The Department of Home Affairs has expanded South Africans’ access to Smart ID services by an impressive 250% in just 19 weeks, compelling evidence of the progress with its digital transformation programme, Home Affairs @ home, which uses technology to securely bring government services directly to citizens.
Sars may no longer be its sole standard-bearer for efficiency as Home Affairs rolls out new digital services by the week.
The Minister of Home Affairs, Dr Leon Schreiber, has described the expanded Trusted Employer Scheme (TES) as the latest milestone in the Department of Home Affairs’ quest to become an economic enabler in South Africa.
Government has officially opened the long-awaited second window for corporate employers seeking to become part of the Trusted Employer Scheme (TES), expanding the programme to create a faster, more predictable pathway for companies seeking to bring critical international skills into the country.
On 8 July 2026, the Minister of Home Affairs moved to provide welcome relief for temporary residence visa and permanent residence permit applicants by waiving the requirement to submit a medical report with their applications.
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