South African Visas and Requirements
Visitor’s Visa
- For short-term visits for tourism, business, or family visits.
- Valid for up to 90 days, with a possible extension of up to 90 additional days.
- Requires a valid passport, visa application form (BI-84), visa fee, and supporting documents.
Study Visa
- For individuals planning to study at a South African educational institution.
- Requires an acceptance letter from the institution, a valid passport, visa application form (BI-1738), visa fee, and supporting documents.
- Valid for the duration of the study program.
Work Visa
- For individuals planning to work in South Africa.
- Requires a job offer, a valid passport, visa application form (BI-1738), visa fee, and supporting documents.
- Valid for up to 5 years, with the possibility of extension.
Business Visa
- For individuals planning to establish or invest in a South African business.
- Requires proof of investment, a valid passport, visa application form (BI-1738), visa fee, and supporting documents.
- Valid for up to 3 years, with the possibility of extension.
Retirement Visa
- For individuals who wish to retire in South Africa.
- Requires proof of financial means, a valid passport, visa application form (BI-1738), visa fee, and supporting documents.
- Valid for up to 4 years, with the possibility of extension.
Relative’s Visa
- For individuals who have immediate family members living in South Africa.
- Requires proof of relationship, a valid passport, visa application form (BI-1738), visa fee, and supporting documents.
- Valid for up to 2 years, with the possibility of extension.
Permanent Residence Permit
- For individuals seeking permanent residency in South Africa.
- Requires a valid reason for permanent residency, a valid passport, application form (BI-947), application fee, and supporting documents.
- Processing time may take several months or longer.
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