🇿🇦 South Africa · Cultural Exchange
Exchange Visas — requirements, costs & how to apply
Who is eligible
| Minimum monthly income | €1,964 |
| Minimum annual salary | €1,964 |
| Proof of savings | €1,964 |
| Minimum investment | €1,964 |
| Job offer | Required |
| Employer sponsor | Required |
| Work experience | 5+ years |
| Health insurance | Required (valid in-country) |
| Age range | 18–25 |
Costs
| Application / consular fee | €451 |
How to apply
- Confirm you meet the eligibility above.
- Gather documents and apply via the official portal: https://www.dha.gov.za/index.php/immigration-services/types-of-visas.
- Typical processing: ~60 days.
Frequently asked
How much income do I need?
You must show €1,964.
Do I need health insurance?
Yes — valid health insurance in the country is required.
Sources & verification
Every figure on this page is taken from an official government source and dated. Nothing is inferred.
Minimum monthly income
https://www.dha.gov.za/index.php/immigration-services/types-of-visas · verified 2026-06-22
Minimum annual salary
https://www.dha.gov.za/index.php/immigration-services/types-of-visas · verified 2026-06-22
Proof of savings
https://www.dha.gov.za/index.php/immigration-services/types-of-visas · verified 2026-06-22
Minimum investment
https://www.dha.gov.za/index.php/immigration-services/types-of-visas · verified 2026-06-22
Job offer
https://www.dha.gov.za/index.php/immigration-services/types-of-visas · verified 2026-06-22
Employer sponsor
https://www.dha.gov.za/index.php/immigration-services/types-of-visas · verified 2026-06-22
Work experience
https://www.dha.gov.za/index.php/immigration-services/types-of-visas · verified 2026-06-22
Health insurance
“Proof of medical cover for the duration of the exchange period with a medical scheme registered in terms of the Medical Schemes Act.”
https://www.dha.gov.za/index.php/immigration-services/types-of-visas · verified 2026-06-22
Age range
https://www.dha.gov.za/index.php/immigration-services/types-of-visas · verified 2026-06-22
Application fee
https://www.dha.gov.za/index.php/immigration-services/types-of-visas · verified 2026-06-22
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Informational only, not legal or immigration advice. Requirements change — always confirm on the official government source linked above before applying. Last verified 2026-06-22.