Early success of Points-Based System holds promise for attracting foreign talent to SA

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In the first three months after the Department of Home Affairs (DHA) introduced the new Points-Based system (PBS) to streamline the processing of Critical Skills and General Work Visa applications, the success of this transparent points scale in objectively determining applicant eligibility, is already noticeable. Phindiwe Mbhele, Director of Corporate Accounts at DHA, said since the […]

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Another positive move to attract more tourists to SA

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South Africa’s imminent implementation of an Electronic Travel Authorisation (ETA) system, as announced in the State of the Nation Address (SONA), will allow a full digital visa application process, ensuring a quick and effective turnaround time for travellers coming for short-term visits. This will help boost tourism numbers which have not yet recovered to pre-COVID-19 […]

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Home Affairs Backlog Cleared By The Bomb Squad

Bringing in the Bomb Squad at Home Affairs

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There is a new Bomb Squad in town. And they are as impressive as the Springbok Bomb Squad, the forceful team players who make all the difference in the later stages of a rugby match to help secure yet another World Cup victory for the Boks.

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Immigration Policy Reforms: Fueling South Africa’s Growth in 2025

How Home Affairs’ Immigration Reforms Could Drive SA’s Growth in 2025

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How Home Affairs’ Immigration Reforms Could Drive SA’s Growth in 2025 Since the Government of National Unity (GNU) was formed in July 2024, consumer and business confidence picked up, and many global leaders see the creation of the GNU as positive and a sign of stability. There is also improved sentiment towards South Africa and […]

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Cape Town's Rise as a Digital Nomad Hub And Remote Work Visas

Phindiwe Mbhele on Remote Work Visa: Splendid Cape Town is wooing more and more digital nomads

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Splendid Cape Town is wooing more and more digital nomads Almost three months after South Africa introduced the long-awaited Remote Work Visa to attract foreign digital nomads who can choose any exotic destination in the world to work from, the Department of Home Affairs (DHA) sees an uptick in enquiries from these remote workers who […]

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