Eswatini

Business Visa

Short-term entry visa for foreign nationals conducting business activities in Eswatini, valid for up to 30 days.

Class A — Entry Permit Class A (Employment)

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

Class B — Entry Permit Class B (Dependent Employment)

Class C — Entry Permit Class C (Missionary)

Class D — Temporary Residence Permit - Agriculture and Animal Husbandry

Class E — Temporary Residence Permit - Prospecting for Minerals or Mining

Class F — Temporary Residence Permit - Trade, Business or Non-Prescribed Profession

Class G — Temporary Residence Permit - Manufacturing

Class H — Temporary Residence Permit - Prescribed Professions

Class I — Entry Permit Class I (Assured Income/Retiree)

Class J — Entry Permit Class J (Other)

This is a residual category for cases not covered by classes A through I, often used for specific purposes at the discretion of immigration authorities.

Dependent Permit

Permit for the spouse, parent, or guardian of a foreign national lawfully residing in Eswatini, valid up to 2 years but prohibiting employment without a separate work permit.

Entry Visa

Form 10 — Special Pass

Discretionary permit issued by the Director of Immigration Services for special circumstances such as pending appeals or exceptional cases not covered by standard permit categories.

Prohibited Immigrant's Pass (Special Pass)

This is a temporary authorization issued to individuals who may otherwise be classified as prohibited immigrants (e.g., pending an appeal or for specific humanitarian/administrative reasons).

Student/Internship Permit

Permit for foreign nationals pursuing education, academic research, or internships at accredited Eswatini institutions, with validity matching the duration of studies or assignment.

Tourist Visa

Entry visa for foreign nationals visiting Eswatini for tourism purposes, valid for up to 30 days with a possible 30-day extension.

Transit Visa

Entry visa for foreign nationals passing through Eswatini en route to another destination, requiring proof of onward travel.

Visitor's Pass

Extended stay authorization for foreign nationals visiting a host who holds lawful residence in Eswatini, issued for stays beyond the initial 30-day visa period.