 | Processing Time in South Africa: 30-40 days Processing Time if lodged abroad: 30 days |
 | Government Fee in South Africa: R1520 New Submission Centre Fee ( in SA ): 1350 Government Fee abroad: Dependent on Currency |
 | Application Form when submitting abroad: Click here Application Form when submitting in SA: Done Online |
Applying for a Corporate Permit for South Africa
If you are employing a predetermined number of skilled/semi-skilled/unskilled foreign workers, then the Corporate Permit allows you to employ them for a limited period of time. There are two main requirements when applying for a Corporate Permit for South Africa.
- Detailed job descriptions
- Proposed renumeration for each employee
Corporate Permits is issued to South African based entities, which is benefical in employing huge numbers of foreign employees.
The Department of Home Affairs first refers the corporate application to the Department of Labour and the Department of Trade Industry to approve the number of foreign workers to be employed by the South African entity. Once the corporate permit has been approved, the Department of Home Affairs then issues the corporate permit to the South African entity and authorization certificiates to all foreign employees.
List of undesirable business for a Corporate Visa;
- Exotic Entertainment
- Hospitality Industry
- Fast-food Outlets and Franchises
- Cosmetic and Beauty Industry
Processing Times and Requirements
The processing time is 30 to 40 working days.