Invest and build in South Africa
Business visas for founders and investors who want to establish a business or invest in an existing one, and the residence routes that can follow.
Real, viable, and good for South Africa.
The Department of Home Affairs must be satisfied that the business is real, viable and good for South Africa. Three things carry the application.
Capital contribution
A prescribed amount of capital, certified by a chartered accountant, must form part of the business. Some sectors can apply for a reduction or waiver.
A recommendation
The Department of Trade, Industry and Competition assesses the business plan and its benefit to the economy.
Undertakings
Registration with the relevant authorities, and an undertaking to employ South African citizens or permanent residents.
A good fit if you
- Plan to start a business or buy into an existing one
- Can show the required capital from abroad
- Have a credible business plan
- Want a route towards permanent residence as a business owner
Test the plan before you commit capital.
Strategy
We test your plan against the requirements before you commit capital.
Structure
Registrations, accountant certificates and the recommendation request.
Application
Business visa application lodged with full supporting evidence.
Grow
Renewals and, later, permanent residence as a business owner.
Other routes you may need
Build your business in South Africa.
Tell us where you are and where you want to be. We will tell you honestly what is possible.