MEDICAL TREATMENT VISA

What is a medical treatment visa in South Africa and how to apply?

The medical treatment visa is for foreign nationals who intend on receiving medical treatment in South Africa for an initial period not exceeding six months.

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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)

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)

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 Medical
Treatment Visa

Access to world class healthcare

Due to favorable exchange rates, healthcare is accessible at lower costs

South African private healthcare sector generally has shorter waiting periods compared to certain public health facilities around the world

Under exceptional circumstances, the visa can be renewed for a period exceeding six months

A family member or caregiver may submit an independent visa application to accompany the patient

Medical Treatment Visa Requirements

The Visa is designed to accommodate foreign nationals seeking to enter South Africa for medical treatment purposes for an initial period not exceeding six months.

If you are applying for a medical treatment visa for South Africa, you will require passport photographs, copies of a valid passport, letter of “support” from medical practitioner or institution, confirmation letter of medical expense payment, patient support structure documentation, travel confirmation, proof of financial means, medical reports among other critical documentation.

Medical Visa
Frequently Asked Questions

Who qualifies for a South African Medical Treatment Visa?

A foreign national seeking to enter South Africa for the purpose of seeking medical treatment.

What is the duration of the Medical Treatment Visa?

A medical treatment visa can generally be issued for an initial period of up to six months. The duration of the Visa will align with the duration of the treatment.

Can I extend my Medical Treatment Visa?

Yes, the Visa can be renewed within South Africa; however, it is important to note that the renewal must be submitted at least 60 days prior to the expiry of the current Visa.

Can I work while on a Medical Treatment Visa?

No, a person coming into South Africa for medical treatment cannot work, study or conduct business while in South Africa on a medical treatment visa.

Can my family accompany me while on a Medical Treatment Visa?

No, a person’s immediate family members (such as spouse or children) or caregivers must apply for a visa independently to stay with the patient during their treatment.

MEDICAL TREATMENT VISA

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Benefits of the Medical
Treatment Visa

Access to world class healthcare

Due to favorable exchange rates, healthcare is accessible at lower costs

South African private healthcare sector generally has shorter waiting periods compared to certain public health facilities around the world

Under exceptional circumstances, the visa can be renewed for a period exceeding six months

A family member or caregiver may submit an independent visa application to accompany the patient

Medical Treatment Visa Requirements

Medical Visa
Frequently Asked Questions

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

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MEDICAL TREATMENT VISA

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Benefits of the MedicalTreatment Visa

Access to world class healthcare

Due to favorable exchange rates, healthcare is accessible at lower costs

South African private healthcare sector generally has shorter waiting periods compared to certain public health facilities around the world

Under exceptional circumstances, the visa can be renewed for a period exceeding six months

A family member or caregiver may submit an independent visa application to accompany the patient

Medical Treatment Visa Requirements

Medical Visa Frequently Asked Questions

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

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Benefits of the Medical
Treatment Visa

Medical Visa
Frequently Asked Questions