Welcome to the South Africa Visa Information page, your essential guide to planning a seamless visit to the vibrant Republic of South Africa. Located at the southernmost tip of the African continent, South Africa is renowned for its diverse ecosystems, from the iconic safari landscapes of Kruger National Park, teeming with big game, to the stunning beaches and lush winelands of the Western Cape around Stellenbosch and Paarl. The rugged cliffs of the Cape of Good Hope, serene forests and lagoons along the Garden Route, and the dynamic city of Cape Town, nestled beneath the iconic flat-topped Table Mountain, make South Africa a captivating destination for every traveler.
Polytravis offers a streamlined, professional visa processing service in just four steps, ensuring your visa is delivered efficiently. Follow our simple process to obtain your visa with ease and confidence.
Fill visa application with passport details, submit and pay, to initiate visa process.
Submit required documents; we'll notify you of additional needs and handle the rest.
You are required to appear for biometrics capturing and await the processing period.
Visa decision finalized: collect your visa and embark on your journey with confidence.
At Polytravis, we understand that obtaining a visa can be one of the most challenging aspects of international travel. Whether you’re traveling for business, leisure, education, or relocation, our dedicated visa support team is here to simplify the process and ensure a seamless, stress-free experience. Polytravis offers end-to-end visa processing solutions tailored to meet the unique needs of each traveler. Our services cover a broad range of visa categories and destinations, and we pride ourselves on our attention to detail, speed, and personalized support.
OVERVIEW
A tourist visa is a document issued by a foreign government that allows travelers to enter their country for tourism purposes. It typically allows travelers to stay in the country for up to three months, although some countries may allow longer stays. Tourist visa allows you to enter a foreign Country specifically for tourist reason.
SOUTH AFRICA VISA DOCUMENT REQIUREMENTS
The list of documents required for a South Africa visa are:
South Africa visa application form. (We Provide)
Identical photos (SA Photo specification). (You Provide)
Your passport (Travel Document). (You Provide)
Copies of your previous visas (if applicable). (You Provide)
A cover letter. (Self Introduction Letter) (We Provide)
Round-trip flight itinerary. (Flight Reservation) (We Provide)
Yellow Card from Ministry of Health. (You Provide)
Prove of accommodation. (Hotel Reservation) (We Provide)
Prove of civil status, if married. (You Provide)
Prove of funds (3 Months Bank Statements). (You Provide)
Prove of Employment (Employment Letter). (You Provide)
Additional required documents Base On purpose of visit
STUDY: Admission Offer
WORK: Job Offer
CONFRENCE: Conference Invitation
VISIT: Invitation Letter
Note: All documents required at your end, you can’t provide contact us, as we will help you to provide them at an additional cost. Except for prove of employment.
OVERVIEW
Visitor visa allows you to enter a foreign Country to visit Family or Friends who are residence. You may enter the territory as a visitor, but you are not allowed to take up paid Job.
SOUTH AFRICA VISA DOCUMENT REQIUREMENTS
The list of documents required for a South Africa visa are:
South Africa visa application form. (We Provide)
Identical photos (SA Photo specification). (You Provide)
Your passport (Travel Document). (You Provide)
Copies of your previous visas (if applicable). (You Provide)
A cover letter. (Self Introduction Letter) (We Provide)
Round-trip flight itinerary. (Flight Reservation) (We Provide)
Yellow Card from Ministry of Health. (You Provide)
Prove of accommodation. (Hotel Reservation) (We Provide)
Prove of civil status, if married. (You Provide)
Prove of funds (3 Months Bank Statements). (You Provide)
Prove of Employment (Employment Letter). (You Provide)
Additional required documents Base On purpose of visit
STUDY: Admission Offer
WORK: Job Offer
CONFRENCE: Conference Invitation
VISIT: Invitation Letter
Note: All documents required at your end, you can’t provide contact us, as we will help you to provide them at an additional cost. Except for prove of employment.
OVERVIEW
A student visa can be issued by a foreign Government to a student wishing to pursue higher education in a foreign educational establishment.
SOUTH AFRICA VISA DOCUMENT REQIUREMENTS
The list of documents required for a South Africa visa are:
South Africa visa application form. (We Provide)
Identical photos (SA Photo specification). (You Provide)
Your passport (Travel Document). (You Provide)
Copies of your previous visas (if applicable). (You Provide)
A cover letter. (Self Introduction Letter) (We Provide)
Round-trip flight itinerary. (Flight Reservation) (We Provide)
Yellow Card from Ministry of Health. (You Provide)
Prove of accommodation. (Hotel Reservation) (We Provide)
Prove of civil status, if married. (You Provide)
Prove of funds (3 Months Bank Statements). (You Provide)
Prove of Employment (Employment Letter). (You Provide)
Additional required documents Base On purpose of visit
STUDY: Admission Offer
WORK: Job Offer
CONFRENCE: Conference Invitation
VISIT: Invitation Letter
Note: All documents required at your end, you can’t provide contact us, as we will help you to provide them at an additional cost. Except for prove of employment.
OVERVIEW
A Business visa s a government-issued document that allows non-citizens to enter a foreign country temporarily for business purposes. A country may issue commercial visas for different types of business visits.
