Immigration and Visa Updates with the Department of Home Affairs

Get ready for an insightful 3-part series podcast featuring Marisa Jacobs, Managing Director of Xpatweb, and Phindiwe Mbhele, Director of Corporate Accounts at the Department of Home Affairs!

Together, they unpack South Africa’s latest legislative and regulatory changes and the introduction of new visa regulations and systems. The discussions explore the recently introduced Remote Work Visa, the Points-Based System, and the Department’s ongoing efforts to resolve the visa backlog, the Trusted Employer Scheme and the recently introduced Trusted Tour Operator Scheme.

They also highlight the exciting news that South Africa’s passport has climbed 10% in the Henley Passport Index and is now ranked among the top 50 globally, which is an incredible achievement for both the Department of Home Affairs and the country.

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Remote Work Visa

Part 1 of Part 3

Tune into this engaging and insightful podcast with Marisa Jacobs, Managing Director of Xpatweb and Phindiwe Mbhele, Director of Corporate Accounts at the Department of Home Affairs, as they discuss South Africa’s Remote Work Visa that came into effect last year.

The Remote Work Visa allows individuals to work for a foreign employer while residing in South Africa.

This visa caters to a diverse group of professionals who value flexibility, cultural experiences and the opportunity to contribute to South Africa’s growth.

From the application process and eligibility criteria to the benefits for professionals wanting to work remotely in South Africa, this episode is your ultimate guide.

Points-Based System

Part 2 of Part 3

Tune in to our latest podcast discussing South Africa’s newly gazetted Points-Based System that was introduced in October of last year, with Marisa Jacobs (Managing Director of Xpatweb) and Phindiwe Mbhele (Director of Corporate Accounts at the Department of Home Affairs).

This framework awards points for applicants to be scored based on their occupation, qualifications and work experience in order to qualify for a work visa and aims to help employers bring in new talent to South Africa.

They will break down the scoring criteria and share insights into how the system benefits skilled professionals and aims to attract top talent to drive economic growth.

Visa Backlog

Part 3 of Part 3

Tune in as Marisa Jacobs, Managing Director of Xpatweb, and Phindiwe Mbhele, Director of Corporate Accounts at the Department of Home Affairs, discuss the status of the visa backlog which was at the top of the agenda in 2024.

In this episode, they look at the challenges, ongoing improvements and what this means for current and future applicants.

If you are waiting for a visa outcome or considering applying, this podcast is packed with updates you need to know.

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