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VISA FACILITATION SERVICE
REMOTE WORK VISA
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WORK PERMIT SOUTH AFRICA SPECIALISTS

LEADING WORK PERMIT SERVICE PROVIDER OFFERING A BESPOKE AND COMPREHENSIVE SERVICE TO CORPORATES AND PROFESSIONALS

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Holistic Expatriation Solutions

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General Work Visa

A General Work Visa may be issued to any foreign national who intends to take up employment in South Africa on the basis of a firm offer of employment. The amendment of the Immigration Act in 2014, saw the introduction of a Department of Labour Certificate process for those who wish to apply for a General Work Visa and this includes applications for renewals.

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Corporate Visa

A Corporate Visa is a temporary work authorisation granted not to a foreign employee, but to a corporate entity (e.g. a mine) to employ a pre-determined number of skilled/semi-skilled/unskilled workers. This visa enables a corporate applicant to employ a large number of foreign nationals for a specific period.

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Permanent Residency Permit

Foreign nationals who desire to live permanently in South Africa or who have been resident in the country on the basis of valid work permits, can apply for a permanent residency permit provided they meet certain requirements.

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Africa Visas

We assist our clients to obtain work visas, business visas, transit visas, tourists visas, residence permits and study permits for Botswana, Ghana, Mozambique, Namibia, Angola and Tanzania.

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Immigration Audit Service

Work Permit South Africa offers a comprehensive Immigration Audit service that involves sending one of our Immigration Managers to your company’s premises. The process will include the auditing of all documents to ensure conformity with the prescribed immigration rules and procedures.

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Specialist Legal Services

We are able to approach a competent court for any relief sought by any person or entity in terms of the Immigration Act and/or to challenge law or various aspects of law.

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Additional Categories

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REMOTE WORK VISA

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CRITICAL SKILLS WORK VISA

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INTRA-COMPANY TRANSFER VISA

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BUSINESS VISA

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VISITOR’S VISA-SECTION 11(2)

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UNDESIRABLE STATUS

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RETIRED PERSON’S VISA

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STUDY VISA

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SPOUSAL VISA

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VOLUNTEER VISA

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  • South Africa’s Sought-after Retired Person Visa: A Narrow Window for Prospective Applicants Before New Rules Take Hold
  • South Africa’s Immigration Reforms Signal Narrower Permanent Residence Path Ahead for Skilled Foreign Talent
  • Critical Skills Work Visa South Africa: A Solution for Employers and Highly Skilled International Professionals
  • Navigating Mozambique’s Work Visa Process as the Country Re-opens for Investment
  • ZEP Holders Beware: There is No Shortcut to Permanent Residence in South Africa

Testimonials

I just came back from my visa application appointment at VFS with Sue-Allan. I wanted to share how amazing, sweet, and kind she was. I’ve been so nervous and stressed about this process and she held my hand and explained every step of the way. Honestly the best experience I’ve ever had with a visa process (and I’ve had quite a few)

Xpatweb Client

I was assisted by multiple people at this organisation and all of them knew the process well. They were more than happy to help on queries, exceptions, follow ups etc. I was seeking a work permit from SA and their documentation was splendid (even VFS said its fool proof). Highly recommended set of professionals.

Utsav Mistry

I am so happy to see my visa in my hands with so much speed. My sincere thanks for the incredible service support your company gave towards my visa application. Ever since I started consulting your firm 5 years ago, I have been well served with great care.

Engineer at large Information Technology Company

My family and I have received the most excellent services from Xpatweb during the process of obtaining permits (Work permit, study permits, dependent permits and now permanent residents permit, including applying for IDs). We have been treated with patience, respect and diligence.

CEO at NPO

We have always received exceptional service from Xpatweb. Echoing the sentiments of my fellow colleagues that has interacted with you. Your portfolio of work is very difficult in general, however from a client’s perspective it’s extremely personal as well and to have your consultants to always be professional, always smiling, always helpful self has truly been a joy. Thank you for being so great, stay incomparable.

HR Consultant at NGO

A big thanks to the team at Work Permit South Africa for the incredible service delivery and prompt response. You are beyond professional, obliging and will recommend your service to all my business partners.

