André Minnaar
Partner, Head of Immigration
Immigration team
T: 0121 746 3300
E: a.minnaar@sydneymitchell.co.uk
Office: Birmingham

About André
Expertise
Recent Cases
Testimonials
Partner, Head of Immigration
Immigration team
T: 0121 746 3300
E: a.minnaar@sydneymitchell.co.uk
Office: Birmingham

About André
André is a Partner and head of our Immigration team and recognised as a Leading Partner in his area of expertise by the Legal 500 directory and under his leadership, his team has been ranked as tier one for five consecutive years.
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. André holds a practicing certificate as a Registered Foreign Lawyer with the Solicitors Regulation Authority in the UK.
Outside of work André enjoys travelling and his hobbies include painting, drawing and experimenting in the kitchen.

Expertise
André 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.
He has extensive experience in immigration law, including, but mot limited to, overturning UKVI visa refusals, overturned, complex long residence and human rights based applications, de facto adoption applications and appeals, asylum claims and entry clearance.
He is also an experienced tribunal advocate, having successfully represented hundreds of appellants during his long career, often succeeding where others have failed.
Being an immigrant who went through the immigration process himself, André has first-hand personal experience of the immigration system. His commitment to achieving successful outcomes for his clients has earned him a reputation as a trusted advisor in the field, helping individuals and businesses.
André is multilingual speaking English, Afrikaans, and read Flemish and Dutch.
Recent Cases
Testimonials
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“I was impressed by André ‘s passion to always provide first class service to his clients. Andre stands out as a very competent ,friendly and approachable legal practitioner. If you are looking for an immigration solicitor look no further Andre can assist you with complex immigration matter you might have.” Client
My asylum claim
“From the day I met with André his services and legal guidance shaped my life for better. My asylum claim was successful and all thanks to and André. I’m still speechless I’m forever indebted to you.” Client

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