TREATY VISA

What is a Treaty Visa in South Africa and how to apply?

A Treaty Visa is issued to foreign nationals who will be conducting activities in South Africa under an international agreement between their country and South Africa. This visa type accommodates those who are in the country under bilateral or multilateral agreements, including foreign government officials, technical experts, or professionals conducting work in fulfilment of such treaties.

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Please select the visa category you require assistance with:(Required)

How old is the child?(Required)

Does the child's parent/ guardian have valid status within South Africa?(Required)

What is your marital status?(Required)

What is the status of your spouse?(Required)

What is the number of foreign nationals you are looking to employ?(Required)

CS - Do you currently have a formal offer of employment from a registered South African company?(Required)

CS - What is your highest level of Education?(Required)

CS - What is your expected annual income for the position you have been offered?(Required)

CS - How many years of work experience do you have?(Required)

CS - Is your prospective employer a member of the Trusted Employer Scheme?(Required)

* Trusted Employers who have received this status form the DHA often meet the following criteria: - Have invested more than R100 million into the South African Economy - Employ more than 150 staff

CS - In which country did you complete your highest qualification(Required)

CS - What position have you been offered(Required)

CS - Do you have accompanying family members?(Required)

GWV - What is your highest level of education?(Required)

GWV - In order to qualify for a General Work Visa, you must have an offer of employment from a South African employer. What is your expected annual income for the position you have been offered?(Required)

GWV - How many years of work experience do you have?(Required)

GWV - Is your prospective employer a member of the Trusted Employer Scheme?(Required)

* Trusted Employers who have received this status form the DHA often meet the following criteria: - Have invested more than R100 million into the South African Economy - Employ more than 150 staff

GWV - Are you proficient in one of South Africa's 11 official languages?(Required)

ICT - Are you being sent on a secondment or assignment to South Africa?(Required)

ICT - Have you been employed in your current position for longer than 6 months?(Required)

ICT - What is the expected duration of your secondment/ assignment?(Required)

RV - What is your relationship to a South African citizen/ Permanent Resident?(Required)

RV - What is the expiry date of your current visa(Required)

RV - Are you currently residing in South Africa?(Required)

RV - Do you have an offer of employment from a South African employer?(Required)

RWV - Are you currently employed by a foreign entity outside of South Africa?(Required)

RWV - Do you earn an annual salary exceeding R650,000? (UDS $37,000 / EUR 33,000)(Required)

RPV - Do you have a monthly irrevocable income of at least R37,000?(Required)

RPV - Do you have a net worth of at least R1.8 million?(Required)

RPV - Do you intend on working part time or conducting business while in South Africa?(Required)

RPV - Do you have accompanying family members?(Required)

STWA - What is the duration of your assignment in South Africa?(Required)

STWA - Does your current employer support your work in South Africa?(Required)

SV - Do you have an enrollment letter from a recognized learning institution?(Required)

SV - What level of education will you be completing in South Africa?(Required)

VV - What is your intention in South Africa?(Required)

VV - What is you intended duration of stay in South Africa?(Required)

RNW - What visa do you currently hold?(Required)

What is the expiry date of your current visa(Required)

What is the expiry date of your current Critical Skills Work Visa?(Required)

What is the expiry date of your current Intra Company Transfer Work Visa?(Required)

PR - What Visa do you currently hold for South Africa?(Required)

PR - Have you received a permanent offer of employment?(Required)

PR - Do you have accompanying family members?(Required)

PR_CS - What is the expiry date of your current Critical Skills Work Visa?(Required)

PR_CS - Do you have accompanying family members?(Required)

PR_GWV - What is the expiry date of your current General Work Visa?(Required)

PR_GWV - How long have you resided in South Africa?(Required)

PR_GWV - Do you have accompanying family members?(Required)

PR_ICT - How long have you resided in South Africa?(Required)

PR_ICT - Have you been offered Permanent employment by a South African employer?(Required)

PR_RV - What is your relationship to a South African citizen/ Permanent Resident?(Required)

PR_RV - How long have you resided in South Africa?(Required)

