Immigration Act, 2002 (Act No. 13 of 2002)RegulationsImmigration Regulations, 2014AnnexuresAnnexure A: FormsForm 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
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Valid passport which expires in no less than 30 days after expiry of the intended date of departure from the Republic. |
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Proof of sufficient financial means. |
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A valid return air flight ticket or proof of reservation thereof |
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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
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Valid passport which expires in no less than 30 days after expiry of the intended date of departure from the Republic |
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A statement or documentation detailing the purpose and duration of the visit |
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A valid return air flight ticket or proof of reservation thereof. |
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Proof of sufficient financial means |
In respect of the renewal of a visitor's visa for a period exceeding three months
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Valid passport which expires in no less than 30 days after expiry of the intended date of departure from the Republic |
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A medical report. |
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A radiological report. |
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Proof of a valid air flight ticket or proof of reservation thereof. |
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Proof of sufficient financial means. |
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A South African Police Clearance certificate where the applicant has been resident in the Republic for 12 months and longer |
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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. |
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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. |
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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. |
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In respect of a foreign journalist seconded to the Republic by a foreign news agency, documentation confirming such secondment and the duration thereof. |
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In respect of a visiting professor or lecturer, an invitation from the host in the Republic. |
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In respect of artists who wish to write, paint or sculpt, a portfolio of his or her previous work. |
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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. |
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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. |
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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. |
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An undertaking by the Registrar or Principal of the learning institution to
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In the case of a minor (i.e. a person under 18):
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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. |
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Proof of medical cover with a medical scheme registered in terms of the Medical Schemes Act, 1998 (Act No 131 of 1998). |
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an undertaking by the parents or legal guardian that the learner will have medical cover for the full duration of the period of study |
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Proof of sufficient financial means. |
In respect of the renewal of a treaty visa:
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A letter from the organ of state which is party to the treaty attesting to—
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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
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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—
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A letter of recommendation from the Department of Trade and Industry regarding—
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Financial statement in respect of the preceding financial year |
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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 |
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In respect of the renewal of a medical treatment visa:
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A letter from the applicant's registered medical practitioner or medical institution within the Republic, confirming—
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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. |
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The particulars of the persons accompanying the applicant |
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A valid return air flight ticket, where applicable |
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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:
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Proof of kinship, within the second step, between the applicant and the citizen or permanent resident in the form of an unabridged birth certificate. |
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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. |
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Police clearance |
In respect of the renewal of a general work visa:
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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. |
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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 |
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A certificate by the Department of Labour confirming that—
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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. |
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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:
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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 |
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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 |
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A copy of the existing critical skills visa as proof that the applicant still falls within the critical skills category. |
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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:
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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. |