A foreigner who has a relative in South Africa that is either South African or a South African permanent resident, may be eligible for temporary and/or permanent residency. But there can be long turn-around times to receive an...
Any first time applicant who wishes to have a long term visa in South Africa must first apply from their country of citizenship or residency. ...
South Africa has some of the best medical practitioners in the world, so it is no wonder that many foreigners choose to have treatment with the backdrop of beautiful South Africa for their physical or mental ailments. ...
There is hardly a more picturesque place in the world to marry than South Africa. Before tying the knot with a local, there are certain formalities that need to take place before you're able to officially marry. ...
In nearly all circumstances, a visa which is valid for a period longer than three months must be applied for in person at the South African Embassy/Consulate of the applicant's country of residency. There are, however, certain circumstances...
In 2016, no new applications for start-ups were approved for South Africa (48 total applications were submitted) and only 25 of 148 applications for business visa renewals were approved. In our latest blog, we discuss what can be...
South Africa has some of the top institutions on the African continent. Add in gorgeous weather and opportunity for travel, it has become a leading destination for continuing studies. So, what do you need to know when considering...
spouses or children of South African citizens or permanent residents do not have to depart from South Africa when applying for a change in visa status....
For either temporary or permanent residency (eg; a stay longer than three months) it is essential to provide a police clearance, if not multiple police clearances. However, when and what is needed can be confusing, so it is...
If you intend on applying for a critical skills or general work visa, it is highly advisable to immediately begin the SAQA process. In our years of experience applying for visas, it has been seen time and time...