Life Partner Visa
For long-term partners of South African citizens or permanent residents.
8-12 weeks in typical cases.
Services
Immigration Services
Explore visa routes, status-resolution work, and legal support services for applicants and organisations dealing with South African immigration matters.
Applications
Visa and Long-Term Status Services
Spousal Visa
For legally married spouses of South African citizens or permanent residents.
8-12 weeks in typical cases.
Relative Visa
For qualifying family members joining relatives in South Africa.
8-12 weeks in typical cases.
Work Visa
For skilled professionals employed by a South African company.
8-12 weeks in typical cases.
Business Visa
For entrepreneurs investing and operating a business in South Africa.
10-16 weeks in typical cases.
Study Visa
For students accepted by recognised South African institutions.
6-10 weeks in typical cases.
Volunteer Visa
For volunteer placements with approved organisations.
6-10 weeks in typical cases.
Retired Person Visa
For retirees meeting financial criteria for residence.
8-12 weeks in typical cases.
Permanent Residency
For eligible applicants seeking long-term immigration status.
12-24 months in typical cases.
Citizenship
Support for qualifying pathways to South African citizenship.
Timelines vary by eligibility and documentation completeness.
Waiver Application
Applications seeking waiver of specific immigration requirements.
Timelines vary depending on complexity.
High Court Review
Judicial review support for serious administrative immigration disputes.
Case timelines depend on court scheduling and complexity.
Appeals and Compliance
Resolution and Complex Case Support
Visa Bans
Guidance for undesirable status and re-entry ban upliftment.
Timelines vary depending on case history and department response.
Appeals
Professional appeal preparation for refused visas and permits.
Usually 6-12 weeks after complete submission.
Court Applications
Court-directed pathways for unlawful or unfair administrative outcomes.
Dependent on legal process and court calendar.
External Police Clearance
Coordination for South African and international police clearance processes.
2-8 weeks depending on jurisdiction.
Notary Assistance
Certified notary support for declarations, affidavits, and legal copies.
Often completed within days depending on requirements.
Expired Passport Assistance
Support navigating embassy renewal while preserving immigration compliance.
Varies by embassy and nationality.