Positive efforts made by the Minister as he extends ZEP and LEP permits for a further two years

Individuals holding either Zimbabwean Exemption Permits or Lesotho Exemption Permits can find reassurance in the recent media briefing and directive issued by the Department of Home Affairs Minister, Dr Aaron Motsoaledi.

Confusion: Backlog vs Scapegoat – Home Affairs Minister says Work Visas has no backlog?

Many are confused by the comments made by Dr Aaron Motsoaledi this week. The White paper published just Sunday, the 12th of November 2023 by the same Minister, confirms the staggering backlog of over 74,000 permits. Yet, it is reported that the Minister has now stated that there is no work permit crises and his […]

Reduced Visa Requirements: A Key Benefit of The Trusted Employer Scheme (TES) Pilot Launched By DHA

The Department of Home Affairs (DHA) has launched the re-packaging of the Corporate Accounts service with a Pilot Project for Trusted Employers.

Retire with wealth in South Africa

South Africa’s Retired Person’s visa program is among the topmost accessible visa regimes, offering one of the most affordable retirement visa options globally.  The defining attractions to the SA retirement visa are the absence of an age requirement, the option to work in certain circumstances, a swift adjudication time and the low-cost financial requirement of […]

Why all mobility professionals should attend Xpatweb’s Virtual Immigration Workshop

Navigating South Africa’s current immigration landscape can be complex and cumbersome, ensuring you are fully cognizant of the processes and procedures is paramount to a successful outcome.

The Isle of Man hosts 800 South Africans – boasting as popular relocation destination

Tax Consulting South Africa and Xpatweb visited the Isle of Man over the weekend of 23 September for the first Saffas festival, where over 800 South Africans living and working on the Island were hosted.

Department of Home Affairs Confirms Visa Backlog Has Increased to over 74 000, but Xpatweb says they see improvement

Department of Home Affairs Confirms Visa Backlog Has Increased to over 74 000, but Xpatweb says they see improvement

The Critical Skills Crisis – A Problem Mitigated by Data-Driven Evidence

SA continues to face a critical skills crisis, but Xpatweb’s Critical Skills Survey could be key in mitigating this crisis.

Critical Skills Crisis Exacerbated by DHA Challenges, But Hope Is on the Horizon

Critical Skills Crisis Exacerbated by DHA Challenges, But Hope Is on the Horizon as key updates to SA’s immigration legislation could come soon.

What Businesses and HR Professionals NEED To Know About Overcoming Work Visa Roadblocks

Work Visa Roadblocks Cause Frustration Amid Critical Skills Crisis

Work visa applications have become tricky to navigate due to various issues within the DHA. But there are ways to navigate these roadblocks.