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How to Escalate a Stuck Application: Who to Contact and What to Say 

How to Escalate a Stuck Application: Who to Contact and What to Say 

Learn how to escalate a stuck application, including DHA visa delays, escalation steps, and your legal rights under PAJA in South Africa.

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ZEP Holders and Permanent Residence: Clarifying the Deputy Minister’s Statement

ZEP Holders and Permanent Residence: Clarifying the Deputy Minister’s Statement

ZEP holders have not been granted a new right to permanent residence. This article explains the current legal position in South Africa.

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How to Track a South African Visa Application at VFS and DHA 

How to Track a South African Visa Application at VFS and DHA 

How tracking a visa application in South Africa works, including VFS Global updates, DHA processing stages, and timelines.

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The Global Race for Specialised Talent in MEA 

The Global Race for Specialised Talent in MEA 

Discover how employers attract specialised talent in MEA while balancing localisation rules and critical skills needs.

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Avoiding Pitfalls with SAQA and Qualification Evaluation for Critical Skills 

Avoiding Pitfalls with SAQA and Qualification Evaluation for Critical Skills 

SAQA qualification verification for Critical Skills made simple. Learn key requirements and avoid common mistakes in your visa application.

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How to Correct an Error on a South African Visa After Issuance 

How to Correct an Error on a South African Visa After Issuance 

Correct an error on a South African visa by following the proper process and submitting the required documents through VFS or Home Affairs.

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The 2025 White Paper Reality Check – Seizing South Africa’s Policy Opportunities

The 2025 White Paper Reality Check – Seizing South Africa’s Policy Opportunities

South Africa’s White Paper on immigration outlines key policy changes and visa reforms to attract global talent.

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South African Immigration Concessions Extended to June 2027

South African Immigration Concessions Extended to June 2027

South Africa’s Department of Home Affairs has extended temporary concessions for foreign nationals with pending waiver applications, visa appeals, and permanent residence appeals until 31 March 2026.

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Andreas Krensel Appointed to the South African Immigration Advisory Board

Andreas Krensel Appointed to the South African Immigration Advisory Board

Andreas Krensel has been appointed Deputy Chair of South Africa’s Immigration Advisory Board, advising on immigration and policy development.

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Exploring South African General Work Visa Requirements

Exploring South African General Work Visa Requirements

Learn about the South African General Work Visa, it's requirements, the new Points-Based Systems and how to apply.

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South Africa’s Visa Backlog: Rejections and Appeals

South Africa’s Visa Backlog: Rejections and Appeals

While there has been notable progress in clearing the visa backlog, this progress has brought new challenges in adjudication and appeals.

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A Detailed Analysis of South Africa’s New Points-Based System

A Detailed Analysis of South Africa’s New Points-Based System

Explore South Africa's new points-based visa system for the General Work Visa and Critical Skills Work Visa.

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