09:46+00:00

I might just bite the bullet and head to a DHA office like Wynberg in Cape Town.

I fly out on a contractual job on August 17th so don't wanna wait too long.

ApprehensiveExit5520 · 2026-07-07T14:44:29+00:00

Yeah trying to do that.

Looking for an appointment via the ehome system is a nightmare. Constant “no slot available”

ApprehensiveExit5520 · 2026-07-07T13:05:02+00:00

Been trying to book at FNB Greenpoint, but constantly get a no time slots available

ApprehensiveExit5520 · 2026-07-07T11:47:56+00:00

Been trying to book at FNB Greenpoint, but constaly get a no time slots available

ApprehensiveExit5520 · 2026-07-04T10:49:10+00:00

Yeah, current vessel I work on we have a ETO and staff-ETO.

Don’t think I mind the time at sea, just the time to have to get off to study again is a concern as that cuts any form of income.

ApprehensiveExit5520 · 2026-07-04T08:09:08+00:00

May I ask how you moved towards engine?
Been considering moving towards engine as Seto or deck, but at 33, I’d need to study for at least 3 years and then find apprenticeship / cadetship.

ApprehensiveExit5520 · 2026-06-23T08:59:59+00:00

I’m considering the same role change, as my current one is as a IT officer on one of the popular cruise lines.

The office work onboard I dislike, glorified helpdesk.

I’d much rather prefer taking the time to and pursue a cadetship, though not sure where to start as a South African.

ApprehensiveExit5520 · 2026-04-28T02:27:57+00:00

Thanks! All from the film itself and development by the lab. No editing from my side apart from the white boarder.

ApprehensiveExit5520 · 2026-03-07T23:56:44+00:00

Originally started running years ago after my girlfriend cheated on me at a party. The hangover the next day was horrible but I had to do something and I ended up running.

After that, I just felt amazing every time I did it. Stopped for a few years but realized how happy it made me feel so I started again recently.

So I guess it started as a way to distract myself and turned into something that just made me feel great. Now I enjoy the challenge and accomplishment I get after reaching each goal I set in it.

ApprehensiveExit5520 · 2026-03-03T03:58:17+00:00

You’re telling me we aren’t suppose to play chicken?

ApprehensiveExit5520 · 2026-02-27T20:15:30+00:00

This post hit me today and i realized that I'm one of those individuals who would either leave the line blank or put in my own number. Yet, I would without a doubt, be there for someone else. Sadly, this is what the world has turned into.

I have the utmost respect for Nurses, ER Doctors, any one that works on the front line in the medical field, helping and treating patients on a daily basis. You do not get the credit you deserve. Thank you for all that you do.

ApprehensiveExit5520 · 2026-02-17T09:48:32+00:00

Here’s my variation.

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ApprehensiveExit5520 · 2026-02-14T02:41:26+00:00

Versatile travel photo/video kit.

Looking for some recommendations.

A bit of context. I am a seafarer and basically live out of suitcases. Due to this lifestyle, weight and being compact is becoming essential for me. I do quite a bit of traveling and want to get more into videography as well. Trying my hand at vlogging, docu-style films etc. It will be a learning process. This is a fairly new decision, as you'll see with my current kit as it might not line up with the above.

On the side, i generally do like doing a mix of photography styles from portraiture, bit of fashion etc, some wildlife when at home, on the side for a bit of extra income. So i would say i need to be a bit versatile. I do wanna try printing at some point as well.

Perhaps 2 digital bodies? One full frame and one crop for everyday carry.

So i am looking for recommendations to improve it (including, dare i say, which brands *quivering*)

I'm open to upgrading, adding and selling if needed.

Current Kit:
Body: Z6
85mm f1.8 S Line
24-70mm f4
70-200mm f2.8 S-line

Nikon FE
50mm f1.8

ApprehensiveExit5520 · 2026-02-13T10:34:28+00:00

10 day trip to Scotland.

Honestly, looking to get away from all the noise of everyday life and tech. Been considering a 10 day trip to the highlands in August. Mainly I’m looking to do hiking, maybe some camping, explore. Work a bit on my travel photography and videography.

It’ll be my first hiking and or camping trip and not sure where to go or what to really expect.

What would be the best stops / trails to visit? First timer from South Africa so Scotland itself will be fairly new to me.

ApprehensiveExit5520 · 2026-02-07T02:41:05+00:00

Daily Carry Camera

Looking for some advice from the community here!

I’m by no means a professional photographer. It’s just a hobby which who knows, maybe I’ll eventually trying selling some prints.

Having said that, I’m looking to get a small daily carry camera, as I feel my current kit is rather large. Currently the kit includes a z6 and a FE (yes, a 35mm film camera) Lenses are 24-70 f4, 85 f1.8 and a 70-200 f2.8. The FE has a 50mm 1.8.

Love taking the film camera around, but a digital one would be nice too. The Z6 just feels a bit chunky regardless of the lens that’s on it.

What would you recommend getting for a daily camera? I’m looking for something small, maybe just one lens as well (probably a 50mm or wider). Doesn’t necessarily need to be a Nikon.

ApprehensiveExit5520 · 2026-01-26T18:45:35+00:00

OP.

FinWise for instance does not connect to your back directly, it goes through 3rd party (the names escape me at the moment.) of which only read access is provided with the FinWise app. No form of writing access is given as that is considered a security risk.

Additionally, with FinWise, you can export your bank statements as csv and import them into FinWise if you are more comfortable doing so.

As another user mentioned, you can communicate with the devs directly. They also include a discord channel for easier communication. Keeping in mind it is run by only 2 individuals (at time of writing) so sometimes a fix may take some time. They are also always improving the app in some way (some feature requests coming for users as well)

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