by VISA Immigrations | Jul 17, 2025 | Articles
South Africa, often referred to as the “Rainbow Nation,” is a country of diverse cultures, stunning landscapes, and vibrant opportunities. Whether you’re considering relocating for work or retirement, South Africa offers a unique blend of advantages...
by VISA Immigrations | Jul 16, 2025 | Articles
Cape Town, South Africa – July 16, 2025 – The Department of Home Affairs (DHA) in South Africa, a critical pillar of national identity and security, has embarked on an ambitious journey of modernisation and digital transformation. Under the leadership of Minister Leon...
by VISA Immigrations | Jul 5, 2024 | Articles
South Africa’s new Home Affairs Minister, Dr Leon Schreiber, has extended a temporary concession for foreign nationals awaiting decisions on visa applications, waivers, and appeals. This move aims to protect applicants from negative...
by VISA Immigrations | Dec 13, 2022 | Articles
Over 56,000 visa applications have been piled up at the Department of Home Affairs, and it estimates that they will only be processed by the middle of 2024. Home affairs minister Aaron Motsoaledi stated in response to a written parliamentary question and answer...
by VISA Immigrations | Sep 8, 2022 | Articles
The Department of Home Affairs has reversed a decision to centralise the adjudication of long-term visas. That plan lasted for only a couple of months and did not go at all well. Embassies – previously accused of sometimes endangering national security or harming the...
by VISA Immigrations | Apr 11, 2022 | Articles
Visa extension for waiver and visa applicants until 30 June 2022 The Department of Home Affairs has admitted to many delays in the processing of waivers, and visa applications. Previously, temporary residency visa applications took 6 to 8 weeks to process, however,...
