Diplomatic Immunities and Privileges Act, 2001 (Act No. 37 of 2001)SchedulesSchedule 1Vienna Convention on Diplomatic Relations, 1961Article 16 |
(1) | Heads of mission shall take precedence in their respective classes in the order of the date and time of taking up their functions in accordance with Article 13. |
(2) | Alterations in the credentials of a head of mission not involving any change of class shall not affect his precedence. |
(3) | This article is without prejudice to any practice accepted by the receiving State regarding the precedence of the representative of the Holy See. |