Andre Vermaak

I want to commend Work Permit South Africa for the magnificent service and professionalism.

Maryam Darwesh Said

Thank you to the team at Work Permit South Africa for the assistance and professionalism throughout the continuous process.

Jacques Calvert

My agent and guardian angel was Mpho Ndimande, I would like to say I am exceptionally pleased with her services that she provided me during the tough and stressful times that one would experience dealing with DHA, she is very well informed and was always willing to assist with any query I had at any given time. I must commend her effort in going that extra mile to ensure that her clients have peace of mind.

Her team went above and beyond their calling to accommodate me and for that, I am very grateful. I will highly recommend Xpatweb to anyone who wishes to have a peaceful sleep at night, knowing that you will be in good hands.

They respond quickly and efficiently and not only helping me obtaining the visa I needed but also in their services to help obtain all the supporting documents that are required for the process. To all those reading this testimonial, take my word for it and choose Xpatweb to assist you in the process. The only outcome from their service quality is smiles from ear to ear.

Zulfi Esat

The efforts made to deliver a VISA in really a few days was outstanding!

Xpatweb Client
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Disclaimer:

We uphold a standard of exceptional responsiveness and proactivity in our email communications. To assist you effectively, please provide us with as much information as possible regarding your enquiry. Without sufficient details, we may be unable to offer the help you need, and your query may go unanswered. We are committed to providing market leading professional assistance to corporates and professionals, with an unparalleled team of immigration consultants, attorneys and administrators; and the quality of the information provided ensures that we are able to best assist our clientele.

Please note that we are a top independent and private immigration practice, completely separate from DHA. We do not function as a division or representative of DHA. Any enquiry received, which was intended to be directed to DHA may go unanswered.

Useful Tools

Critical Skills list

Click here to download the latest critical skills list

Statutory Bodies List

Click here to download the list of statutory bodies accredited by SAQA

South African Embassies

Click here to download a list of South African embassies around the world

VFS Offices

Click here to locate a VFS office near you

International Public Holidays

Click here to see the international public holidays per country

Yellow Fever

Click here to download a list of vaccine requirements

Time Zones

Click here to view a map with the different timezones

Exempt Countries

Click here to download a list of countries exempt from South African visas

Currency Converter

Click here to convert your currency

Act regulations

Click here to open act regulations.

Steps Involved in the Visa Application Process

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Visa applications involve up to 50 steps

6

With our approach the company will only be involved in 6 steps

3

And the expat is only needed for 3 steps

Work Permit South Africa will handle the administration of all other steps, thereby successfully reducing both the employer and the expatriate administration and becoming an extension of your company – doing all the administration leg work on your behalf

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Find Us

Johannesburg:
17 Eaton Avenue,
Bryanston, Johannesburg,
Gauteng, 2191
South Africa

George:
55 York Street,
Dormehls Drift,
George, 6529
South Africa

Cape Town:
1002 Harbour Bridge,
Dockrail Road,
Cape Town, 8001
South Africa

Useful links

Department of Home Affairs
Department of Labour
Immigration Act
BCEA Act

Latest News

  • South Africa’s Sought-after Retired Person Visa: A Narrow Window for Prospective Applicants Before New Rules Take Hold18/05/2026 - 15:07
  • South Africa’s Immigration Reforms Signal Narrower Permanent Residence Path Ahead for Skilled Foreign Talent18/05/2026 - 14:50
  • Critical Skills Work Visa South Africa: A Solution for Employers and Highly Skilled International Professionals22/04/2026 - 09:39
  • Navigating Mozambique’s Work Visa Process as the Country Re-opens for Investment22/04/2026 - 08:35
  • ZEP Holders Beware: There is No Shortcut to Permanent Residence in South Africa16/04/2026 - 13:23

Disclaimer

Work Permits SA subscribe to Google’s rules on transparency. We are a privately-owned immigration practice and as such comply with the Immigration Act of South Africa. We are not the South African Government. We charge for our expertise in successfully applying for temporary and permanent residence services. Forms that are supplied during the process can be collected free of charge at any Department of Home Affairs office but are provided as part of the service. Users who wish to do so can contact the Department of Home Affairs directly at www.home-affairs.gov.za.

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