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Candidates who possess skills as specified on the critical skills list as published by the Department of Home Affairs, would qualify for a visa in this category.

Intra-Company Transfer Visa

Ideal for multi-national organisations transferring an existing employee from a foreign branch to a branch or affiliate in South Africa.

General Work Visa

Work Visa

An application for a General Work Visa requires a certificate from the Department of Labour confirming the prospective employer has been unable to find a suitable citizen.

Corporate Visa

A corporate permit is a temporary work authorisation granted to a corporate entity to employ a pre-determined number of skilled/semi-skilled/unskilled workers.

Business Visa

Foreigners who are contemplating investing in the South African economy by establishing a business or by investing in an existing business in the country must apply for a business visa.

Visitors – Section 11(2)

Visitor-section

An applicant may apply for visa authorisation to conduct work in South Africa on an urgent basis for a period of up to 3 months.

Undesirable Status

Persons who overstay their visas may be declared undesirable on their departure. This status can be reversed through a formal application with sufficient motivation.

Permanent Residence

Permanent-residency

In terms of granting Permanent Residency Permits, emphasis is placed on immigrants who are able to make a meaningful contribution to broadening the economic base of South Africa.

Retired Persons visas

Retired persons visas may be issued to persons who wish to retire in South Africa, provided that such persons comply with the financial requirements.

Study Visa

A study visa allows a foreign national to reside in the Republic whilst studying at a South African institution of primary, secondary, or tertiary education.

Spousal and Life Partner Visa

Spouses and life partners of South African citizens and temporary or permanent residency holders are permitted to reside in South Africa based on their relationship.

Relatives Visa

A relative’s visa may be issued for a prescribed period by the Director-General to a foreigner who is a member of the immediate family of a South African citizen or a permanent resident.

Volunteer Visa’s

Volunteer visas allows foreign nationals to partake in volunteer or charity work within the Republic.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the difference between a visa and a permit?

Applications for temporary residence were known or referred to as ‘permits’, however following the Immigration law change in 2014, these ‘permits’ are now to be known as ‘visas’.

What types of visas are available?

Short term visas:

Tourist/Visitor’s visa (Visitor visa in terms of Section 11 (1)
Short term work visa (Visitor visa in terms of Section 11 (2)
Business visa (applicable to meetings and conferences only)
Medical treatment visa

Long term visas:

How do I qualify for a work visa?

As a first step, a careful assessment of your specific case will be required – such as review of your CV, qualifications and employment in South Africa (where applicable). Once we have reviewed the documents we will advise on which work visa category you would qualify for. Please feel free to contact us if you require assistance hereon.

How do I apply for a work visa or any other visa?

Any initial temporary residence visa is required to be filed within your home country or country of temporary residence. Generally temporary residence visas are renewable in South Africa, however this is dependent on the conditions as endorsed on your visa.

How long does it take to obtain a work visa?

Dependent on which work visa category you are applying for:

Short term work visa: 2 – 3 weeks end to end and dependent on the availability of documents/urgency.
General Work visa: 3 – 6 months end to end (inclusive of Waiver / Department of Labour processes).
Critical Skills work visa: 2 – 3 months end to end, dependent on the availability of Police Clearance Certificates, professional body registration and SAQA evaluation.
Intra-Company Transfer: Up to 2 months end to end and dependent on the availability of documentation.

* end-to-end: from the date of payment to receiving the visa

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Please select the visa category you require assistance with:*
How old is the child?*
Does the child's parent/ guardian have valid status within South Africa?*
What is your marital status?*
What is the status of your spouse?*
What is the number of foreign nationals you are looking to employ?*
Do you currently have a formal offer of employment from a registered South African company?*
What is your highest level of Education?*
In which country did you complete your highest qualification*
What position have you been offered*
Do you have accompanying family members?*
What is your highest level of education?*
In order to qualify for a General Work Visa, you must have an offer of employment from a South African employer. What is your expected annual income for the position you have been offered?*
How many years of work experience do you have?*
Is your prospective employer a member of the Trusted Employer Scheme?*
* Trusted Employers who have received this status form the DHA often meet the following criteria: - Have invested more than R100 million into the South African Economy - Employ more than 150 staff
Are you proficient in one of South Africa's 11 official languages?*
What is your relationship to a South African citizen/ Permanent Resident?*
Do you have an offer of employment from a South African employer?*
What is the duration of your relationship?*
Do you have an offer of employment from a South African employer?*
Are you currently employed by a foreign entity outside of South Africa?*
Do you earn an annual salary exceeding R650,000? (UDS $37,000 / EUR 33,000)*
What is your intention in South Africa?
What is you intended duration of stay in South Africa?*
Do you have a monthly irrevocable income of at least R37,000?*
Do you have a net worth of at least R2.4 million?*
Do you intend on working part time or conducting business while in South Africa?*
Do you have accompanying family members?*
What is the duration of your assignment in South Africa?*
Does your current employer support your work in South Africa?*
Are you being sent on a secondment or assignment to South Africa?*
Have you been employed in your current position for longer than 6 months?*
What is the expected duration of your secondment/ assignment?*
Do you have an enrollment letter from a recognized learning institution?*
What level of education will you be completing in South Africa?*
What visa do you currently hold?*
Please specify other*
What is the expiry date of your current visa*
Date Format: DD slash MM slash YYYY
What Visa do you currently hold for South Africa?*
Have you received a permanent offer of employment?*
Do you have accompanying family members?*
What is the expiry date of your current Critical Skills Work Visa?*
Date Format: YYYY slash MM slash DD
Do you have accompanying family members?*
What is the expiry date of your current General Work Visa?*
Date Format: YYYY slash MM slash DD
How long have you resided in South Africa?*
Do you have accompanying family members?*
What is the expiry date of your current Intra Company Transfer Work Visa?*
Date Format: YYYY slash MM slash DD
How long have you resided in South Africa?*
Have you been offered Permanent employment by a South African employer?*
What is your relationship to a South African citizen/ Permanent Resident?*
How long have you resided in South Africa?*
Have you maintained your relationship with your South African partner/ South African PR holder?*
How long have you resided in South Africa?*
How long have you resided in South Africa?*
Do you receive an irrevocable income of at least R37,000 per month (Rental income, dividends, interest, pension, ect )*
Do you have a net worth of at least ZAR 1,8 million*
What is your relationship to a South African citizen/ Permanent Resident?*
How long have you resided in South Africa?*
Have you maintained your relationship with your South African partner/ South African PR holder?*
How long have you resided in South Africa?*
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Full Name*
Email Address*
Country Code
Contact Number*
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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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