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Immigration Act, 2002 (Act No. 13 of 2002)

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Immigration Regulations, 2014

Annexures

Annexure A: Forms

Form 10 (DHA-1739)

Form 10 Supporting Documents

 

THE FOLLOWING DOCUMENTS MUST ACCOMPANY AN APPLICATION FOR THE RENEWAL OF AN EXISTING VISA

 

In respect of the renewal of a port of entry visa

 


Attached

Yes

No

Valid passport which expires in no less than 30 days after expiry of the intended date of departure from the Republic.



Proof of sufficient financial means.



A valid return air flight ticket or proof of reservation thereof



Where the applicant is attending an activity or event, a letter from the organisation under whose control the activity or event is taking place



 

In respect of the renewal of a visitor's visa for a period not exceeding three months

 


Attached

Yes

No

Valid passport which expires in no less than 30 days after expiry of the intended date of departure from the Republic



A statement or documentation detailing the purpose and duration of the visit



A valid return air flight ticket or proof of reservation thereof.



Proof of sufficient financial means



 

In respect of the renewal of a visitor's visa for a period exceeding three months

 


Attached

Yes

No

Valid passport which expires in no less than 30 days after expiry of the intended date of departure from the Republic



A medical report.



A radiological report.



Proof of a valid air flight ticket or proof of reservation thereof.



Proof of sufficient financial means.



A South African Police Clearance certificate where the applicant has been resident in the Republic for 12 months and longer



In respect of an application by a person who is the spouse or dependent child of the holder of a visa issued in terms of section 11, 13, 14, 15, 17, 18, 19, 20 or 22 of the Act, a certified copy of such holder's visa and a written undertaking of financial responsibility for the applicant.



In respect a teacher at an international school, a contract of employment signed by the employer and the applicant and a written undertaking of financial responsibility for the applicant.



In respect of a person involved in the production of a film or advertisement in the Republic, documentation confirming such production and the duration thereof.



In respect of a foreign journalist seconded to the Republic by a foreign news agency, documentation confirming such secondment and the duration thereof.



In respect of a visiting professor or lecturer, an invitation from the host in the Republic.



In respect of artists who wish to write, paint or sculpt, a portfolio of his or her previous work.



In respect of a person involved in the entertainment industry who are travelling through the Republic to perform, confirmation thereof by the host in The Republic.



In respect of a tour leader or host of a tour, a contract of employment signed by the employer and the applicant and a written undertaking of financial responsibility for the applicant.



In respect of a foreigner who is required to stay in the Republic in order to testify as a state witness in a criminal court case, a written request signed by the Deputy Director of Public Prosecutions.



 

In respect of the renewal of a study visa:

 

An official letter from the Registrar or Principal of the learning institution confirming that the applicant is required to extend his or her period of study and the duration of such study.


An undertaking by the Registrar or Principal of the learning institution to

a) In the event of failure to register by the closing date, provide the Director-General with a notification of failure to register within 7 days of the closing date of registration;
b) within 30 days, notify the Director-General that the applicant is no longer registered with such institution; and
c) within 30 days, notify the Director-General when the student has completed his or her studies.

In the case of a minor (i.e. a person under 18):

a) proof of physical address -and contact number of the adult person residing in the Republic, who is acting or has accepted to act as such learner's guardian, including a confirmatory letter from that guardian; and
b) proof of consent for the intended stay from both parents or, where applicable, from the parent or legal guardian, who has been issued with a court order granting full or specific parental responsibilities and rights or legal guardianship of the learner.

In the case of a foreign state accepting responsibility for the applicant in terms of a bilateral agreement, a written undertaking from such foreign state to pay for the departure of the applicant.

Proof of medical cover with a medical scheme registered in terms of the Medical Schemes Act, 1998 (Act No 131 of 1998).

an undertaking by the parents or legal guardian that the learner will have medical cover for the full duration of the period of study

Proof of sufficient financial means.

 

In respect of the renewal of a treaty visa:

 


Attached

Yes

No

A letter from the organ of state which is party to the treaty attesting to—

a) the nature of the programme;
b) continued participation of the foreigner in the programme; and
c) the type of activities the foreigner is expected to continue to perform and the duration thereof.
d) accommodation of the foreigner; and
e) any other relevant details pertaining to the foreigner's stay in the Republic.


