Facts about South-africa
Basic Travel Requirements for Nigerians visiting South-africa
Types of South-africa Visa
Types of Visa | Processing Time | Duration of Stay |
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Visitor Visa | 5-10 working days | 90 days |
Business Visa | 5-10 working days | 90 days |
Medical Visa | 5-10 working days | 90 days |
Places in Visas of South Africa Fees
Visa Type | Sub Type | Visa Fees |
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Visitor Visa | Not available | |
Business Visa | Not available | |
Medical Visa | Not available |
FAQs about Places in Visas of South Africa
What is the official language of South African ?
South Africa is a country of diverse languages, it currently has 11official languages. These are Afrikaans, Southern Ndebele, Xhosa, Zulu, Swazi, Northern Sotho, Southern Sotho, Tswana, Tsonga, Venda and English. English is usually spoken as a second language.
Which currency is accepted in South Africa ?
South Africa's currency is South African Rand (ZAR). This is what is generally accepted as the legal means of payment in the country. Large supermarkets and hotels accept credit cards and US dollars but local markets accept only cash in ZAR.
Are meals expensive in South Africa ?
South Africa boasts of delicious meals at relatively low prices. An eat-out lunch in an average establishment will cost you between R60 and R130 per person and decent 30cm pizza will cost you between R65 and R95.
Can foreigners rent houses in South Africa ?
Yes. Many real estate agents in South Africa offer rental services to foreigners. The rental properties are mostly available on unfurnished long term lease, but furnished properties on offer with 1 to 12 month lease agreements are also available.
Visitor Visa, Visas of South Africa, Visa
Abuja
A South African visitor visa is issued to individuals who want to travel to visit friends and families, for leisure and sight-seeing. An invitation letter from your host in South Africa containing the address and contact details of the host should be submitted. The host should attach to the letter proof of residence in South Africa. The generally accepted proof is a utility bill. Certified copies of the host’s identity copies will also need to be submitted. If the host is a Foreigner in South Africa, a copy of the passport and the permit legalizing a stay in South Africa must also be attached. Applicants are required to have a self-introduction letter with a physical address and phone number. All applications should be done through VFS which incurs an additional service fee of N25,200 for Lagos and Abuja applicants. There is no exemption for VFS Service charge. The visa fee in Naira is as per the current exchange rate. It is subject to change without notice. Tourist visa is solely for the purpose of leisure travel including vacationing, cruising, sightseeing and other recreational activities. Studying of partaking in business is illegal. The visa will allow you to travel to a South African port of entry where an immigration official will then determine if you are allowed to enter South Africa and for how long you can stay for that particular visit. Visitors are restricted to the activity or purpose for which their visas were issued. Frequent visitors to South Africa to apply for a three-year multiple entry visa. Applications must be submitted in person. According to the amended South African Immigration Act 13 of 2002, foreign nationals overstaying the expiry of their South African visas will be determined undesirable and, consequently, face being banned from the Republic for a period of up to 5 years.
Visas of South Africa, Visa, Business visa
Abuja
A business visa is issued for the purpose of engaging in business-related activities. It can be used for signing contracts, negotiating businesses, attending seminars and conferences. A letter of invitation from a South African company with contact details such as physical address and landline number is compulsory. The passport must contain at least two unused pages labeled Visa when presented at the Embassy or Consulate; One page is for affixing the visa or permits at the Embassy and the other page is for endorsement of entry/departure stamp by the South African Immigration Services. You must ensure that you apply for the correct visa. Entry in the country may be refused if the purpose of the visit was not correctly stated. Service fee for Portharcourt applicants is N 45,200 while Lagos and Abuja applicants will pay N 25,200. All fees are non-refundable and non-transferable There is no exemption for the VFS Service charge. The visa collection time is 10:00 - 16:00 (Monday-Friday except on holidays). When a visa is denied, the person will be given 10 days to lodge an appeal and reasons will be stipulated as to why the visa may have been denied. Business people can seek up to 10-years multiple-entry visas.
Visas of South Africa, Visa, Medical visa
Abuja
Medical visa is issued only for treatments in South African private hospitals. It is normally valid for 90 days but can be extended to a maximum period of 180 days. Patients travelling for over 90 days are to present their application to the South African High Commission and it will be treated as a permit and not a visa. If you will be visiting South Africa for treatment less than 90 days, a visitor’s visa will be issued to the applicant. Referral letter from a Nigerian medical doctor, specifying the nature of the health problem, and why a referral is needed. An appointment letter from a South African medical doctor, with a landline number at the hospital, as well as a physical address is required. Applications for medical purposes must: Include a letter from a medical practitioner or medical institution, indicating the nature of the ailment, the reason/ necessity for treatment, the period of treatment and particulars of the appointment/s made in South Africa. Include full details of the person or institution responsible for the medical expenses and hospital fees. If your medical scheme or employer will be liable for the expenses incurred, proof of medical cover must be submitted. People who require medical treatment for longer than three months must apply for a temporary residency permit. Emergency patients transported by emergency flights or vehicles will be allowed entry if they do not have a visa. Immigration officers will facilitate their entry by not applying clearance procedures. However, the person in charge of the emergency travel must report the entry and presence of the patient as soon as possible to an office of the Department of Home Affairs. An immigration officer will visit the patient and if necessary, will issue the necessary medical permit. If the patient does not have a valid passport, they will be issued with a permit to legalize his or her stay for the duration of his or her hospitalization.
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