Migrate to South Africa - Benefits, Application Process, Documents & More

Expats who are interested in immigrating to South Africa can choose from a variety of visas and permits based on the purpose of their visit as well as the length of their stay. Immigrants can choose between temporary and permanent residence permits. For people interested in immigrating to South Africa, the following visas are available.

• South African Critical Skills visa
  Expats interested in immigrating to South Africa can choose from a variety of visas and permits based on the purpose of their visit as well as the length of their stay. Immigrants can choose between temporary and permanent residence permits. For people interested in immigrating to South Africa, the following visas are available.
• South African General Work Visa
  The South African general work visa allows candidates to choose South African immigration and stay in the country for a maximum of five years to work in job roles that are currently in short supply. Eligible applicants may bring family members such as children and spouses on the visa.
• South African Business Visa
  South African Business Visa allows the investors to live and invest in any new business or an established one in South Africa. To get eligible for this visa, the candidate must have a minimum amount of 5 million Indian Rupees to invest in South Africa.
• South African Retired Persons Visa
  South African Retired Persons Visa allows retired people and senior citizens to spend their golden years in South Africa. Individuals who apply for South African immigration on this visa are granted a four-year initial stay, which can be extended indefinitely. On this visa, the applicant may also bring his spouse and dependent children. The candidate must meet the following eligibility requirements.

Individuals applying for the Critical Skills work visa must meet the following requirements.

• A duly completed online application form for the South African Critical Skills visa. Our advisers will assist and guide you through the process of filling out this form.
• A passport with at least 30 days of validity after the predicted expiration date of the visa.
• Evidence of a genuine employment offer in a field recognized on the South African Critical Skills list
• Evidence of sufficient funds
• Records of medical and police clearance
• In the event of qualifications obtained outside of South Africa, a certificate of evaluation from the South African Qualifications Authority is required.
• A marriage certificate and, if applicable, a birth certificate for the dependant spouse and children.

It would cost around R 1,520 for a South African visa if applied in the country itself. The cost may vary for each visa and country.

It would take 30 - 40 days for processing for a South African Visa. And it may be a little longer depending on present covid situations.