South African Permanent Residence

South Africa encourages permanent residency if you are serious about staying in South Africa on a long terms permanent basis there are many categories you can apply under.

• Hold a General Work Visa for five years and have a permanent job offer.

• Hold a Relative’s Visa sponsored by an immediate family member.

• Hold a Critical Skills Visa and have 5 years relevant work experience.

• Be in a proven life relationship relationship for five years

• Be married to an SA relationship for at least five years.

• Have held Refugee Asylum Status for five years.

• Hold a Business Visa.

• Receive a monthly income of R37,000 through Pension or Retirement Annuity

• Have a net asset worth of R12m and payment to Home Affairs of R120,000

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(For Uber, Bolt, inDrive, Checkers 60/60, Pick n Pay ASAP Drivers)

1. Why Being Legal is Your Best Business Strategy

Being legal isn’t just about following the rules—it’s about building a successful, long-term business. Here’s why:

• Customer Trust: Riders and customers feel safer with drivers who are licensed, insured, and legal. This means better ratings, more repeat business, and higher earnings.

• Platform Benefits: Apps like Uber, Bolt, and inDriver reward legal drivers with promotions, surge pricing, and priority bookings. If you’re not legal, you risk being deactivated.

• Exclusive Opportunities: Companies like Checkers 60/60 and Pick n Pay ASAP only work with drivers who have the right permits. Being legal opens doors to these high-paying gigs.

2. Immigration Laws: Protect Your Income and Future

Why It Matters:

• Work Visa/Status: If you’re a foreigner, you need a valid work visa to drive or deliver in South Africa. Without it you face :

o Arrest : As an illegal foreigner you will only be brought to court in 48 hours and will remain in jail until court process

o Court Process : Could remain in custody up to 3 months either in prison awaiting deportation bus or finalisation of court process

o Deportation: You could lose your income and be banned from returning to South Africa.

o Vlist Home Affairs : one can be declared a prohibited or undesirable person which means you cannot get a visa or permit or enter South Africa for 5 years

o Blacklisting: Platforms like Uber and Bolt will block your account permanently.

o Reputation Damage: Customers may report you, harming your driver profile and future opportunities.

How SA Migration Can Help:

• Expert Guidance: With 25 years of experience, SA Migration ensures your visa application is accurate and approved quickly.

• Full Compliance: We are registered with the Department of Home Affairs, Labour, SAPS, and Courts, so you can trust us to handle your case professionally.

• Peace of Mind: Focus on your business while we handle the paperwork, ensuring you stay legal and avoid risks.

3. Traffic Laws: Keep Your Business Running Smoothly

Why It Matters:

• Valid Driver’s License: You must have the correct license for your vehicle. Without it:

o Accidents: You’ll pay for damages yourself, risking bankruptcy.

o Platform Suspension: Uber, Bolt, and others will deactivate your account immediately.

• Roadworthy Vehicle: Your car or scooter must pass inspections. If it doesn’t:

o Fines: Up to R1,500+ per violation.

o Downtime: Impounded vehicles mean no income for days or weeks.

How SA Migration Can Help:

• Compliance Support: We guide you on the documents needed to stay legal, so you avoid fines and keep working.

• Business Growth: Being legal lets you access loans for vehicle upgrades or even rent additional scooters to expand your business.

4. Operating Permits: Unlock More Opportunities

Why It Matters:

• Professional Driving Permit (PrDP): Required for e-hailing drivers. Without it:

o Platform Ban: Uber, Bolt, and others will block your account.

o Fines: Up to R2,500+ under the National Land Transport Act.

• Municipal Permits: Scooter delivery riders (e.g., Checkers 60/60) may need local operating licenses.

How SA Migration Can Help:

• Permit Assistance: We help you apply for the correct permits, ensuring you qualify for corporate contracts and exclusive gigs.

• Brand Partnerships: Use your legal status as a selling point when pitching to local businesses (e.g., “Fully licensed & insured for your peace of mind”).

