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South Africa Dependent Visa [Updated 2024]: What You Should Know
Stay with your loved one in South Africa. This page explores everything that you need to know about South Africa’s Relative Visa with the latest benefits

    Overview

    About the South Africa  Visa

    The Republic of South Africa has been every professional’s dream destination. This country features breathtaking adventures, spectacular views, beautiful beaches, and a 24×7 city life. The Relative’s Visa makes sure that the family won’t miss out on either. Keep reading.

    What is a South Africa Dependent Visa?

    The South Africa Dependent Visa is also known as the ‘South Africa Relative’s Visa’. It allows you to travel and stay with your family member who is living, working, or studying in South Africa. Read on to know more.

    What are the Types of South Africa Dependent Visas?

    Your family member in South Africa can be:

    • A citizen
    • A permanent resident
    • On a work permit
    • On a student permit

    Depending on this, there are two visa categories:

    1. Permanent Residence Permit (PRP): The Relative’s Visa for family members with a permanent residence or a citizen status in South Africa falls under the Permanent Residence Permit (PRP) category.
    2. Temporary Residence Visa (TRV): The Relative’s Visa for family members with a work permit or student permit in South Africa falls under the Temporary Residence Visa (TRV) category.

    Please note that the Republic of South Africa gives preference to those immigrants who are serious about immigrating to South Africa permanently. Investing their talent, skills, and experience in the country is valued.

    That’s the reason why the Relative’s Visa permit is free of charge for dependents of any individual with a permanent residence or a citizen of South Africa.

    So, more often than not, they expect that your family member in South Africa, who is on a work permit, falls under the following category:

    Section 26 (a):

     

    • Who has been in South Africa on a work permit for 5 years
    • Who has been offered permanent employment offer

    Who is Eligible for a South Africa Dependent Visa?

    Individuals with citizenship, permanent residency, work permit or a student permit can bring their dependents to South Africa with the Relative visa. They can be:
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    • Spouse (same-sex or opposite), or a civil partner.
    • Unmarried children below 21 years of age.
    • Unmarried children above 21 years of age
    • Unmarried or same-sex partner.
    • Parents
    • Brothers/sisters
    Here are some basic conditions for dependents to be eligible to apply for a Relative’s Visa:

    Please note that each visa or permit category has different rules, terms & conditions for the Relative’s Visa application.

    • The sponsor who is residing in South Africa needs to declare his/her financial status. Currently, it is SAR 8,500 per person per month.

    This is to prove whether they can look after the Dependent family member without needing any financial support, like state benefits or other such funds.

    • Also, the Relative’s Visa is valid for the same duration as that of their family member in South Africa.
    • Any applicant with a temporary visa permit can apply for a permanent residence only after 5 years.
    • The Relative’s Visa applicant must provide proof that they can buy return tickets or the sponsor must provide proof that they can facilitate them.

    According to the South Africa immigration law, a “spouse” is defined as a legally wedded husband/wife, be it same-sex or opposite.

    • An applicant must provide necessary documents to prove this relationship.
    • A dependent spouse cannot work or study in South Africa based on the Relative’s visa. If they wish to work or study, then they must apply for a work or student visa.

    South African immigration department gives permit for unmarried same-sex spouses to be eligible for South Africa Relative’s Visa.

    • According to the South Africa immigration law, such a live-in relationship can be considered for a Relative’s Visa application if the applicant can prove it through proofs of cohabitation.
    • A dependent partner cannot work or study in South Africa based on the Relative’s Visa. If they wish to work or study, then they must apply for a work or student visa.

    Click here to talk to our experts for better guidance on this issue.

    According to the South Africa immigration laws, an applicant is eligible for a dependent child status if he or she is-

    • Unmarried.
    • Under 18 years of age.
    • A biological child born in wedlock.
    • A biological child born out of wedlock, if the parent has bonafide proof of the parent-child relationship.
    • A stepchild.
    • An adopted child.
    • The dependent child will have to obtain a student visa to study in South Africa.

    If you have any more queries or are confused about any of the conditions stated above then we will be happy to help you.

    Click here and talk to our experts.

    What Documents are Required for a South Africa Dependent Visa?

    The documents that are necessary for a South Africa Relative’s Visa application are:

      • 2 recent passport size photographs.
      • Valid Passport of the family member

    Relationship proof documents:

     

    • Marriage Certificate for the Dependent spouse.
    • Birth Certificates for Dependent children.
    • Custody documents of the child, if applicable
    • Adoption papers of the child, if applicable.
    • Copies of family member’s work visa or student visa.
    • Payment receipt of your Relative’s Visa application.

