Solicitor at Sydney Mitchell LLP
Andre Minnaar
Solicitor - Partner, Immigration
SRA ID: 666215
Andre is an expert in resolving complicated UK immigration, asylum and nationality problems of all kinds and is well known and respected for his in depth knowledge, guidance, support and thorough preparation whilst keeping his clients informed throughout the process. Born and educated in Cape Town, South Africa, he graduated in BA. LLB from the University of Stellenbosch, before being admitted as an Advocate of the Supreme Court of South Africa. Andre holds a practising certificate as a Registered Foreign Lawyer with the Solicitor's Regulatory Authority in the UK. He relocated to the UK in 2001, since which time he has built up extensive experience, specializing solely in all aspects of private immigration and asylum matters, working in a variety of both charity organisations and solicitor firms. Andre holds a practicing certificate with the SRA as a Registered Foreign Lawyer.
Cavendish House, 39 Waterloo Street, Birmingham, B2 5PP
He is an experienced Partner, Immigration who is able to assist you
Practice Areas
Immigration
- Immigration 100%
192 Client Reviews
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About Andre Minnaar
Andre is an expert in resolving complicated UK immigration, asylum and nationality problems of all kinds and is well known and respected for his in depth knowledge, guidance, support and thorough preparation whilst keeping his clients informed throughout the process. Born and educated in Cape Town, South Africa, he graduated in BA. LLB from the University of Stellenbosch, before being admitted as an Advocate of the Supreme Court of South Africa. Andre holds a practising certificate as a Registered Foreign Lawyer with the Solicitor's Regulatory Authority in the UK. He relocated to the UK in 2001, since which time he has built up extensive experience, specializing solely in all aspects of private immigration and asylum matters, working in a variety of both charity organisations and solicitor firms. Andre holds a practicing certificate with the SRA as a Registered Foreign Lawyer.
Languages Spoken: English, Afrikaans
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AWARDS
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Grantor
Date granted
Leading Partner
Legal 500
2024
Leading Individual
Legal 500
2023
WORK EXPERIENCE
Title
Name
Duration
Registered Foreign Lawyer
Sydney Mitchell LLP
07052019-present
Partner
Sydney Mitchell LLP
01-05-2023-?
Outstanding - from Overstayer to full British Citizenship!
Thanks to Andre, my mother-in-law’s case has gone from being an overstayer facing deportation to full British citizenship. What a journey this has been, quite literally life changing! We met Andre having lost an initial immigration appeal, and in a very difficult/dire situation. Due to Andre’s legal skill, advocacy and general expertise, we won the court appeal to achieve FLR status, followed by ILR. In the last few weeks, we have just had our application for full British citizenship approved. Andre took us from appeal losers to full citizenship! Thanks so much Andre, words cannot express our gratitude.
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A representative from Sydney Mitchell LLP responded to this review on 23 April, 2025
Thank you for your kind feedback which we will pass onto Andre. We are glad that Andre was able to help you.
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Husband visa extension
Andre has been helpful like always, his attention to detail is impressive, it was a pleasure to be working with him again thank you from the bottom of our hearts
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A representative from Sydney Mitchell LLP responded to this review on 08 April, 2025
Thank you for your kind words, Parada. We're delighted to hear Andre’s support made a difference—always a pleasure working with you too.
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Indefinite leave to remain
Can not put into words how satisfied i am all the phrases written below are true professional clear advice first class service would totally recommend honest definitely a pleasure to deal with very good communicate very easy to understand tenacious very efficient fully informed the whole time friendly wouldnt want to use anyone else would recommend to anyone what a great guy thank you from the bottom of my heart Andre you are number one.
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A representative from Sydney Mitchell LLP responded to this review on 07 April, 2025
Wow — what an incredible review, Jillian! Thank you so much for your kind and heartfelt words. We're absolutely thrilled to hear how satisfied you were with the service, and Andre will be over the moon to know the impact he had. It means a lot to us that you felt supported, informed, and in such capable hands throughout. Your recommendation and trust mean everything — thank you again, from all of us!
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Asylum Case
André Minnaar is a very good Solicitor. He’s very efficient, he’s really good at his job.
Will definitely recommend him any day and anytime.
It was really nice working with him😊
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A representative from Sydney Mitchell LLP responded to this review on 03 April, 2025
Thank you for your kind words, Precious. We're thrilled to hear you had such a positive experience with André and will be sure to pass along your recommendation.
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Asylum Case
He’s an excellent lawyer, he’s a good listener and he pays attention on one’s case.
To crown it all, he’s good at what he does will always recommend him any-day, anytime.
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A representative from Sydney Mitchell LLP responded to this review on 14 March, 2025
Thank you for your kind feedback. We will pass this onto Andre and are glad that we were able to help you.
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Immigration
It was a pleasure to have Andre representing me with my immigration status.
The best
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A representative from Sydney Mitchell LLP responded to this review on 11 March, 2025
Thank you for your lovely feedback which we will pass onto Andre. We are glad that we were able to help and hope that you contact us again in the future should you need any help.
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Recommended 100%
It has been a real pleasure to have Mr. Minnaar as solicitor these past few years. I have trusted him with my immigration applications since the beginning and I couldn't be more pleased and happy with the results. I definitely recommend him and Sydney Mitchell LLP.
Lawyer named in this review: Andre Minnaar
A representative from Sydney Mitchell LLP responded to this review on 03 March, 2025
Thank you for your kind words which we will pass onto Andre. We are glad that we were able to help you and look forward to working with you again in the future should you need to use our services.
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Thank you
I would highly recommend And was very impressed with Andre minnaar expertise and dedication to my case.They went above and beyond to ensure I understood all my options and achieved a successful outcome
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A representative from Sydney Mitchell LLP responded to this review on 03 March, 2025
Thank you for your kind feedback which we will pass onto Andre. We are glad we were able to help you.
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1st Class Service and Advice
I first met Andre Minnaar in 2012 when i was a student, looking to get my immigration status in order. 13years later after finally applying for my citizenship, I can say it’s the best decision I ever made walking into Andre’s office to request his services.
The service i have received from Andre has been absolutely 1st Class. Andre’s knowledge combined with his advice has meant that I have never had any issues when submitting applications. The interactions with Andre have been incredibly professional and refreshing. I appreciate that the immigration system can at times be tremendously frustrating and depressing, however I have been very lucky that I have never experienced major obstacles and that is solely due to the advice and guidance I have received from Andre.
I honestly cannot recommend Andre sufficiently enough. He is brilliant, professional, easy to deal with and takes away the stress and unpredictability of the immigration process. I am grateful for all the help and advice Andre has provided me over the last 13 years and totally indebted to him
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A representative from Sydney Mitchell LLP responded to this review on 27 January, 2025
Thank you for your lovely review. We are so pleased that Andre was able to help you and that matters have been successfully concluded.
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Friendly, efficient and reliable !
Great to collaborate with Andre. Easy to communicate . Both first and second time he applied for my wife's visa were successfully. Totally recommend !
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A representative from Sydney Mitchell LLP responded to this review on 27 January, 2025
Thank you, Bogdan, for your fantastic review! We’re so glad to hear that Andre made the process smooth and successful for your wife’s visa applications. Your recommendation means a lot to us!
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