South African Immigration

Find Your Path to
South Africa

Whether you are an investor, a skilled professional, or looking to retire in the sun, there is a visa category for you. Explore the options below.

Remote Work Visa

For digital nomads employed by foreign companies who wish to live in South Africa.

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Key Requirements

Gross Income > R650,976/year

Critical Skills Visa

For professionals with skills listed on the official Critical Skills List.

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Key Requirements

Occupation on Critical Skills List

Intra-Company Transfer

For employees transferring from a foreign branch to a South African branch.

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Key Requirements

6+ Months employment with parent co.

Business Visa

For investors establishing or investing in a business in South Africa.

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Key Requirements

R5 Million Investment (or waiver)

Retirement Visa

For individuals wishing to retire in SA. Can include the right to work.

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Key Requirements

R37,000 monthly income/assets

Spousal / Life Partner

For spouses or life partners of South African citizens or permanent residents.

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Key Requirements

Proof of relationship (2+ years)

General Work Visa

For general employment where no local citizen is available.

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Key Requirements

SA Job Offer

Corporate Visa

For corporate entities to employ a determined number of foreign workers.

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Key Requirements

Need for large volume of staff

Study Visa

For students at primary, secondary, or tertiary learning institutions.

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Key Requirements

Acceptance by Learning Institution.

Not sure which visa fits?