     

    Related FAQs

    • Duly filled visa application form DHA-947
    • Duly filled visa application form DHA-1738
    • Health certificates
    • Police certificate
    • Deed Poll
    • Letter of approval from the educational institute
    • An undertaking by the family member in South Africa regarding financial responsibility towards the dependents.

    How Can I Apply for a South Africa Dependent Visa?

    Attach the list of all documents mentioned below:

    • Two recent passport size photographs. (for age 1 year and above).
    • Travel History Documents
    • Valid Passport
    • A statement of purpose (If required)
    • Government issued ID card

    Every country across the world has to follow these mandatory steps of photo identification.

    Here are some general guidelines for photographs required in a Relative’s Visa application:

    • It should be the latest colour photograph. Not older than three months.
    • It should be a passport-sized, digital photograph.
    • It should be over a solid, plain white or grey background.
    • It should be 35 mm by 50 mm in size. The face must be at the centre.
    • It should show your full face (religious head-covers are allowed, provided, they do not cover your face).
    • You should face the camera with normal expression and open eyes.
    • Only prescription glasses allowed. No sunglasses or other accessories, except a hearing aid.
    • You should dress suitably.

    If your family member in South Africa has a permanent residence/citizen status in South Africa, then as a dependent you must fill form DHA -947.

    If your family member in South Africa has a temporary residence status in South Africa with a work visa or a student visa, then as a dependent you must fill form DHA -1738.

    Follow these guidelines while filling the application form:

    • Select the closest city. The city from where you will apply.
    • Note down the application number.
    • Answer all the questions in English, and by using the English alphabets only.
    • Sign the application online.
    • Upload your digital photo. If there is any technical error then you can carry this photo or get clicked at the consulate.
    • Print a copy of your application. You will need it at the consulate or embassy.

    You must visit your nearest embassy or consulate along with all the necessary documents.

    You must state the type of visa that you are applying for.

    Once you have applied you will receive a notification from immigration services, embassy, or consulate.

    The immigration department of South Africa will hand over the Relative’s Visa if it has been approved.

    The immigration services might take anything from 7 days to 60 days time to decide on your application.

    How Much Does a South Africa Dependent Visa Cost?

    The amount of fees payable for a Relative’s Visa in South Africa is SAR 1,350.

    *Please note that a visa fee depends on the country as well.

    Other things to consider:

     

    • You must pay the application fees before making an appointment at the embassy or consulate.
    • Keep the receipt of the application safely for your record. You will need it during your interview at the embassy or consulate.
    • Contact the embassy or consulate if there are any complications in your visa application process.

     

    How long does it take to get a Relative’s Visa for South Africa?

    The approval or rejection of a Relative’s Visa for South Africa takes between 7 days to 90 days. A Relative’s Visa application can be turned down by the South Africa immigration department if it is not properly filled.

     

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    Other Important FAQs

    The duration of stay also has a lot of terms and conditions attached to it. You can stay as long as your family member can with their work visa or student visa in South Africa.

    Relative’s visas are issued for a maximum period of two years at a time. So, your duration of stay with a Relative’s Visa in South Africa depends on the duration of work visa or student visa which your family member holds. Please note that if you are planning to apply for permanent residency then the minimum duration of stay before you can apply for it is 5 years.

    The South Africa immigration laws do not allow a work permit for dependent family members. However, a dependent can apply for a fresh work permit from South Africa itself.

    Initially, A dependent spouse, child, or any other family member wasn’t allowed to accompany their family member working or studying in South Africa.

    But, the new immigration rules have given such a permit. The benefits of a South Africa Relative’s permit are as follows:

    • An unmarried partner (same-sex or opposite) is given a permit as a dependent.
    • A same-sex spouse is given a permit as a dependent.
    • Even though a dependent is not allowed to work during the duration of their stay on a Relative’s Visa in South Africa, they are allowed to apply for a fresh work visa from South Africa itself.
    • A Relative’s permit is eligible to be converted to a permanent residence or citizen status.
    • Relative’s Visa permit is free of charge for the dependents of South African citizens.
    • An African visa or permit is free of charge for a lot of countries. 
    • The cost of living in South Africa is much lower as compared to some other countries, making for an affordable family experience.

    The family members who wish to apply for the South Africa Relative’s Visa must follow with specific conditions laid down by South Africa.