South Africa Work Visa Requirements - Documents, Eligibility & Fees

Following is the list of documents required for South Africa Work visa for Indians.

• Passport

  A passport is a document that is required at the time of international travels. It is issued by the government of the country to verify the identity and nationality of the candidate.

  The submitted passport must meet the parameters given below

  • It must have minimum two blank pages for the visa stamp.
  • It must be original and genuine.
  • It must be valid for 6 months ahead of the span of stay.
  • It must not be torn, ripped, split, or damaged in any kind of way.

  
  

  One cannot cross international boundries without the passport. It is considered a criminal offense otherwise.
• Old Passport

  An old passport is a passport that has expired or is completely stamped. In the visa processing, it is required to track the travel history of the applicant.

  If available, the old passport must also be provided meeting the given criteria

  • If any of the traveler has old passport, it must be submitted along with latest passport.
  • It must be original and in a good condition to access the required information.

  
  

  Without the old passport, you cannot get the visa stamp. Professional visa consultation is recommended.
• Photo

  The photo is provided to the authority so that you can be identified based on the same.

  The photographs must be provided as per the given photo specifications

  • It must be clicked on an all white background.
  • Two copies to be submitted with general photo guidelines.
  • It must be of proper size with dimensions of 35x45 mm (length - 45mm, breadth - 35mm).
  • It must have a matte finish, Without Spectacles & Sunglasses, Teeth should not be visible
  • It must cover face 80% of the frame.
  • It must be a recent photograph.
  • The expressions on the face must be neutral, there must not be any kind of smiling of frowning in the photograph.
  • Any kind of glasses must not be worn in the photograph.
  • The hair must be tied back so that the face is clearly visible.
  • The ears must be visible clearly.
  • It must not have any headgear worn apart from religious reasons.
  • It is to be taken care that your teeth do not show in the photograph.

  
  

  Recent pictures are mandatory as old pictures can cause the authorities to reject your application.
• Air Ticket

  An air ticket is a ticket or pass that is possessed by the traveller who is taking a flight for travelling from one location to another.

  It is an important document and it should be submitted for the given reason

  • to and from air ticket blocking (as we recommended do not book ticket until visa not approved ),
  • It must be confirmed for the complete round trip.

  
  

  An air ticket shows your course of travel and confirms your return to the native country.
• Yellow Fever Vaccination

  A yellow fever vaccination is a medical certificate that proves the applicant as non-contagious for the disease.

  It should be submitted as per the following

  • It must be original and should be issued from an authorized medical organization.

  
  

  The certificate of Yellow Fever Vaccination if not provided as per the requirement and is fake, there are major chances that the applicant may not be permitted in the country.
• Visa Application Form

  The application form filled with all the information that is necessitated to issue a visa in your name.

  The visa application form is important as it contains all the required information of the applicant. It should be filled keeping in mind the following guidelines

  • It must be completely filled with proper information and must be signed by the applicant.

  
  

  The visa application form should be filled correctly as this information decides the fate of your visa acceptance. Professional visa consultation is recommended.

Eligibility for getting South Africa Employment Visa:

In order to be eligible to travel to the country on a visa, you will have to meet the following eligibility criteria.

Visa Fees for South Africa Employment Visa: