🇿🇦 South Africa · Employer-sponsored work
Corporate Visas — requirements, costs & how to apply
Who is eligible
| Minimum monthly income | €1,961 |
| Minimum annual salary | ZAR 444,000 |
| Proof of savings | €1,961 |
| Minimum investment | €1,961 |
| Job offer | Required |
| Employer sponsor | Required |
| Age range | 18–60 |
Duration & renewal
Initial stay: 36 months.
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.
Frequently asked
How much income do I need?
You must show €1,961.
Sources & verification
Every figure on this page is taken from an official government source and dated. Nothing is inferred.
“That the salary and benefits of any foreigner employed by the corporate applicant shall not be inferior to the average salary and benefits of citizens or permanent residents occupying similar positions in the Republic”
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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.