The maximum duration for this Visa is 3 months. If a longer stay is required the applicant must apply in advance abroad or he can extend the visitor’s Visa locally, confirming the purpose of stay.

A valid return air / bus ticket, proof of sufficient financial means, the application fee andmust be accompany an application for extension. Pease note that a visitor’s Visa can only be extended once for a maximum of 3 months.

Please be aware that all extensions and changes need to be applied for 30 days before expiry of the current Visa. Missing the cut-off date without demonstration of good cause (e.g. illness, accident) will mean that you have to leave South Africa.

Countries exempt from South African visas:
The exemptions pertain to ordinary, diplomatic and official passport holders. Official visits (on invitation of the South African Government) and accreditation for holders of diplomatic and official passport holders are not dealt with here.

Visas are not required by citizens of the following countries for the periods and subject to the conditions indicated:
Holders of South African passports, travel documents and documents for travel purposes.

Holders of passports of The United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland including the British Islands Bailiwick of Guernsey and Jersey, Isle of Mann and Virgin Islands as well as the Republic of Ireland are totally exempt from South African visa control and thus do not require visas for any purpose regulated by visas.

Please Note:
Angola: Bona fide holiday and business visits not exceeding 30 days and transits

Antigua and Barbuda: Bona fide holiday and business visits not exceeding 30 days and transits
Argentina: Bona fide holiday and business visits not exceeding 90 days and transits

Australia: Bona fide holiday & business visits only (period unspecified) and transits
Austria: Bona fide holiday & business visits only (period unspecified) and transits

Barbados: Bona fide holiday and business visits not exceeding 30 days and transits

Belgium: Bona fide holiday & business visits only (period unspecified) and transits
Belize: Bona fide holiday and business visits not exceeding 30 days and transits

Benin: Bona fide holiday and business visits not exceeding 30 days and transits
Bolivia: Bona fide holiday and business visits not exceeding 30 days and transits

Botswana: Bona fide holiday and business visits not exceeding 30 days and transits

Brazil: Bona fide holiday and business visits not exceeding 90 days and transits

Canada: Bona fide holiday & business visits only (period unspecified) and transits
Cape Verde: Bona fide holiday and business visits not exceeding 30 days and transits

Chile: Bona fide holiday and business visits not exceeding 90 days and transits

Costa Rica: Bona fide holiday and business visits not exceeding 30 days and transits

Cyprus: Bona fide holiday and business visits not exceeding 30 days and transits. Diplomatic and official passport holders visiting the RSA for holiday purposes are exempt for 90 days.

Czech Republic: Holders of diplomatic and official passports for holiday visits not exceeding 90 days and transits

Denmark: Bona fide holiday and business visits only (period unspecified) and transits

Ecuador: Bona fide holiday and business visits not exceeding 90 days and transits
Egypt: Holders of diplomatic and official passports for holiday visits not exceeding 30 days and transits

Finland: Bona fide holiday & business visits only (period unspecified) and transits

France: Bona fide holiday & business visits only (period unspecified) and transits

Gabon: Bona fide holiday & business visits not exceeding 30 days and transits

Germany: Bona fide holiday & business visits only (period unspecified) and transits

Greece: Bona fide holiday & business visits only (period unspecified) and transits

Guyana: Bona fide holiday and business visits not exceeding 30 days and transits

Hong Kong: Bona fide holiday and business visits not exceeding 30 days and transits This exemption is only with regard to holders of Hong Kong British National - Overseas (BNO) passports, Hong Kong Special Administrative Region (HKSAR) passports and Hong Kong Certificates of Identity.

Hungary: Bona fide holiday and business visits not exceeding 30 days and transits Diplomatic and official passport holders visiting the RSA for holiday purposes are exempt for 120 days.

Iceland: Bona fide holiday & business visits only (period unspecified) and transits
Israel: Bona fide holiday and business visits not exceeding 90 days and transits

Italy: Bona fide holiday & business visits only (period unspecified) and transits

Jamaica: Bona fide holiday and business visits not exceeding 90 days and transits

Japan: Bona fide holiday & business visits only (period unspecified) and transits

Jordan: Bona fide holiday and business visits not exceeding 30 days and transits

Lesotho: Bona fide holiday and business visits not exceeding 30 days and transits

Liechtenstein: Bona fide holiday & business visits only (period unspecified) and transits

Luxemburg: Bona fide holiday & business visits only (period unspecified) and transits

Macau: Bona fide holiday and business visits not exceeding 30 days and transits This exemption is only with regard to holders of Macau Special Administrative Region passports (MSAR).

Malaysia: Bona fide holiday and business visits not exceeding 30 days and transits

Maldives: Bona fide holiday and business visits not exceeding 30 days and transits

Malta: Bona fide holiday and business visits not exceeding 90 days and transits Malta: Holders of diplomatic and official passports for holiday visits not exceeding 90 days and transits

Mauritius: Bona fide holiday and business visits not exceeding 30 days and transits

Mexico: Bona fide holiday and business visits not exceeding 30 days and transits

Morocco: Holders of diplomatic and official passports for holiday visits not exceeding 30 days and transits

Namibia: Bona fide holiday and business visits not exceeding 30 days and transits

Netherlands (Kingdom of the): Bona fide holiday and business visits only (period unspecified) and transits

New Zealand: Bona fide holiday & business visits only (period unspecified) and transits

Norway: Bona fide holiday & business visits only (period unspecified) and transits

Paraguay: Bona fide holiday and business visits not exceeding 90 days and transits

Peru: Bona fide holiday and business visits not exceeding 30 days and transits

Poland: Holders of diplomatic and official passports for holiday visits not exceeding 90 days and transits

