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Investors who wish to actively invest in, establish, or take over a business in South Africa require a Business Visa. Acquiring this visa allows foreign nationals to conduct business-related activities such as attending conferences, meetings, or negotiating contracts...
On the 30th of March 2026, the Department of Home Affairs (DHA) issued Immigration Directive No.7, which was set to take effect from the 1st of April 2026 until the 30th of June 2027. The Directive outlines further...
Recently, the Department of Home Affairs (DHA) has put out a notice declaring that it will no longer be accepting application submissions from immigration consultants and agents. Only applications from either the applicant, an attorney, or a registered...
The Minister of the Department of Home Affairs (DHA), Dr Leon Schreiber, has announced draft regulations proposing a secure, smartphone-based digital ID system that will operate alongside physical, existing Smart ID Cards. Banks and other private sector ‘trusted entities’...
Following President Cyril Ramaphosa’s warning to business owners hiring undocumented workers, the Department of Employment and Labour (DEL) is preparing to hire 10,000 new labour inspectors. These inspectors are to visit business owners all over South Africa in...
In accordance with the South African government's ‘Home Affairs @ Home’ initiative, the Department of Home Affairs (DHA) has been gradually shifting its civic and immigration services toward a digital model. In due time, the government aims to...
South Africa’s Spousal Visa (under Section 11(6) of the Immigration Act) provides foreign nationals who are in a genuine relationship with a South African citizen or permanent resident with a lawful pathway to live together in South Africa....
You’re currently visiting South Africa for an extended stay, and you’ve made sure to submit your visa application. However, the process is taking longer than expected, and your current visa is about to expire. What now? It is generally...
South Africa’s breathtaking landscapes, diverse culture, and pleasant climate have made it an increasingly attractive destination for retirees from all around the world. Retiring in South Africa offers a high standard of living and exceptional value for money....
Foreign nationals in South Africa who are facing uncertainty while they’re waiting for an outcome to their overly delayed visa, waiver, or appeal applications have been granted some welcome relief by the Department of Home Affairs (DHA). On...