South Africa Visa Resources

How do I obtain a permanent residence permit?

Permanent residence permits are issued by the Department of Home Affairs. Information on how to apply for a permanent residence permit is available from the department

How do I obtain a temporary residence permit or visa?

Temporary residence permits or visas are issued by the Department of Home Affairs

South Africa - UK Foreign travel advice

This advice reflects the UK government’s understanding of current rules for people travelling on a full ‘British citizen’ passport from the UK, for the most common types of travel to South Africa.

Living in South Africa

Information for British citizens moving to or living in South Africa, including guidance on residency, healthcare and driving.

South Africa travel advice

Travel Advice and Advisories from the Government of Canada for South Africa.

Obtaining a spousal visa for foreign spouses of SA citizens

It can take a mere two months to obtain a spousal visa if the foreign spouse of a South African citizen applies from outside the country. However, if they apply from inside South Africa it becomes a waiting game and they cannot leave until the process has been completed.

SA Citizenship: Children born to foreign parents can qualify

In a ruling by the Constitutional Court that came into effect recently, children born to foreign parents can qualify for SA citizenship.

South Africa looking at introducing remote-working and other visas

A comprehensive review of the work visa system is currently underway, led by a former Director-General of Home Affairs, Mr Mavuso Msimang. This review is exploring the possibility of new visa categories that could enable economic growth, such as a start-up visa and a remote working visa.

South Africa to roll out e-visa in the coming months

Home Affairs minister Aaron Motsoaledi says that his department has concluded its e-visa pilot process and now plans to officially roll out the system later this year.

South Africa lifts visa for Iranian travelers - Tehran Times

In a bid to boost tourism to the country, South Africas home affairs minister Aaron Motsoaledi has announced visa-free travel for 11 countries.

South African Tourism Set To Roll Out E Visa Facility For Indian Tourists

South Africa has taken several measures to provide ease of access to Indian tourists including bringing changes in visa regime. The online visa application system pilot testing will happen from the next week. If the pilot project goes well, a full rollout will take place from April 1, 2020

Home affairs earmarks three countries for e-visas pilot

Three of the world’s most populated nations will pilot the SA Department of Home Affairs’ (DHA’s) electronic visas (e-visas) system in the new year

New visa changes coming to South Africa

The Department of Home Affairs is working on a number of changes to South Africa’s visa regime, in an effort to make the country more accessible for visitors, investors and people with skills that are critical to building the economy.