Start your life with your South African partner as well as having the freedom to work, study or start a business. See if you fit requirements to apply for a spousal visa below.
SPOUSAL VISA: SPOUSE / LIFE PARTNER OF A CITIZEN OR PERMANENT RESIDENT
Are you married to a South African and wishing to immigrate to South Africa? If your spouse or life partner is a South African Citizen or a Permanent Resident, you can apply for a South African Spousal Visa to be deemed eligible for immigration. Having a Spousal Visa will not only let you reside in South Africa with your spouse, but you will also be able to work, study or set up a business, which is a huge advantage.
You may also qualify for Permanent Residency if you have been in a relationship with a South African citizen for five years or more, this applied to both married and unmarried couples.
If you are an unmarried couple but have been in a relationship with a South African Citizen for two years or more, you might qualify for a Life Partner Visa.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
1. My spouse is not a South African Citizen but working in South Africa?
If your spouse has been offered a job in South Africa they are required by law to get a South African work permit which will allow them to work and reside in South Africa. Click here to learn more
2. Can I join my spouse who is working in South Africa?
Yes, you can. As a spouse of a South African temporary residence visa (Work Visa) holder you are required by law to apply for a Visitor Visa in terms of Section 11(1) b (iv) of the Immigration Act of 2002, as amended. This visa allows you to lawfully reside with your spouse while they are on work assignment in South Africa.
3. Can a spouse work on a dependent visa?
Unfortunately, this visa does not allow you to work, study or conduct a business in SA. If you want to work in South Africa you will have to apply for your own independent work visa.
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