Discover What Is Needed For Each Visa

A Relative Visa allows immediate family members of South African citizens or permanent residents to live in South Africa legally. It is ideal for parents, children, or close family who depend on their SA-based relative for support. 

• Valid passport
• Birth certificate
• South Africans ID 
• PR indorsement 
• Medical certificate
• Police clearance 
• Proof of income

 A spousal visa is for legally married couples where one partner is a South African citizen or resident. It allows the foreign spouse to live, work, or study in South Africa with ease.

• Valid passport
• Marriage certificate
• Partner’s SA ID or residence certificate
• Medical certificate
• Police clearance 

A Life Partner Visa allows couples in a genuine, long-term relationship to live together legally in South Africa. It recognises unmarried partners and provides stability while waiting for long-term residency pathways. 

• Valid passport
• Notarized proof of relationship 
• Partner’s SA ID or residence certificate
• Medical certificate
• Police clearance

A Retired Person Visa is for individuals who wish to retire in South Africa and can show guaranteed income or savings. It offers a peaceful long-term stay with access to SA’s lifestyle and scenery. 

• Valid passport
• Proof of financial means
•  Medical certificate
•  Police clearance (if 18+ and lived abroad)
•  Application form 

A Volunteer Visa allows individuals to work with registered organisations in South Africa on a non-paid basis. It supports meaningful community work and humanitarian projects.

• Valid passport
• Acceptance letter from a SA institution
• Proof of financial means 
• Medical certificate
• Police clearance 
• Application form 

A work visa allows foreign nationals to work in South Africa under a verified employer legally. It ensures compliance with immigration laws while enabling skilled workers to contribute to the SA economy

• Valid passport
• Company registration
• Proof of qualifications
• Police clearance 
• Proof of financial means

 A Business Visa allows applicants to open, invest in, or run a business in South Africa. It requires a solid business plan and meets job-creation and investment requirements. 

• Valid passport
• Application form
• Business plan / registration documents
• Proof of financial means/ investment
• Medical certificate
• Police clearance

A Study Visa allows international students to study at accredited South African institutions. It also grants permission to stay in the country for the full duration of their studies.

• Valid passport
• Medical certificate
• Institution acceptance letter
• Medical cover
• Police clearance  (if 18+ and lived abroad)

A Residence Visa allows foreign nationals to permanently reside in South Africa for specific reasons such as work, study, or family. It means they can remain in South Africa legally as non-citizens. 

• Previous temporary residence permit
• Proof of eligibility
• Proof of financial means
• Medical certificate
• Police clearance  

Citizenship allows a qualifying foreign national to become a full South African citizen through naturalisation. It grants full rights, protections, and benefits, letting individuals truly call South Africa their permanent home. 

• Valid passport
• Proof of permanent residency permit
• Medical certificate
• Police clearance 

A High Court Review allows clients to challenge incorrect, unfair, or unlawful immigration decisions made by Home Affairs or VFS. Amani Path is also able to challenge the status of a current V-listing.

Amani Path works with legal partners to prepare the case, ensuring your rights are upheld, and the matter is reviewed by an independent judge. 

 A waiver removes specific requirements that would normally prevent a person from applying for a visa. It allows applicants to proceed with their visa applications even if they do not meet certain criteria.

• Valid passport
• Motivation letter
• Proof of employment