5. Risks of Not Being Legal

• Financial Loss:

o Fines (R1,000–R10,000+), impound fees, or deportation costs.

o Lost income during suspensions or vehicle seizures.

• Reputation Damage:

o Negative reviews (e.g., “Driver had no license”) destroy your rating.

o Platforms like inDriver penalize low-rated drivers with fewer ride requests.

• Legal Blacklisting:

o Immigration bans or traffic violations stay on your record, blocking future opportunities.

6. How SA Migration Helps You Succeed

1. Visa and Permit Applications:

o We handle all paperwork, ensuring your work visa, PrDP, and other permits are approved quickly.

2. Compliance Checks:

o We review your documents to ensure you meet all legal requirements, avoiding fines or bans.

3. Business Growth Support:

o With your legal status secured, we help you access loans, partnerships, and exclusive job opportunities.

Conclusion: Partner with SA Migration for a Legal, Successful Business

In South Africa’s competitive e-hailing and delivery market, being legal is your strongest advantage. By partnering with SA Migration, you:

• Avoid costly penalties and downtime.

• Build trust with customers and platforms.

• Unlock premium opportunities (corporate contracts, surge pricing, promotions).

Don’t risk your income or future—let SA Migration help you stay legal and grow your business.

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Contact SA Migration today to schedule a free consultation. With 25 years of experience and full compliance with the Department of Home Affairs, Labour, SAPS, and Courts, we’re here to ensure your success.

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A Long-Term relationship Visa is issued to individuals in a committed relationship.

This type of South African long-term relationship visa is available to individuals in legally recognized relationshipships and allows them to apply for either a temporary residence visa or permanent residence, depending on the length of the relationship.

An application for a temporary residence long-term relationship visa requires that the relationships have been in a documented relationship for at least two years. Foreign nationals who are relationships of South African citizens or permanent residents may apply for permanent residence if they have been together for five years or more, in line with the Immigration Act.

To qualify for permanent residence, you must have been cohabiting with your relationship for more than five years, as per the latest regulations.

The Long-Term relationship Visa is similar to the relationship Visa, but it also extends to legally recognized same-gender relationshipships. Applicants must demonstrate both financial and emotional support and may be required to attend an interview with the relevant authorities.

SA Migration Intl will assist you throughout the entire visa process, ensuring that your application complies fully with immigration laws to achieve a positive outcome. Once your application is submitted, we will provide tracking options, either directly through VFS or via our internal application tracking system, keeping you informed of every step.

Once eligibility is confirmed, we will work to ensure a smooth and successful visa application process.

If you require a Long-Term relationship or relationship Visa for South Africa, please contact us today!

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Using the system to monitor the status of a South African Visa application is simple.
Here are the steps to follow:
1. Visit the VFS website: start by visiting the website, you can do so by clicking this link. https://visa.vfsglobal.com/zaf/en/dha/track-application
2. Enter your information: You will be asked to enter your AURN number and your last number.
3. Track your application: Once you have entered your information, you will be able to see the status of your visa application.

Check for updates regularly: It is important to check for updates regularly, as the status of your application may change at any time. By using the system you can stay informed, and you will know when your visa outcome is ready to collect.

When a decision has been made regarding your visa application, you will receive an update via email. If you have trouble accessing your email or want more detailed information, you can also receive updates through SMS messages sent directly to your phone.

It is important to note that the information provided by VFS is only going to update you on whether your application is still processing or ready to collect and will not reflect the decision of your outcome. If you have any concerns or questions about your application, it is best to contact VFS directly.

By following these simple steps, you can easily use the VFS system to monitor the status of your South Africa visa application and stay informed.

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A retirement visa can be granted for 4 years to someone with a monthly pension, irrevocable annuity or retirement account of R37 000 from a net worth/combination of assets realizing R37 000 per month and wishes to retire temporarily or permanently in South Africa.

A South African Retired Person's permit is ideal for people wishing to retire in South Africa temporarily or permanently subject to the financial criteria or parameters being satisfied.

