Class A — Entry Permit Class A (Employment)

Work Dependents Allowed

At a Glance

Processing Time

7-30 days

Application Fee

3,600 SZL

Stay Duration

2 years

Renewable

Yes

Job Offer

Required

Dependents

Allowed

PR Pathway

Remote Work

Not Required

Overview

This permit is for foreign nationals who have secured employment with an employer in Eswatini.

The Class A permit is the primary vehicle for foreign nationals to work in Eswatini. It requires a formal job offer and proof that the employer could not find a local candidate for the position. The permit is tied to a specific employer and is renewable based on the continuation of the employment contract.

Fee Breakdown

12-month permit fee	1,200 SZL
24-month permit fee	2,400 SZL

Stay & Extensions

Initial grant	2 years
Extension increments	2 years

Requirements

ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS

Formal job offer from a company registered in Eswatini

Employer must demonstrate no suitable Eswatini national is available (local market test)

Submission of Form 3 (Application for Entry Permit)

KEY CRITERIA

Job Offer

Required

REQUIRED DOCUMENTS

Form 3 (Application for Entry Permit)

Employment contract

Employer's Certificate of Incorporation (Form J & C)

Police clearance from country of origin

Medical certificate

Passport copies

Advantages & Considerations

Key Benefits

Allows legal residence and employment
Renewable if contract remains active

Worth Knowing

Employer-specific
Subject to local labor market availability
Availability of suitable Eswatini nationals for the role

Application Process

Secure job offer

Employer conducts local market test

Submit Form 3 and supporting documents to Ministry of Home Affairs

Await processing and approval

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