Corporate work visa South Africa

Time frames and cost

The primary characteristics that define the conditions for obtaining and using a visa. These conditions may vary depending on the individual circumstances of the applicant and the decision of the immigration authorities of the country.

Documents

A list of documents required for visa application. The exact list depends on the chosen visa type, the purpose of the visit, and the individual conditions of the applicant.

Mandatory

The essential minimum documents required for a visa application, such as a passport or visa application form. These are necessary regardless of the location, method, or conditions of the application.

• Passport

  Or an equivalent travel document, with a validity period exceeding the duration of the visa by at least 30 days and with at least 2 blank pages.

• Photograph

  Must be recent (taken within the last 6 months), in color, clear, and sized 35x45mm. The face should occupy 70-80% of the image, printed on high-quality, matte paper with a plain, light background. Hair must not cover the eyes or eyebrows. Headwear is not permitted unless worn for religious or medical reasons, and the full face must remain visible. Applicants must submit 2 photographs.

• Visa application form

  Official visa application form, completely filled and signed by the applicant.

• Receipt of fee payment

  Confirmation of the visa application processing fee.

• Passport copies

  Applicants are required to submit a copy of the passport page bearing their personal data and photograph, copies of any previous South African visas appearing in the passport, and, if applicable, a copy of a second passport.

Supporting

Documents that specify, substantiate, and confirm the purpose of the visit, as well as provide necessary information about the applicant and their future activities in the country.

• Corporate visa

  A copy of the main corporate visa issued to the prospective employer.

• Justification for hiring foreign nationals

  Supporting documentation demonstrating the need to employ foreign workers.

• Employment contract

  A valid employment contract or job offer from a company that holds a valid corporate visa.

• Worker authorization certificate

  Original corporate worker authorization certificate (fully completed).

• Employer’s undertaking

  A stamped written undertaking by the corporate applicant to ensure that the foreigner departs from the Republic of South Africa upon termination of his or her contract of employment, or accepting responsibility for the return or costs related to the deportation of the foreigner should it become necessary.

• Qualifications and experience confirmation

  Proof of evaluation of foreign qualifications by the South African Qualifications Authority (SAQA) and translation by a sworn translator into one of the official languages of the Republic of South Africa, or evidence of skills and experience in line with the job offer/contract.

• Certificate of registration with professional body

  A certificate of registration with the professional body, council or board recognized by SAQA in terms of section 13(1)(i) of the National Qualifications Framework Act.

Additional

Documents required vary depending on individual circumstances, specific visa conditions, the place, and the method of application.

• Yellow fever vaccination certificate

  A valid yellow fever vaccination certificate is required for individuals traveling from or transiting through yellow fever endemic regions of Africa or South America. The vaccination should be administered at least 10 days prior to entry. This requirement does not apply to persons who remain in direct transit through such areas without stopover.

• Medical report

  Applicants must submit a medical report issued by a registered medical practitioner, confirming their general state of health and detailing any medical conditions they may have. The document must not be older than 6 months at the time of submission.

• Police clearance certificate

  A police clearance certificate must be issued by the police or competent authority in any country where the applicant resided for 12 months or longer during the five years immediately preceding the application, after having attained the age of 18. The certificate must not be older than 6 months at the time of submission.

• Proof of financial mean

  Applicants must submit an original bank statement for the last 3 months, duly stamped and certified by the issuing bank, and dated no earlier than 7 days prior to the date of submission. Multiple personal bank accounts and other relevant financial documents may be accepted as alternative proof of income.

• Proof of accommodation

  A hotel booking, a lease agreement, a copy of property ownership, or a letter from a South African company accepting responsibility for the applicant's accommodation (and that of any family members), and specifying the address and duration of stay.

*Foreign official documents must be apostilled and legalized in accordance with the regulations of the country whose consular or diplomatic mission they are being submitted to. Additionally, they must be accompanied by a certified translation into the official language of that country or into English, unless otherwise specified by the mission's requirements.

**Prior to submitting the documents, it is strongly advised to verify the specific procedures and requirements with the relevant mission.

Sources

Links to official resources upon which the information presented on the website is based. Information portals of government bodies or diplomatic representations of the country responsible for visa issuance and immigration policy in general.

• The Department of Home Affairs of the Republic of South Africa
• Immigration Act of the Republic of South Africa
• The South African online eVisa system