SOUTH AFRICA VISA DOCUMENT REQIUREMENTS
The list of documents required for a South Africa visa are:
South Africa visa application form. (We Provide)
Identical photos (SA Photo specification). (You Provide)
Your passport (Travel Document). (You Provide)
Copies of your previous visas (if applicable). (You Provide)
A cover letter. (Self Introduction Letter) (We Provide)
Round-trip flight itinerary. (Flight Reservation) (We Provide)
Yellow Card from Ministry of Health. (You Provide)
Prove of accommodation. (Hotel Reservation) (We Provide)
Prove of civil status, if married. (You Provide)
Prove of funds (3 Months Bank Statements). (You Provide)
Prove of Employment (Employment Letter). (You Provide)
Additional required documents Base On purpose of visit
STUDY: Admission Offer
WORK: Job Offer
CONFRENCE: Conference Invitation
VISIT: Invitation Letter
Note: All documents required at your end, you can’t provide contact us, as we will help you to provide them at an additional cost. Except for prove of employment.
OVERVIEW
A Family Reunion visa may be issued to a foreigner who’s the immediate family member (persons within the second step of kinship, where marriage or a spousal relationship is counted as one of such steps, but any common antecedent is not so counted) of a citizen or a permanent residence holder, provided that such citizen or permanent resident provides the prescribed financial assurance. For persons wanting to join their spouse being a citizen or their parent being a citizen, or their parent being married or having a legal cohabitation with a citizen.
SOUTH AFRICA VISA DOCUMENT REQIUREMENTS
The list of documents required for a South Africa visa are:
South Africa visa application form. (We Provide)
Identical photos (SA Photo specification). (You Provide)
Your passport (Travel Document). (You Provide)
Copies of your previous visas (if applicable). (You Provide)
A cover letter. (Self Introduction Letter) (We Provide)
Round-trip flight itinerary. (Flight Reservation) (We Provide)
Yellow Card from Ministry of Health. (You Provide)
Prove of accommodation. (Hotel Reservation) (We Provide)
Prove of civil status, if married. (You Provide)
Prove of funds (3 Months Bank Statements). (You Provide)
Prove of Employment (Employment Letter). (You Provide)
Additional required documents Base On purpose of visit
STUDY: Admission Offer
WORK: Job Offer
CONFRENCE: Conference Invitation
VISIT: Invitation Letter
Note: All documents required at your end, you can’t provide contact us, as we will help you to provide them at an additional cost. Except for prove of employment.
OVERVIEW
A “conference visa” is a special permit allowing you to travel to another country for conferences, workshops, or other professional events, enabling you to participate in activities related to your field of expertise.
SOUTH AFRICA VISA DOCUMENT REQIUREMENTS
The list of documents required for a South Africa visa are:
South Africa visa application form. (We Provide)
Identical photos (SA Photo specification). (You Provide)
Your passport (Travel Document). (You Provide)
Copies of your previous visas (if applicable). (You Provide)
A cover letter. (Self Introduction Letter) (We Provide)
Round-trip flight itinerary. (Flight Reservation) (We Provide)
Yellow Card from Ministry of Health. (You Provide)
Prove of accommodation. (Hotel Reservation) (We Provide)
Prove of civil status, if married. (You Provide)
Prove of funds (3 Months Bank Statements). (You Provide)
Prove of Employment (Employment Letter). (You Provide)
Additional required documents Base On purpose of visit
STUDY: Admission Offer
WORK: Job Offer
CONFRENCE: Conference Invitation
VISIT: Invitation Letter
Note: All documents required at your end, you can’t provide contact us, as we will help you to provide them at an additional cost. Except for prove of employment.
OVERVIEW
A work visa generally refers to as a work permit is a document allowing entry into a country for employment purposes. Non nationals who wish to stay and work must obtain a work permit.
SOUTH AFRICA VISA DOCUMENT REQIUREMENTS
The list of documents required for a South Africa visa are:
South Africa visa application form. (We Provide)
Identical photos (SA Photo specification). (You Provide)
Your passport (Travel Document). (You Provide)
Copies of your previous visas (if applicable). (You Provide)
A cover letter. (Self Introduction Letter) (We Provide)
Round-trip flight itinerary. (Flight Reservation) (We Provide)
Yellow Card from Ministry of Health. (You Provide)
Prove of accommodation. (Hotel Reservation) (We Provide)
Prove of civil status, if married. (You Provide)
Prove of funds (3 Months Bank Statements). (You Provide)
Prove of Employment (Employment Letter). (You Provide)
Additional required documents Base On purpose of visit
STUDY: Admission Offer
WORK: Job Offer
CONFRENCE: Conference Invitation
VISIT: Invitation Letter
Note: All documents required at your end, you can’t provide contact us, as we will help you to provide them at an additional cost. Except for prove of employment.
Please accurately complete the application form with your full personal details, ensuring all information matches exactly as presented on the data page of your valid passport.
Please note that Polytravis Services Limited is not an embassy nor affiliated with any embassy or Government entity. Our services are subject to fees for visa processing.
Polytravis Services Limited, is a leading travel and Visa consulting Company in Africa, specialize in simplify the often-intricate process of visa Processing, passport services, and travel arrangements.
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