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Select a visa type to learn more about specific requirements, application process, and important information
Visit South Africa for tourism and leisure. 10-20 days processing. Professional visa assistance available.
Attend business meetings and conferences in South Africa. Fast processing for business travelers.
Work legally in South Africa with employer sponsorship. Expert guidance through the application process.
Study in South Africa at accredited institutions. Complete documentation support for your education visa.
For transiting through South Africa. Valid 48 hours.
Need help choosing the right visa type? Our expert consultants are here to guide you.
Application Process: Applications are submitted at VFS Global centers (check availability in Georgia or nearest location) or South African embassies/consulates. The process involves completing an application form, providing biometrics, submitting supporting documents, and paying the visa fee. Processing typically takes 10-20 business days, though complex cases may take longer.
Visa Types Overview: Tourist visas suit leisure travelers and safari enthusiasts (up to 90 days). Business visas accommodate meetings and commercial activities (requires South African company invitation). Work visas necessitate critical/scarce skills or employer sponsorship. Study visas enable enrollment at South African institutions. Each visa type has specific requirements aligned with your travel purpose.
Key Requirements: All applicants need valid passports (minimum 30 days validity beyond return), blank visa pages, yellow fever vaccination certificate (if arriving from endemic countries), proof of sufficient funds, return tickets, and accommodation details. Additional documents vary by visa type—business travelers need invitation letters, students need acceptance letters, workers need employment contracts.
Getvisa Support: We guide you through the application process, ensure documentation meets South African Department of Home Affairs standards, assist with VFS Global appointments, and coordinate with South African missions. For work and study visas involving complex requirements, our expertise maximizes approval chances and minimizes delays.
Check off items as you gather them
Fill out Form BI-84 accurately. Download from VFS Global website or South African Department of Home Affairs. Ensure all information matches your passport exactly.
Standard processing: 10-20 business days. Track status via VFS Global website using reference number. Avoid booking non-refundable travel until visa approved.
Collect passport, photos, bank statements, return tickets, accommodation proof, yellow fever certificate (if applicable), and purpose-specific documents (invitation letters, acceptance letters, etc.).
Schedule appointment at nearest VFS Global visa application center through their website. Bring all documents, passport, and visa fee payment.
Identify the correct visa: Tourist (leisure/safari), Business (meetings/conferences), Work (employment), Study (education), or Transit. Each has specific requirements.
Attend appointment, submit documents, pay visa fee (R1,350 for tourist/business), provide biometrics (fingerprints/photo). Receive tracking number to monitor application status.
Once approved, collect passport from VFS Global center or via courier (if opted). Check visa details match your application. Prepare for South African adventure!
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