Temporary Concession - Pending Visa, Waiver & Appeal Applications (to June 2027)

COVERAGE (broadest concession yet): - Waiver applicants with pending applications as of 30 March 2026 - Long-term visa applicants (Sections 11(1)(b) to 20, including Section 22) still awaiting outcomes - Long-term visa appeal applicants awaiting negative decision appeal outcomes RIGHTS: Remain in South Africa and depart without being declared undesirable. Visa-exempt nationals may return using exemption status. Non-exempt nationals require port of entry visas for re-entry. EXCLUSIONS: Permanent Residence applicants. Short-term visa extensions (though short-term visitor visa appeal rejections pending 3+ months may depart until 30 April 2026). CONDITION: Applications must have been submitted before 30 March 2026. VFS Global receipts required as proof.