The first couple of months in a new country is a thrilling yet uncertain time. You’re excited about the adventure but you also have to adapt to life in an unfamiliar environment.
That’s why we wanted to share our favourite tips for settling into a new country. Of course we’ve added some truly South African tips into the mix. Read more 7 Tips to help you settle in your new life in South Africa
If you’re on this page you’re probably wondering how to start a business in South Africa as a foreigner.
While anyone around the world can register a business in South Africa without having a visa or residency status in the country, a business visa is required if you have to be in South Africa to run the business and if you’re going to be involved in the day-to-day operations.
Do you fall in the latter category? Then continue reading for a step-by-step breakdown of how to set up your South African business. Read more How to start a business in South Africa as a foreigner
During the second weekend of February, more than 11,000 visitors are expected at the 2020 Emigration Expo in Houten near Utrecht. It is Europe’s largest meeting point for the emigration industry with 200 exhibitors. The Intergate Group will be there too! Read more Come see us at Europe’s largest Emigration Expo!
Many of our clients started their emigration journey by researching the cost of living in South Africa. It’s not surprising. Anyone who is considering emigration wants to know that they’ll be able to maintain – or better – their lifestyle.
The good news is that we’ve done the research for you. It’s all right here. All you have to do is read this article to the end to know how much you’re likely to earn and how much: Read more The cost of living in South Africa: Your ultimate guide (2020 Update)
The thought of doing a renewal of your life partner visa for South Africa is likely causing you to break out in a sweat! Unfortunately, it has to happen if you want to extend your stay.
A life partner visa enables a foreign national to join their South African partner in South Africa. Read more Renewal of the life partner visa of South Africa
The Department of Home Affairs has opened applications for the new Lesotho Exemption Permit (LEP). The LEP will replace the Lesotho Special Permit (LSP) which expires on 31 December 2019. Read more The new Lesotho Exemption Permit (LEP) is now open
A South African visitor’s visa is meant for international travellers who want to visit South Africa. It will allow you to enjoy everything our country has to offer for up to 90 days.
If your reason for entering South Africa is a holiday, that is all you’ll be allowed to do on your visitor’s visa. In other words, visiting family or friends, or for tourism purposes.
Good news for foreigners travelling to South Africa with minor children – it is no longer necessary to provide birth certificates, consent letters and other supporting documents when entering or leaving South Africa.
A waiver to the previous rule, signed by Home Affairs Minister Mostoaledi, came into effect on 8 November 2019.
Read more DHA scraps birth certificate rule for foreign children entering South Africa
Immigration is synonymous with questions – and lots of them! Some questions pop up time and again. That’s why we’ve decided to answer the eight questions you ask us the most in one place so that it’s easy to reference.
Go on – bookmark this page immediately! Then start reading… Read more We answer your 8 most-asked questions about South African immigration
After years of waiting, you’ve received the outcome on your permanent residence application. You open the envelope with bated breath…and you’re elated to see that the wait was worth it. Your PR has been approved!
But, “What happens now”?
This is a question we get often from our clients. Some aren’t sure if there’s anything left to do while others don’t know their rights and responsibilities as South African permanent residents. Read more What happens after you get South African PR?
