For foreign nationals receiving medical treatment in South Africa for the full duration of treatment. Unlike the visitor medical visa, this is a temporary residence visa for longer-term treatment.
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
Letter from the SA healthcare facility confirming treatment plan, duration, and costs
Tip: Must include estimated treatment duration and total costs
Medical insurance, bank statements, or sponsor undertaking covering all treatment costs
Tip: Must cover the full estimated cost of treatment plus living expenses
Must be less than 3 months old
Required if from an endemic country
Tip: Check WHO list for endemic countries
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