This South African visa category is designed for those intending to retire in the country or wishing to have a long stay in South Africa with the need to renew the visa or permit. This retirement visa is not based on age but rather on assets, rental income and / or bank accounts generating income. It is based upon foreigner providing proof that such foreigner has the right to a pension or an annuity or retirement account which will give such foreigner a prescribed minimum payment for the rest of his or her life from the country of his or her origin; or a minimum prescribed net worth generating income for life.

This South African immigration visa is a popular option for seasonal visitors, i.e. those visiting the country for a period of six months or more. An important point to observe is that successful applicants are under no obligation to apply for permanent residence.
The temporary grant may be renewed indefinitely so long as the requirements continue to be met.

However, permanent residency does bestow additional benefits upon its holder. In South Africa, immigration through the retired person's route can be either a temporary visa permit or a permanent residence visa as outlined in the eligibility criteria summarized below.

• The temporary route is granted for four years and is renewable indefinitely for four-year periods.
• The permanent route offers permanent residents the same rights and privileges as those with South African citizenship, with a few key exceptions, most notably the right to vote.

In both the temporary and permanent residence category the, South African Retired Persons Visa is based upon financial criteria and unlike a South African Work Visa, no prior job offer needs to be in place before an application can be made. Although unlike temporary South African visit visas, retired people can permitted to work if they wish, provided they apply under the correct visa category – Retirement plus Work Visa

We wish to stress that the category “retired person", does not confer a maximum or minimum age limit for this class of visa for South Africa. Retired person's visas may be awarded to people of all ages, provided that the eligibility requirements below are met.

• A pension, retirement account or irrevocable annuity which has a value of at least R37, 000 per month. This requirement applies to each person making an application.
• Alternatively, candidates may obtain a South African visa of this kind by demonstrating a "net worth" through a combination of assets which equates to a minimum of R37, 000 per month. Once again, this criterion applies to each person making an application.

Work Conditions
The nature of this type of immigration to South Africa is such that no specific stipulations are in place regarding a candidate's ability to work in South Africa. In most cases, it may be assumed that people embarking upon this route, based as it is upon a steady income from a source other than employment will not be entering the country to work. However, each case will be considered individually and candidates may be able to work during their time in the country.

Applicants wishing to work will need to submit an employment contract and is not required to demonstrate that a South African citizen or resident is available for the position. The idea here is that applicants under this category can supplement their income and that the rules have been relaxed significantly from the stringent work visa requirements.

Accompanying Dependents
relationship immigration and dependent immigration are now provided through temporary South African Retired person's visas. This route to South Africa is based upon the financial security of each applicant and unlike work permit visas or business visas, the dependent family members of retired applicants automatically qualify for visit visa status to accompany the principle applicant and does not have to meet the same criteria for temporary residence but for the purposes of permanent residence they are treated as one family unit.

However, in cases where an applicant successfully obtains permanent residence as a retired person, their relationship and/or dependent children, i.e. those aged under 21 will also qualify for permanent residency.
Financially Independent
An alternative route exists in the financially independent visa for which candidates would need to be able to demonstrate a net asset value totalling not less than R12 million.

In addition, it would also be necessary to demonstrate proof of payment of R120,000 as a non-refundable sum to the Director General of Home Affairs. The application for a financially independent visa will lead to permanent residence.

• A retired persons visa may be issued for a period exceeding three months to a foreigner who intends to retire in the Republic, provided that the foreigner provide proof that such foreigner has the right to a pension or an annuity or retirement account which will give such foreigner a prescribed minimum payment for the rest of his or her life from the country of his or her origin; or a minimum prescribed net worth.

• The Department may authorise the holder of a retired person permit to conduct work under terms and conditions as the Department may deem fit to determine under the circumstances.

• A retired person visa may allow its holder to sojourn in the Republic on a seasonal or continuous basis; and not exceed a four-year period, at the expiry of which it may be renewed one or more times.
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