How Do I Acquire a Work Permit in South Africa?
The Department of Home Affairs issues work permits or short-term work visas. Travel arrangements should only be made once the Department of Home Affairs’ overseas offices have processed and accepted your application for a temporary residence visa. The many visa kinds are:
When it is demonstrated beyond a reasonable doubt that South African citizens and permanent residents with the necessary credentials, abilities, and experience are not available for appointment, general work visas are awarded to foreigners.
The Minister of Home Affairs occasionally releases a list of important skills in a Government Gazette. You must present documentation of your credentials in order to apply for a critical skills visa.
Multinational corporations may choose to move an existing employee in a crucial position from a foreign branch to a branch, subsidiary, or affiliate of that firm in South Africa. Such personnel are required to apply for work permits for intra-company transfers.
