Intra-Company Transfer Work Visa

Original, machine-readable passport valid for no less than 30 calendar days after the expiry of the intended visit, with at least two (2) unused/blank pages for entry/exit stamps.

Tip: Check expiry date carefully. Many rejections happen due to insufficient passport validity or no blank pages.

Clear, certified/notarized photocopy of the bio-data page of your passport.

Tip: Some VFS centres accept notarized copies. Ensure the copy is clear and legible.

Two (2) recent colour passport-sized photographs (35mm x 45mm) on a white or light background. Applicant's name must be written on the back of each photograph.

Tip: Photos must be recent (within 6 months). White background, no glasses, neutral expression. Write your full name on the back.

Must be less than 6 months old

Duly completed and signed application form. BI-84 (Form 11) for visitor/short-term visas, or DHA-1738 (Form 8) for temporary residence visas, or DHA-947 (Form 18) for permanent residence. Forms are completed online through the VFS Global portal (visa.vfsglobal.com/zaf/en/dha). You must create a VFS account, fill the form digitally, pay the VFS service fee (R1,550), then download and print the completed form for your in-person submission appointment.

Tip: Complete the form online at ehome.dha.gov.za where available. Double-check every field before signing.

Stamped foreigner's contract of employment with the company abroad, valid for a period of not less than six (6) months.

Stamped letter from the company abroad confirming the transfer of the employee to a branch, subsidiary, or affiliate in South Africa. Must confirm the occupation and capacity in which the foreigner shall be employed.

Letter from the South African branch, subsidiary, or affiliate confirming the occupation and capacity in which the foreigner shall be employed, and that the company is a branch/subsidiary/affiliate of the foreign company.

A detailed skills transfer plan indicating how, when, and to whom the skills will be transferred during the period of the intra-company transfer.

Tip: This is a key requirement. Be specific about which SA employees will receive training and the timeline.

CIPC registration of the South African branch, subsidiary, or affiliate.

Documentation proving that the South African entity is a branch, subsidiary, or affiliate of the foreign company (e.g., shareholding certificates, group structure chart, board resolutions).

Certified copies of all relevant educational qualifications.

Detailed CV showing qualifications and work experience.

Medical examination report on prescribed form BI-811. Not older than 6 months.

Must be less than 6 months old

Radiological report on prescribed form. Not older than 6 months.

Must be less than 6 months old

Police clearance from each country of residence (12+ months since age 18). Not older than 6 months.

Must be less than 6 months old

Proof of medical insurance from a registered medical scheme in South Africa. A mere application for insurance is NOT accepted. Travel insurance will NOT be accepted.

Tip: Travel insurance is not accepted. Must be a South African registered medical aid/scheme.

Proof of air tickets (provisional or confirmed). One-way ticket is accepted.