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New Work Visa Adjudication Process – Correct Strategy, But Expect Teething Problems
The Department of Home Affairs (“DHA”) has recently introduced a centralised adjudication system which sees

Critical Skills List 101: Home Affairs Gives Input
Xpatweb, in collaboration with the Department of Home Affairs (DHA) and the American Chamber of

Skills Shortage In Critical Sectors In South Africa
South Africa faces a continuing shortage of essential skills, according to Adcorp, a publicly traded

Let’s Talk Post Qualification Experience
The new Critical Skills List, which was gazetted in February 2022 has brought a host

The New Critical Skills List: Foreign Language Speakers Included
The Department of Home Affairs has recently gazetted a new Critical Skills List which now

Netherlands Now Top Ranked Destination For Professional South Africans
Tax Consulting South Africa and Xpatweb, South Africa’s largest tax and international mobility practice respectively,

The New Critical Skills List – A Firm Offer Of Employment Is A Must
The new Critical Skills List that was gazetted in February 2022 and subsequently the Directive

There Is A New Critical Skills List. Do I Still Qualify For Permanent Residency?
It is common knowledge that South Africa has a high unemployment rate and a shortage