Below you will find a list of permit categories available to persons wishing to relocate to South Africa. Please click on the respective category for details. For further information and a detailed quote simply contact us or receive a free assessment of your immigration prospects.

Please note: The technical term for the visa types listed below is generally "permit", e.g. "work permit" or "permanent residence permit". For simplification purposes the term "visa" may have been used.

• Extended Visit
  A foreigner wishing to stay in South Africa for a period of up to 3 months...
• Work Visa
  Persons wishing to seek or take up employment in South Africa...
• Business Visa (Start-up or Investment in existing Business)
  The so-called business permit is issued to foreigners who wish to establish a new business in South Africa...
• Retirement Visa
  Retirement visas are issued to foreigners of all ages who are able to submit proof of sufficient financial means available to them for their retirement in South Africa...
• Studies, Education
  Persons wishing to attend school, university or other institutions of learning in South Africa...
• Relative & Partner Visa
  Relation (partner or other) to South African citizen or permanent resident...
• Permanent Residence Visa
  The permanent residence visa allows its holder maximum flexibility with regards to entry and exit...
• Citizenship
  There are 3 general grounds for the granting of South African citizenship...

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