South Africa•AfricaRelative's Visa
At a Glance
Processing Time
28-56 days
Application Fee
Free
Stay Duration
2 to 3 years
Renewable
Varies
Job Offer
Not Required
Dependents
Allowed
PR Pathway
Available
This visa can lead to permanent residency — the right to live and work here indefinitely without renewing your visa.Remote Work
Not Required
Overview
Visa for family members of South African citizens or permanent residents. Includes spouses, children, parents, and siblings within 1st or 2nd line of kinship. Financial sponsor requirement applies (except for spouses/minor children).
The Relative's Visa allows family members of South African citizens or permanent residents to join them in South Africa. Eligible relatives include spouses, children, parents, and siblings. Spouses and minor children have no financial requirement, while other relatives require sponsor income of R8,500 per month.
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Requirements
Financial
Minimum Income
8,500 ZAR
per year
Documentation
Applicant Documents
Valid passport
Valid for intended stay period
Passport photos
Recent photographs
Relationship proof
Marriage certificate, birth certificate, or family documentation
Police clearance
From countries of residence in last 5 years
Medical report
Health certification if requested
OptionalSponsor Documents
Sponsor ID/Passport
Proof of sponsor identity
Sponsor financial proof
Bank statement or income evidence showing R8,500+/month (exemption for spouse/minor child)
Affidavit of support
Sworn statement of financial support commitment
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Advantages
- Family reunification opportunity
- No fee for spouses/children
- Pathway to permanent residency for spouses/minors
- Reasonable processing time (4-8 weeks)
Considerations
- Requires sponsor in South Africa
- Income requirement for extended family
- Limited renewable duration
- Dependent on sponsor support
Application Process
Establish relationship
Document relationship to South African citizen/permanent resident
Sponsor secures income
Sponsor must have minimum monthly income of R8,500 (exemption for spouses/minors)
Prepare documents
Compile relationship proof, financial evidence, and ID documents
Apply at embassy
Submit application at South African diplomatic mission
Wait for decision
Processing takes 4-8 weeks
Collect visa
Receive visa in passport
Application Forms
Relative's Visa Application
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