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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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.