South Africa is emerging as one of the world’s most exciting study destinations. This is demonstrated in the rapidly increasing number of international students. Here you’ll find the reasons why
According to an Immigration Directive, issued by the Department of Home Affairs in 2015, the holders of certain temporary residence visas may register and undertake in part-time studies in South Africa during the validity period of their visas. As of 01 May 2015, those holding a business visa, or general, critical skills, or intra-company transfer […]
South Africa’s borders are not completely closed – yet Individuals who have been in high-risk countries will be denied entry Foreign nationals presently in South Africa will be allowed to extend their visas On 18 March 2020, the Department of International Relations and Cooperation issued a travel advisory with more information on President Cyril Ramaphosa’s […]
Studying your MBA is a privilege very few people get to have, and when pursuing this qualification, many students look to try their hand at completing their course aboard. South Africa offers an MBA with several prestigious business schools who are willing to accommodate international students and even an online MBA course has now been established locally. […]
During the last few years, the influx of Zimbabweans looking for opportunities in South Africa has risen dramatically. Economic unrest and lack of resources have seen skilled and unskilled Zimbabweans look to ply their trade or improve their skills south of the border. To give you an idea of the impact, the South African Department […]
The opportunity to expand your horizon and do so during your teens is the dream of many students, the thrill of a new country the adventures it holds is such an appealing way to spend your youth. South Africa being such a diverse and multicultural country, an exchange program within this country will truly be […]
Studying abroad may be one of the most beneficial experiences for a student who wants to learn or improve their English. English is a universally accepted language and can open up a range of career opportunities, however, many English speaking nations are notoriously expensive especially for 3rd world foreigners looking to study. This is why South […]
Studying abroad is an opportunity that is much more accessible than it was in the past. There are numerous opportunities to study abroad in a variety of fields and you are no longer limited to the confines of your country in order to seek out the educational experience of your choice. With this trend beginning […]
On Friday, 8 September 2017, the Minister of the Department of Home Affairs (DHA), Prof. Hlengiwe Mkhize, revealed the requirements and processes of the newly-announced Zimbabwean Exemption Permits (ZEPs). The Zimbabwean Exemption Permits replace 2014’s Zimbabwean Special Permits (ZSPs) and the Special Dispensation Permits for Zimbabweans (DZPs) which were issued in 2010. The series of […]
As posted on the VFS United Kingdom application site for South African visas, “A financial undertaking or support by a foreigner (parents/ spouse of an applicant who is not a South African citizen) is no longer recognized in terms of the South African Immigration Regulations.” All applicants, aged 18 and older, applying for a visitor’s […]
All international students affected by the current student protests with South African study visas, issued for tertiary studies, expiring on or before 31 December 2016 have been given a blanket extension on their visa with a conditional date of 31 March 2017. After receiving representations from tertiary institutions and stakeholders about the matter, the Home […]