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

Regulations

Immigration Regulations, 2014

Annexures

Annexure A: Forms

Form 11 (DHA-84)

Form 11 Supporting Documents

Purchase

DOCUMENTATION TO BE SUBMITTED IN SUPPORT OF A VISA NOT EXCEEDING A PERIOD OF THREE MONTHS

Attached

Yes

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.

Proof of a valid return or onward ticket or purchase of ticket.

Documentation outlining the purpose and duration of the visit, or a written invitation by the host(s) in the Republic, as the case may be.

Where the applicant is attending an activity or event, a letter from the organisation under whose control the activity or event is taking place, confirming such attendance and whether or not the foreigner will be remunerated, and if remunerated, the amount of the remuneration

In respect of a dependent child accompanying the applicant to or joining the applicant in the Republic—

a)	proof of consent from one or both parents or legal guardian, as the case may be, in the form of a letter or affidavit;

b)	Where applicable, a copy of a court order granting the applicant parental responsibilities and rights in respect of the child;

c)	A letter from the person who is to receive the child in the Republic, containing his or her residential address in the Republic where the child will be residing;

d)	A copy of the identity document or valid passport and visa or permanent residence permit of the person who is to receive the child in the Republic; and

e)	The contact details of the parents or legal guardian.

In respect of medical treatment for a period not exceeding three months—

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

i)	that space is available at the medical institution;

ii)	the estimated costs of the treatment;

iii)	whether or not the disease or ailment is curable;

iv)	treatment schedule; and

v)	the period of intended treatment in the Republic.

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

c)	The particulars of the persons accompanying the applicant

d)	A valid return air flight ticket, where applicable

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

In respect of studies for a period not exceeding three months—

a)	An undertaking by the Registrar or Principal of the learning institution to—

i)	provide proof of registration of the learning institution as contemplated in the relevant legislation, within 60 days of registration;

ii)	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 days of registration;

iii)	within 30 days, notify the Director-General that the applicant is no longer registered with such institution; and

iv)	within 30 days, notify the Director-General when the applicant has completed his or her studies or requires to extend such period of study.

In respect of short-term work to be undertaken in the Republic, a letter from the employer stipulating—

a)	the purpose or necessity of the work

b)	the nature of the work;

c)	qualification and skills required for the work;

d)	the duration of the work;

e)	the place of work

f)	duration of the visit;

g)	proof of remuneration or stipend that the foreigner will receive from the employer; and

h)	identity and contact details of the prospective employer or relevant contact person from the host institution.

DOCUMENTATION TO BE SUBMITTED IN SUPPORT OF A VISITOR'S VISA APPLICATION 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 yellow fever vaccination certificate, where applicable.
A medical report.
A radiological report.
Marriage certificate or in the case of a foreign spousal relationship, proof of official recognition thereof issued by the authorities of the country concerned, If available.
The affidavit where a spousal relationship to a South African citizen or resident is applicable, as well as documentation proving cohabitation and the extent to which the related financial responsibilities are shared by the parties and setting out the particulars of children in the spousal relationship.
Divorce decree, where applicable.
Court order granting full or specific parental responsibilities and rights, where applicable.
Death certificate, in respect of late spouse, where applicable.
Written consent from both parents and court order granting full parental responsibilities and rights parent, where applicable.
Proof of legal adoption where applicable.
Legal separation order, where applicable.
Police clearance certificates in respect of applicants 18 years and older, in respect of all countries where person resided one year or longer since having attained the age of 18.
A yellow fever vaccination certificate, where applicable.
Proof of academic sabbatical, where applicable.
Proof of voluntary or charitable activities to be undertaken, where applicable
Proof of research to be undertaken, where applicable
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, documentation confirming the activity to be undertaken and the duration thereof.
In respect of a person involved in the entertainment industry who would be 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.