A written undertaking by the sending or receiving organ of state accepting responsibility for the costs related to the deportation of the applicant and his or her dependent family members, should it become necessary.



 

In respect of the renewal of a business visa

 

 

Attached

Yes

No

A certificate issued by a chartered accountant registered with the South African Institute of Chartered Accountants or a professional accountant registered with the South African Institute of Professional Accountants to the effect that—

 

a) the original cash investment into the book value of the business is still so invested;
b) a letter of confirmation from the Department of Labour that at least 60% of the total staff compliment employed in the operations of the business are citizens or permanent residents employed permanently in various positions.

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a) Tax clearance certificate issued by the South African Revenue Service from the date on which the business became operational;
b) Proof of contributions made to the Unemployment Insurance Fund;
c) Proof of contributions made to the Compensation Fund for Occupational Injuries and Diseases;
d) Proof of registration with Companies and Intellectual Properties Commission (CPIC); and
e) Proof of registration with the professional body, board or council recognised by SAQA in terms of section 13(1)(i) of the National Qualifications Framework Act.

 

 

A letter of recommendation from the Department of Trade and Industry regarding—

a) the continued feasibility of the business; and
b) the contribution to the national interest of the Republic

 

 

Financial statement in respect of the preceding financial year

 

 

A letter of confirmation from the Department of Labour that 60% of the staff compliment employed in the operations of the business are still South African citizens or permanent residents who are employed permanently

 

 

 

In respect of the renewal of a medical treatment visa:

 


Attached

Yes

No

A letter from the applicant's registered medical practitioner or medical institution within the Republic, confirming—

a) That space is still available at the medical institution for the continued treatment of the applicant;
b) The estimated costs of the continued treatment; and
c) The treatment schedule and period and details of the continued treatment in the Republic.


Details of, and confirmation by, the person or institution responsible for the medical expenses and hospital fees: Provided that in the case where a applicant's medical scheme or employer is not liable for expenses incurred, proof of financial means to cover medical costs.



The particulars of the persons accompanying the applicant



A valid return air flight ticket, where applicable



Proof of sufficient financial means or provision for the costs indirectly related to the treatment.



 

In respect of the renewal of a relative's visa:

 


Attached

Yes

No

Proof of kinship, within the second step, between the applicant and the citizen or permanent resident in the form of an unabridged birth certificate.



The financial assurance per month, per person, as determined from time to time by the Minister by notice in the Gazette, to be proven by means of a current salary advice or a certified bank statement not older than three months at the time of application: Provided that the financial assurance shall not be required where the South African citizen or permanent resident is a dependent child.



Police clearance



 

In respect of the renewal of a general work visa:

 


Attached

Yes

No

A written undertaking by the employer accepting responsibility for the costs related to the deportation of the applicant and his or her dependent family members, should it become necessary.



A written undertaking by the employer to ensure that the passport of his or her employee is valid at all times for the duration of his or her employment



A certificate by the Department of Labour confirming that—

a) The applicant continues to be employed in line with the labour standards;
b) A contract of employment stipulating the conditions of employment and signed by both the employer and the applicant; and
c) Full particulars of the employer, including, where applicable, proof of registration of the business with the Commission on Intellectual Property and Companies (CIPC).


An undertaking by the employer to inform the Director-General should the applicant not comply with the Act, or is no longer in the employ of such employer, or is employed in a different capacity or role.



If required by law, proof of registration with the professional body, council or board recognised by SAQA in terms of section 13(1)(i) of the National Qualifications Framework Act



 

In respect of the renewal of a critical skills work visa:

 


Attached

Yes

No

A written undertaking by the employer accepting responsibility for the costs related to the deportation of the applicant and his or her dependent family members, should it become necessary



A written undertaking by the employer to ensure that the passport of his or her employee is valid at all times for the duration of his or her employment



A copy of the existing critical skills visa as proof that the applicant still falls within the critical skills category.



If required by law, proof of registration with the professional body, council or board recognised by SAQA in terms of section 13(1)(i) of the National Qualifications Framework Act



 

In respect of the renewal of a retired person visa:

 


Attached

Yes

No

Proof of payment to the applicant from a pension fund or an irrevocable retirement annuity or a net worth or a combination of assets realising the minimum amount per month as determined from time to time by the Minister by notice in the Gazette.