Special visas for 2009, 2010 fans
South Africa is to issue special "event visas" for soccer fans coming to the 2009 Fifa Confederations Cup and 2010 Fifa World Cup, enabling fans to use dedicated counters at major airports around the world for pre-clearance before they arrive in the country.
Visiting South Africa: visas
Want to visit South Africa? Find information on the basic requirements for entering South Africa, as well as comprehensive information on visas - what they are, who needs them, and when, where and how to apply for them.
Studying in SA: study permits
Are you an international student considering enrolling at a South African educational institution? Find information on study permit requirements and application procedures, and get the answers to some frequently asked questions.
Working in SA: work permits
Do you wish to stay in SA temporarily in order to explore or take up a job offer, or to set up or run a business, or because you've been recruited or transferred to the country? Find information on work permit categories, requirements and application procedures, and get the answers to some frequently asked questions.
Immigrating to SA
Considering immigrating to and settling in South Africa? Find out about immigration categories, requirements and application procedures, and get the answers to some frequently asked questions.
Refugees and asylum-seekers
According to the United Nations High Commissioner, Africa has over 4.2-million refugees, second only to Asia. Roughly the equivalent number of people are seeking asylum or are refugees on the continent as in Europe. In South Africa, 90 000 people are classified as 'persons of concern' by the UNHCR.
