🇿🇦 South Africa · Employer-sponsored work
General Work Visa — requirements, costs & how to apply
Who is eligible
| Minimum monthly income | €451 |
| Minimum annual salary | ZAR 444,000 |
| Proof of savings | €1,964 |
| Minimum investment | €1,964 |
| Job offer | Required |
| Employer sponsor | Required |
| Age range | 1–100 |
Duration & renewal
Initial stay: 60 months. Does not lead directly to permanent residence.
Who can apply
Open to all nationalities.
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 €451.
Does this visa lead to permanent residence?
No — it does not lead directly to permanent residence.
Sources & verification
Every figure on this page is taken from an official government source and dated. Nothing is inferred.
“Work visas are issued only to foreigners where South African citizens with the relevant skills are not available for appointment. (General Work Visa baseado em labour market test; sem limiar salarial)”
“General work visas are valid for the duration of the contract of employment or a period not exceeding 5 years. (temporária; PR é regime separado, não declarado na página)”
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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 2026-06-24.