The Relative's Visa is a temporary residence permit that allows foreign nationals to join their South African family members for an extended period. This visa category enables eligible relatives to live, work, and study in South Africa while maintaining close family ties with South African citizens or permanent residents.

 

Key Features:

• Multiple Entry: Travel freely in and out of South Africa during the visa validity period

• Work Authorization: Engage in employment without requiring a separate work permit

• Study Rights: Enroll in educational institutions

• Extended Stay: Remain in South Africa for the duration of your visa validity

• Family Unity: Live with your South African family members

 

Eligibility Requirements:

You may be eligible for a Relative's Visa if you are:

• A spouse of a South African citizen or permanent resident

• A child (under 21 years) of a South African citizen or permanent resident

• A parent of a South African citizen or permanent resident

• A sibling of a South African citizen or permanent resident

• A grandparent or grandchild of a South African citizen or permanent resident

 

Ideal for: Foreign nationals seeking to reunite with and live alongside their South African family members for an extended period.