Portugal: Bona fide holiday & business visits only (period unspecified) and transits

Romania: Holders of diplomatic and official passports for holiday visits not exceeding 120 days and transits

San Marino: Bona fide holiday and business visits not exceeding 90 days and transits

Seychelles: Bona fide holiday and business visits not exceeding 30 days and transits

Singapore: Bona fide holiday and business visits not exceeding 30 days and transits

Slovak Republic: Bona fide holiday and business visits not exceeding 30 days and transits

South Korea: Bona fide holiday and business visits not exceeding 30 days and transits

Spain: Bona fide holiday & business visits only (period unspecified) and transits
St Helena: Bona fide holiday and business visits not exceeding 90 days and transits

St Vincent & the Grenadines: Bona fide holiday and business visits not exceeding 90 days and transits
Swaziland: Bona fide holiday and business visits not exceeding 90 days and transits

Sweden: Bona fide holiday & business visits only (period unspecified) and transits

Switzerland: Bona fide holiday & business visits only (period unspecified) and transits

Thailand: Bona fide holiday and business visits not exceeding 30 days and transits

Tunisia: Holders of diplomatic and official passports for holiday visits not exceeding 30 days and transits

Turkey: Bona fide holiday & business visits not exceeding 30 days and transits

United States of America: Bona fide holiday and business visits only (period unspecified) and transits
Uruguay: Bona fide holiday and business visits not exceeding 90 days and transits

Venezuala: Bona fide holiday and business visits not exceeding 90 days and transits

Zambia: Bona fide holiday and business visits not exceeding 30 days and transits

Zimbabwe: Bona fide holiday and business visits not exceeding 30 days and transits. Only government officials, including police on cross border investigation
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Overstay Appeal in South Africa

If you've been banned from South Africa, here's how to draft a compelling appeal letter to overturn your ban. This guide will help you create an effective appeal, enabling you to apply for a visa or permanent residency, or simply re-enter South Africa for a visit.

Understanding the Consequences

Before diving into the appeal process, understand the penalties for overstaying in South Africa. Refer to our FAQ, "What is the penalty for overstaying in South Africa on an expired visa," for detailed information.

Key Points to Consider

Your appeal letter's success hinges on the reasons for your overstay. If your overstay was due to negligence, such as staying an extra month without a valid reason, your appeal may not succeed. Reflect on your reasons and ensure they are strong enough to justify your appeal.

Ban Duration Based on Overstay

• Less than 30 days: 12-month ban

• More than 30 days: 5-year ban

Required Documents for Overstay Appeal

• Overstay appeal letter

• Copy of the declaration of undesirability (form 19)

• Relevant passport pages, including the bio page

• Acknowledgement of receipt (if a temporary residence permit/visa application is pending)

• Medical certificate (if overstaying was due to medical reasons)

Submit your appeal to overstayappeals@dha.gov.za and confirm receipt by contacting IMS deportations at 012 406 4985.

Writing the Appeal Letter

If you're unsure how to start, download our sample overstay appeal letter. Tailor it to fit your situation, focusing on factual, evidence-based reasons rather than emotional arguments.

Overstay Appeal Letter Format

Introduction:

• Introduce yourself (name, address, place of birth, passport number)

• State the purpose of the letter

• Mention the date you were banned and your receipt of form 19

• Express your intention to apply for a temporary residence visa or visit again

Explanation:

• Describe why you were banned

• Request the overturn of the ban

Justification:

• Explain your reasons for overstaying

• Provide supporting evidence (e.g., medical bills, doctor's letters)

Closing:

• Request consideration of your appeal

• Provide contact details for further information

• Sign the letter

Example of Overstay Appeal Letter

Date: Department of Home Affairs

To Whom it May Concern,

Paragraph 1: Introduce yourself with relevant details and explain your situation, including the date and circumstances of your ban. State your request to apply for a visa or visit again.

Paragraph 2: Clarify why you were banned and formally request the overturn of the ban.

Paragraph 3: Detail the reasons for your overstay with supporting evidence. Emphasize the strength and validity of your reasons.

Additional Tips

• Keep a copy of your application in case it gets lost.

• Ensure your email attachments are under 4 MB to avoid rejection by the email server.

Duration of Overstay Appeal

The Department of Home Affairs may take 1 to 3 months to process your appeal, depending on their workload. Confirm receipt and check for updates regularly.

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If the process feels overwhelming, consider using our South African immigration services. Our experienced consultants can assist in overturning your ban.

We wish you success with your appeal. If you need further assistance, don't hesitate to contact us. Writing an effective appeal letter can be challenging, but following this guide will help you present a strong case.

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There is no doubt that the expungement laws in South Africa can be confusing and convoluted. Our goal at CRR is to provide a one stop resource for South African expungement information.

As you browse through the site you will find a wealth of knowledge about what exactly expungement is, what the process of expungement entails, and whether your particular situation is eligible for expungement. Here is a list of the most common frequently asked questions about removing a criminal record:

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The Hawks raided the Pretoria high court today over allegations that an employee has been issuing fraudulent notices of motion to undocumented foreign nationals to prevent their deportation to their countries of origin.
A notice of motion is a formal request to the court that notifies it and the opposing party of a party’s intention to seek a specific order or relief.
Gauteng Hawks spokesperson Col Katlego Mogale said: “The operation relates to allegations of fraudulent notices of motion being unlawfully issued by an identified employee of that court. It is alleged that the said employee has been issuing fraudulent notices of motion to undocumented foreign nationals to prevent their deportation to their countries of origin.
“This search and seizure operation specifically targeted one office and an individual believed to be central to the commission of these offences, and exhibits were seized for further investigation,” said Mogale.

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