Edictal citation – High Court – Uniform Rule of Court 5
When the defendant is believed to be out of the Republic of South Africa and the process or documents instituting proceedings must be served outside the borders of the Republic, leave to sue by way of Edictal Citation is required.
The application is brought ex parte in the Court having jurisdiction to entertain the main claim.
Edictal citation – High Court – Uniform Rule of Court 5
To view the rule go to Department of Justice – Uniform Rules of Court
For more go to the South African Legal Information Institute (SAFLII)