PR_RV - Have you maintained your relationship with your South African partner/ South African PR holder?(Required)

PR_RV - How long have you resided in South Africa?(Required)

PR_RPV - Do you receive an irrevocable income of at least R37,000 per month (Rental income, dividends, interest, pension, ect )(Required)

PR_RPV - Do you have a net worth of at least ZAR 1,8 million(Required)

PR_VV11(6) - What is your relationship to a South African citizen/ Permanent Resident?(Required)

PR_VV11(6) - How long have you resided in South Africa?(Required)

PR_VV11(6) - Have you maintained your relationship with your South African partner/ South African PR holder?(Required)

PR_VV11(6) - How long have you resided in South Africa?(Required)

RV - What is the duration of your relationship?(Required)

PR_VV11(6) - What is the duration of your relationship?(Required)

Do you have an offer of employment from a South African employer?(Required)

RPV - Do you have a monthly irrevocable income of at least R37,000?(Required)

RPV - Do you have a net worth of at least R2.4 million?(Required)

RPV - Do you intend on working part time or conducting business while in South Africa?(Required)

RPV - Do you have accompanying family members?(Required)

Are you being sent on a secondment or assignment to South Africa?(Required)

PR - Do you have direct family members that are South African Citizens or Permanent Residence holders?(Required)

BV - Do you intend to establish or invest in a business in South Africa?(Required)

What type of business do you intend to operate or invest in?(Required)

BV - Are you able to invest a minimum of R5 million into the South African economy?(Required)

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Benefits of the TREATY Visa

Allows entry and residence for foreign nationals who are involved in projects or initiatives under international agreements.

Recognises official cooperation between foreign governments or international organisations and South Africa.

Enables lawful engagement in work or activities defined by the treaty.

Renewable within South Africa subject to ongoing validity of the treaty or agreement.

Treaty Visa Requirements

If you are applying for a Treaty Visa in South Africa, you will need to provide the following key documents:

A copy of the treaty or agreement, or an official letter from the relevant South African department confirming that your activities fall under a recognised treaty.
A support letter from your home government or the relevant international organisation

Treaty Visa
Frequently Asked Questions

Who qualifies for a South African Treaty Visa?

Foreign nationals entering South Africa to perform duties or participate in activities under a valid international agreement or treaty signed by South Africa and their home country or institution.

What is the duration of the Treaty Visa?

The Treaty Visa is issued for the period specified in the treaty or for the duration of the project, as confirmed by the relevant government departments involved. However, the maximum duration for the visa to be issued is 5 years at a time.

Can I extend my Treaty Visa?

Yes, but only within the scope of the duties defined by the treaty or the related international agreement. Any other form of employment or business activity is not permitted.

Can my family accompany me on a Treaty Visa?

Yes, dependants may accompany you, but each must apply independently for their relevant accompanying visas.

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Benefits of the TREATY Visa

Allows entry and residence for foreign nationals who are involved in projects or initiatives under international agreements.

Recognises official cooperation between foreign governments or international organisations and South Africa.

Enables lawful engagement in work or activities defined by the treaty.

Renewable within South Africa subject to ongoing validity of the treaty or agreement.

Treaty Visa Requirements

A copy of the treaty or agreement, or an official letter from the relevant South African department confirming that your activities fall under a recognised treaty.

A support letter from your home government or the relevant international organisation

Treaty Visa
Frequently Asked Questions

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TREATY VISA

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Benefits of the TREATY Visa

Allows entry and residence for foreign nationals who are involved in projects or initiatives under international agreements.

Recognises official cooperation between foreign governments or international organisations and South Africa.

Enables lawful engagement in work or activities defined by the treaty.

Renewable within South Africa subject to ongoing validity of the treaty or agreement.

Treaty Visa Requirements

A copy of the treaty or agreement, or an official letter from the relevant South African department confirming that your activities fall under a recognised treaty.

A support letter from your home government or the relevant international organisation

Treaty Visa Frequently Asked Questions

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For more information or to clarify your eligibility, contact Xpatweb.

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