The programme facilitates the entry and departure of persons into South Africa in line with the Immigration Act (2002). It records their movements on the Movement Control System (MCS) and controls the processing of applications for permanent and temporary residence permits, including work, study, business and other permits. Immigration Services also deals with the immigration matters in foreign countries and detects and deports illegal immigrants in terms of the Immigration Act (2002). In addition, this programme issues enabling documents to refugees. The Head Office is responsible for providing strategic leadership for refugee reception office operations.