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Immigration News from Africa – July 2022

Immigration News from Africa – July 2022

Don't miss out on updated immigration news from Africa for the month of July, compiled by the immigration experts at IBN Immigration Solutions.

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The South African Critical Skills Work Visa – Six Months Later

The South African Critical Skills Work Visa – Six Months Later

In August, it will be six months since the new Critical Skills List was introduced in South Africa. In this article, Senior Immigration Consultant, Hannah Mminele, discusses what has been learned so far, which changes require further clarification from the government and the impact of these changes on current and future submissions for the Critical Skills Visa.

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Countries Embrace Innovative Immigration Legislation While SA Lags Behind

Countries Embrace Innovative Immigration Legislation While SA Lags Behind

Innovative immigration practices focusing on sustainability, economic growth and family ties are being introduced around the world, while South Africa lags behind. Read this article featuring Senior Immigration Consultant, Hannah Mminele, as she discusses the areas for improvement within SA's current immigration framework.

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Planning Corporate Immigration into Africa? Watch Out for These Red Flags

Planning Corporate Immigration into Africa? Watch Out for These Red Flags

Human Resource professionals and Global Mobility Managers, read this article from our CEO, Andreas Krensel, and watch out for the red flags you may encounter when arranging a corporate mobility project for assignees entering Africa.

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5 Pieces of Advice on African Corporate Immigration

5 Pieces of Advice on African Corporate Immigration

Corporate immigration into Africa can be challenging without the support and advice of an informed immigration partner. In this video, Andreas Krensel offers invaluable advice on overcoming the challenges of African Corporate Immigration.

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Letter from the CEO – April 2022

Letter from the CEO – April 2022

In this edition, our CEO celebrates our Team's wins in the face of current visa processing delays at Home Affairs and catches you up with news and upcoming events in Africa's immigration sector.

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Immigration News from Africa – April 2022

Immigration News from Africa – April 2022

Catch up with the latest immigration news from Africa in April, compiled by the immigration experts at IBN Immigration Solutions.

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The Ultimate Guide to Investing in Southern Africa

The Ultimate Guide to Investing in Southern Africa

If you've been thinking about investing in a Southern Africa, the time is now. Read this ultimate guide to investing in Namibia, Kenya, South Africa and more from Senior Consultant, Hannah Mminele.

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Travelling in or out of South Africa? Start Preparing NOW.

Travelling in or out of South Africa? Start Preparing NOW.

If you are planning to travel in or out of South Africa, read this important update on the increase in processing times for long-term visas, due to the centralisation of long-term visa adjudication at the SA Department of Home Affairs.

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Letter from the CEO – March 2022

Letter from the CEO – March 2022

This month our CEO tackles some pertinent immigration issues arising from recent discussion and legislation within the South African government. Read his suggestions around the Critical Skills List, ZEP and Permanent Residence in this edition.

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Begin Again – A Swiss-French Investor Finds Love in SA

Begin Again – A Swiss-French Investor Finds Love in SA

Didier Duc established the J-Bay Zebra Lodge in SA over ten years ago and is looking for like-minded foreign investors to join his business in this little slice of African paradise.

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SONA – The good, the bad and the barriers to Critical Skills

SONA – The good, the bad and the barriers to Critical Skills

Read this article for more information on the South African President's SONA speech and the implications for Africa's immigration landscape.

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