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.

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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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Limpopo home affairs officials were granted bail in a fraud case involving the issuance of false identity documents to undocumented immigrants who were not eligible.

The accused – Jackson Mashapa Mantlhakga (37), Elisabeth Motshidisi Mokoena (41), and Masesi Yvonne Lebisi (57) – appeared before the Senwamokgope magistrate’s court on Thursday, according to Limpopo police spokesperson Brigadier Hlulani Mashaba.
Mashaba clarified, however, that the police dropped the case against Mokoena while they conducted additional investigations.

Police operation in Limpopo, Gauteng
According to reports, the fraud involving the alleged issuance of unlawful identity documents took place at the Senwamokgope home affairs office in Senwamokgope, Vaalwater, in Limpopo.

“The Limpopo provincial anti-corruption unit has arrested three suspects aged between 37 and 57 in connection with fraud charges relating to the irregular issuing of identity documents to unqualified illegal immigrants,” said Mashaba.
According to Mashaba, the arrests are the result of complaints that a home affairs investigator received on June 26 and August 23, 2024.

“An official from the Senwamokgope home affairs office reported that the two females and one male had allegedly issued identity books to unqualified illegal immigrants without following correct legal procedures,” said Mashaba.

“The matter was immediately referred to the provincial anti-corruption investigation unit for a comprehensive investigation.
“Following thorough investigations registered at Sekgosese police station in Mopani district, the cases were forwarded to the director of public prosecutions for a decision, resulting in warrants of arrest being issued against all three suspects.”

Diligent work of police commended
He stated that the suspects were successfully located and apprehended as a result of concerted efforts throughout the provinces of Gauteng and Limpopo.
“The accused, Jackson Mashapa Mantlhakga, Elisabeth Motshidisi Mokoena, and Masesi Yvonne Lebisi, appeared before the Senwamokgope magistrate’s court on Thursday.”

During court proceedings, the case against Mokoena was withdrawn pending additional police investigations, Mashaba stated, adding that Mantlhakga and Lebisi were released on R2 000 bail each.

The court postponed the case to August 4.
According to Mashaba, Lieutenant-General Thembi Hadebe, the provincial police commissioner for Limpopo, “commended the diligent work of the provincial anti-corruption unit”.

The ins and outs of importing personal goods into South Africa

Importing personal goods into South Africa is subject to a host of rules and regulations, as is to be expected. This is standard practice all around the world when moving goods from one country to another.

But we’ve simplified matters for you by summarising all the important information in one place. Simply continue reading to learn what’s allowed and what’s not and which forms are required.

1. The rules and regulations

Immigrants, returning SA residents, temporary residents and diplomats are allowed to import household and personal effects into South Africa.

You are allowed one-duty free import. To do a second import, you’ll have to obtain permission from SA Customs.

The difference between personal and household effects:

‘Personal effects’ are items of a personal nature whereas ‘household effects’ are items which are less personal in nature.

Examples of personal effects are clothing, shoes, books, videos and sporting equipment while ‘household effects’ could be, for instance, furniture, rugs, appliances, and crockery.

The required forms are:

• Inventory of goods.

• Form DA 304 – Item 407.06 of Schedule No.4 to the Customs and Excise Act.

• Form P1.160 – Declaration in respect of unaccompanied manifested household effects.

• Certified copy of passport.

• Certified copy of resident permit (where applicable). The passport must have the entry stamp into South Africa. This will also need to be certified.

The fine print:

• Returning residents must have been out of South Africa continually for at least 6 months to qualify for duty-free importation.

• Temporary residents will only be allowed duty-free importation if in possession of a valid temporary work permit. This must have a validity of at least six months.

• Diplomats must present a diplomatic clearance certificate.

2. Importing new or used cars

Should you import your car when moving to South Africa, you’ll be liable for import duty and tax. The documents you’ll need to import your car are:

• Import permit. You must obtain this permit prior to shipping the vehicle to South Africa.

• Letter of Authority. You’ll need to request this letter from the The South African Bureau of Standards (SABS).

Please note: It is generally prohibited to import left-hand drive vehicles if the vehicle was registered in the name of an importer on or after 1 January 2000, unless authorised by the SABS.

Required documents

To import your car into South Africa, you must have the following:

• In the case of permanent residents, your PR certificate.

• Proof of emigration from South Africa, proof of permanent residence obtained abroad as well as evidence that such permanent residence has been withdrawn. This is in the case of returning South Africans.

• Completed DA 304 A form.

• Purchase documents.

• Registration certificate/permit.

• Documentary evidence of the date on which delivery of the vehicle was taken.

• Documentary evidence of the date on which the vehicle was handed over for shipment to SA.

• An import permit, for used vehicles.

• An original Letter of Authority.

3. Importing vehicles when changing permanent residence to South Africa

In terms of the Customs and Excise Act:

• Immigrants, and

• South African residents who originally emigrated from the Republic obtained permanent residents status abroad, and thereafter return,

being natural persons, may after obtaining permanent residence in South Africa or after returning to South Africa permanently, import one car per family under full rebate of customs duties:

(i) provided the vehicle imported is the personal property of the importer and has personally been used by him or her

(a) for a period of not less than 12 months prior to his or her departure to the Republic; or

(b) for a period of less than 12 months prior to his or her departure to the Republic; or

(ii) in the case of approved intended residents arriving from an African country, is owned and used for such shorter period as the Commissioner may in exceptional circumstances decide; and

(iii) provided the vehicle is not offered, advertised, lent, hired, leased, pledged, given away, exchanged, sold or otherwise disposed of within a period of 20 months from the date of entry.

Should you have owned and used the vehicle for less than 12 months prior to your departure to South Africa, the duty rebate will be reduced pro-rata.

4. Restricted and prohibited articles

SA Customs restricts and prohibits a number of articles when importing personal goods into South Africa:

Restricted articles:

You may import the following items into South Africa but you must obtain a licence and/or import permit prior to doing so:

• Firearms. Please note that firearms are subject to inspection by customs. You should therefore pack all firearms separately and ensure that these items are easily accessible.

• Liquor. Liquor is subject to duty which means you must draw up a complete list of the liquor you’re importing noting the alcohol percentage, label names and values.

• Plants, seeds and bulbs.

Prohibited articles:

You may not import the following items:

• Ammunition and explosives.

• Narcotic drugs.

• Pornographic material.

• Agricultural products.

• Uncooked meat and poultry.

• Honey, beeswax, bees, bee eggs or larvae, and used beehive appliances.

• Uncut diamonds.

• Unwrought gold.

5. Customs clearance

You must be in South Africa before customs clearance can take place. It is possible to clear your belongings in your absence, but Customs may demand to see your passport.

Should you not be available to show your passport, Customs will place your goods into Bond. Customs will then only release your belongings once it has received your passport and requested documents.

Please note:

• Custom clearance takes an average of 7 to 10 working days from the date of presentation of documents.

• SA Customs may, at their discretion, designate any consignment for examination. You can expect to pay an examination fee for this.

One final note on importing personal goods into South Africa

While we have done our best to provide you with the latest update information, it is advisable to also consult with the South African Revenue Service prior to your move to South Africa. SARS is the governing body for all matters pertaining to imports

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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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