Intra-company Transfer Work Visa

Overview

The Intra-company Transfer Work Visa allows a multinational employer to move an existing employee from a foreign office to a related South African branch, subsidiary or affiliate. The South African entity must already exist - the route cannot be used to open a new business. No proof of efforts to recruit a South African citizen or permanent resident is required. The Department of Home Affairs issues the visa for a period not exceeding four years, and it cannot be renewed or extended.

Eligibility

Application pathway

1. 01

   Check the route fit

   Confirm the South African entity is an existing branch, subsidiary or affiliate of the foreign employer.

2. 02

   Build the evidence pack

   Have both entities prepare transfer confirmation letters and the South African employment contract, plus any skills-transfer plan.

3. 03

   Submit through the official channel

   Submit the application through VFS Global on behalf of the Department of Home Affairs.

4. 04

   After approval

   After approval, work only for the named South African entity and plan ahead, as the visa cannot be renewed or extended.

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