🇿🇦 South Africa · Family
Spouse and dependants - Section 26 (b, c, d) — requirements, costs & how to apply
Who is eligible
| Minimum monthly income | €450 (≈ ZAR 37,000 · FX 2026-06-22) |
| Minimum annual salary | €1,964 |
| Proof of savings | €451 |
| Health insurance | Required (valid in-country) |
| Age range | 18–65 |
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.
Frequently asked
How much income do I need?
You must show €450 (≈ ZAR 37,000 · FX 2026-06-22).
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.
“The financial assurance contemplated in section 18(1) of the Act shall be an amount, per person and per month, as determined ... The current amount determined by the Minister is R8 500.00. ... Provided that the financial assurance shall not be required where the South African citizen or permanent resident is a dependent child.”
“The student must have adequate medical cover with a registered South African medical scheme and proof thereof”
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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 2026-06-23.