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May 31, 2017

Why is it so difficult for foreign nationals to renew general work visas?

May 31, 2017/ Administrator

General work visas for foreign nationals wishing to live and work in South Africa are proving virtually impossible to renew. This comes after the implementation of the current immigration laws on 26 May 2014, when the Department of Labour (DoL) became involved in approving the issuance of visas. Read More (PDF)

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