PREMIUM SELF SERVICE
VISA APPLICATION

Xpatweb’s Individual Visa Service Offering assists individuals and professionals who require to work, live or study in South Africa to obtain the appropriate visa/permit, but do not require a dedicated Immigration Provider to assist with the full end-to-end process.

This service guides you through the visa application process and we will ensure that the fundamentals are complied with in terms of the Immigration Act, as well as in practice – addressing any potential pitfalls.

OUR EXPERIENCE TO YOU

CLEAR GUIDANCE AND INSTRUCTIONS

COST EFFECTIVE

INDIVIDUAL VISA SERVICE

R3,800.00 + VAT
Consultation, Assessment, Review & Facilitation

Consultation to assess and confirm the visa category is best suited based on your personal needs.
Full checklist and relevant DHA (application) forms (together with any specific Embassy requirements, if submitting abroad).
Full review of documents collected.
Compiling of application in a correct format for your personal submission.
Completing of online VFS application form (based in South Africa).
Handover meeting to go through application pack (in-person or virtual).
Booking of appointment at VFS / Embassy.

REQUEST SERVICE

WHAT VISA CATEGORY CAN I APPLY FOR?

Critical Skills Visa

This category of visa may be applied for if you hold the necessary skills, experience and qualification in line with one of the categories listed on the Critical Skills List. If you have an offer of employment with a South African company, the visa may be issued for a period of up to five (5) years and is renewable. Should you still wish to seek employment in South Africa, you may be issued with a one (1) year non-renewable visa to enable you to seek employment.

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General Work Visa

Despite the name, this is one of the most complex and onerous work visa categories to apply for. To qualify for this visa, you must have received a Certificate from the Department of Labour (DoL) confirming that there is no suitable South African available to fill your proposed role and that your proposed salary is market-related, alternatively a Waiver issued by the Department of Home Affairs to substitute the DoL Certificate requirement. This is a multi-layered and lengthy process.

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Spousal Visa with/without Work Endorsement

If you are married to a South African Citizen and wish to join them in the Republic, you are eligible to apply for a Spousal Visa. This visa will restrict any work/business related activities which must be applied for in the form of a contract of employment and/or business registration documents from the South African Company. This visa option is also applicable for life-partners who can prove that the relationship is in existence for two (2) years and longer.

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Study Visa

This category of visa applies to students who have been accepted to study at South African Educational Institutions. As a student, you are permitted to work on an ad-hoc basis for up to 20 hours weekly.

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Visitor’s Visa (3-months)

Non-visa exempted nationals are required to apply for a short-term visa to travel to South Africa for business/holiday purposes. This visa is issued for 3 months and could be extended for 3 months in South Africa if required. No work activities are allowed on this visa.

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Short Term Work Visa

If you are required to attend to an urgent project in South Africa in a short-prescribed timeframe (3 – 6 months), the ideal visa will be a Short-Term Work Visa which will enable you to legally conduct work activities in the country without implicating yourself or the South African Company.

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Permanent Residency

There are numerous sections within the Act the provides opportunity for foreign nationals to apply for Permanent Residency. Click here to learn more or opt for the basic package for consultation with one of our experts.

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Full Name*
Email Address*
Contact Number
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?*
Total Points*
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PREMIUM SELF SERVICE
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WHAT VISA CATEGORY CAN I APPLY FOR?

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