For investors with minimum R5 million capital invested in a South African business employing at least 60% South African citizens or permanent residents. Requires DTIC recommendation.
Valid for at least 30 days beyond intended stay
Tip: Ensure at least 2 blank pages
Recent passport-sized photos (35x45mm)
Tip: White background, no glasses
Must be less than 6 months old
From every country lived in for 12+ months since age 18
Tip: Must be recent, most expire after 6 months
Must be less than 6 months old
Issued by a registered medical practitioner
Tip: Use the prescribed DHA medical report form
Must be less than 6 months old
Chest X-ray for TB screening
Must be less than 6 months old
Feasible business plan with financial projections and staffing plan
Tip: Must demonstrate 60% SA employment and economic benefit to SA
Bank statements or investment documentation proving R5M capital from abroad
Tip: Funds must originate from outside South Africa
Must be less than 3 months old
Letter from the Department of Trade, Industry and Competition
Tip: Apply to DTIC at least 3 months before your visa application
Business feasibility certification from a CA(SA) registered with SAICA
Required if from an endemic country
Tip: Check WHO list for endemic countries
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