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Navigating the Business Visa Application Process at South African Missions

To ensure you have a smooth application process, it’s essential to select the correct South African embassy or mission for your business.

Exploring Waiver Applications: Business Visas in South Africa

If meeting the capital requirements for a Business Visa is challenging, then considering a waiver might be a viable option.

Essential Components of a Successful DTI Application for a Business Visa

The specific requirements and components that make up a South African DTI application will be mentioned throughout this article.

The Importance of a Chartered Accountant Certificate in Your Business Visa Application

Among the many items and documents to include in a South African Business Visa application is a Chartered Accountant Certificate.

Demystifying the Department of Trade and Industry Recommendation

The DTI is responsible for providing recommendations for business visas and will likely be the decision-maker for most applications.

Understanding the Criteria for a Business Visa in South Africa

This article explains the criteria associated with South African Business Visas, to help your application process.

How to Apply for a Business Visa for South Africa

If you're thinking of establishing a business or investing in one in South Africa, here's what you need to know.

Be Aware: Scammers Posing as the Department of Home Affairs

It has come to our attention that individuals applying for South African Permanent Residence Permits have been targeted by fraudulent calls.

Immigration News from Africa: July 2023

In our monthly Immigration News from Africa, we update you on important changes in African Immigration. This month, we cover South Africa, Nigeria, and Botswana.

Digital Nomad Visa Misses Deadline

The Department of Home Affairs has admitted the introduction of the Digital Nomad Visa in South Africa has not met its deadline.

Letter from a Senior Immigration Consultant

This is not your usual “Letter from the CEO”, as Andreas Krensel, our CEO, is currently on a well-deserved holiday in Kruger National Park. I’m Kristin Rasool, Head of Client Acquisition at IBN Immigration Solutions, and was asked to make a guest appearance in this months’ edition.

Loss of South African Citizenship Ruled Unconstitutional

The Supreme Court of Appeal has ruled positively for South African citizens who lost their citizenship automatically when acquiring citizenship of another country. The court ruled that the section of the South African Citizenship Act that has seen SA citizenship holders lose their citizenship contradicts the Constitution.