South Africa
South Africa offers several types of visas depending on the duration and purpose of the visit. Here is a summary of the primary visa categories:
Issued for tourism, business visits, or family visits, this visa is valid for up to 90 days and caters to those who are not engaging in paid activities.
General work visa: Granted to individuals who have a job offer in South Africa, provided it is proven that no suitable South African citizen or permanent resident is available for the role.
Critical skills work visa: Aimed at individuals with expertise in critical fields such as engineering, IT, and healthcare, which are listed on the Critical Skills List.
Intra-company transfer work visa: For employees transferring to a South African branch of the same company from an overseas location, facilitating internal corporate relocations.
Business Visa: For foreign entrepreneurs and investors looking to establish or invest in a business within South Africa, usually requiring a significant financial investment.
Granted to individuals who have consistently resided in South Africa and possess critical skills, or have family ties with South African citizens or permanent residents, enabling long-term integration into South African society.
There may be various ways in which citizenship can be obtained depending on the circumstances. Please reach out to Hudson McKenzie for an assessment to determine the best route.
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