SOUTH AFRICAN CORPORATE VISA

WHAT IS A SOUTH AFRICAN CORPORATE VISA?

A South African Corporate Visa allows registered South African companies to employ a specific number of foreign nationals in designated roles. This visa is aimed at addressing critical skills shortages by enabling companies to hire qualified foreign employees efficiently.

Unlike individual work visas, the Corporate Visa streamlines the application process by allowing employers to sponsor multiple foreign workers under a single permit. This simplifies management and reduces administrative burdens.

To qualify for a Corporate Visa, employers must:
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Demonstrate a genuine need for foreign employees to fill critical skills gaps

Comply with regulatory requirements, including labour market testing

Show evidence of efforts to recruit local South African candidates

Adhere to guidelines set by the Department of Home Affairs

WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW ABOUT THE CORPORATE VISA

South African Corporate Visas allow companies to process visa applications for a large number of expatriates efficiently, rather than applying for individual work visas.

These corporate visas apply across various industries, including:
Farming
Construction
Mining
And many others

In need of bulk expatriate employee visas, we can assist.

WHO QUALIFIES FOR THE CORPORATE VISA?

Companies, including agricultural holdings and other employers who hire large groups of foreign labor, may apply for a Corporate Visa. To qualify, employers must:

Clearly justify the need for foreign workers
Meet the requirements set by both the Department of Home Affairs and the Department of Labour

Eligible companies can submit a formal application for a Corporate Visa to streamline the recruitment and employment of foreign nationals.

STEPS TO OBTAIN A CORPORATE VISA

STEP 1

Before applying for a South African Corporate Visa, companies must first obtain a Recommendation Certificate from the Department of Employment and Labour.

The Department of Labour’s process can be complex and time-consuming. It includes a compliance inspection of the employer’s premises, where the company must demonstrate that job opportunities are not being taken away from South African citizens. This is a critical step before the Labour Certificate application can be finalised.

Our market-leading approach helps employers and corporates navigate this process efficiently. We ensure all necessary documentation is prepared and compliance requirements are met before submitting applications to the Department of Employment and Labour.

With extensive experience, we have successfully secured numerous corporate work visas and renewals across various industries for many employers.

STEP 2

After successfully obtaining the Recommendation Certificate from the Department of Employment and Labour, we proceed to submit the Corporate Visa application to the Department of Home Affairs.

In this application, we carefully compile and provide all required company details to clearly demonstrate the legitimate need to employ the requested number of foreign nationals.

STEP 3

Once your company has been granted the South African Corporate Visa, we assist with submitting individual visa applications for expatriates under the Corporate Visa umbrella.

Processing times for these individual visas vary by country but typically range from 3 to 6 weeks for approval.

Additionally, there are special streamlined processes available to expedite individual visa endorsements, helping to reduce waiting times and simplify compliance.

IN THE NEWS

CHINESE CORPORATES IN SOUTH AFRICA: CORPORATE VISA KEY FOR EMPLOYING LARGE GROUPS OF EXPATS ON PROJECTS

China is one of the top foreign investors in South Africa, establishing a strong trade partnership with a major emphasis on the mining industry. This collaboration continues to drive economic growth and bilateral trade between the two countries.

CORPORATE VISA COMPLIANCE: THE KEY FOR EMPLOYING MIGRANT FARM & MINE WORKERS

A sending country is a nation from which its citizens migrate to other countries, usually in search of employment opportunities. This migration can be either temporary or permanent, depending on the individual’s circumstances.

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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? (*add)(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)

Please specify other(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)

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GWV - Total Points(Required)

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SOUTH AFRICAN CORPORATE VISA

WHAT IS A SOUTH AFRICAN CORPORATE VISA?

WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW ABOUT THE CORPORATE VISA