South Africa visa information
Before you book your removal to South Africa, you need to make sure your residence and work visas are in place. To move permanently to South Africa and to get a visa, you will need to fall into one of the applicable groupings that the South African government has determined.
This information should not be considered emigration advice, and visa information can and does change. For professional advice and the most up-to-date information, we suggest you contact a qualified migration specialist or the South Africa Department of Home Affairs.
Temporary residence permits
- Business permits
- Work permits
- General work permits
- Exceptional skills work permits
- Intra-company transfer work permits
- Corporate permits
- Study permits
- Exchange Permits
- Retired person permits
- Family permits
- Medical treatment permits
Permanent residency (immigration)
In terms of granting Permanent Residency Permits, emphasis is placed on immigrants who are in a position to make a meaningful contribution to broadening the economic base of South Africa.
Direct residence permits
This category of permit is applicable to foreigners who have been residing in South Africa on the basis of their work permits for a minimum period of five years, their spouses and also to dependents of South African citizens/permanent residence permit holders.
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In the current times you might prefer that we don't visit your house in person to carry out a survey. This is fully understandable and we can just as easily undertake the survey by video call, using whatever method you're comfortable with, usually FaceTime or WhatsApp.
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All of them, Chris, John, Danny, Rob and Ant were professional, courteous, caring and very accommodating. They ensured everything was wrapped or covered properly, stored correctly and moved with care and attention. Nothing was too much trouble and they completed the move to time. We were more than completely satisfied with all the team.
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Google search. We were moving 200 miles so wanted a national company with that experience
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10/10
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10/10
Why did you choose to move/store with us?
Competitive quote. Surveyor demonstrated previous practical experience and was reassuring about the process
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10/10
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Arrived on time. Respectful and efficient throughout despite the added complication of major roadworks outside our property on the move day.
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10/10
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We could not have asked for more. Britannia Bradshaw exceeded our expectations
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10/10
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Very prompt response when we requested collection of our packing boxes. Thank you
They carried out the work in a calm, helpful and professional manner
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We used Britannia for a previous move and the service was excellent
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10/10
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10/10
Why did you choose to move/store with us?
As above; previous excellent experience across the board: booking, survey, communication and the physical move was all fantastically carried out
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10/10
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In a highly stressful situation, they carried out the work in a calm, helpful and professional manner. The team had excellent interpersonal skills and made at least one aspect of the move a little easier.
How would you rate our communication?
10/10
How can we improve our service?
I cannot think of any particular points to improve.
How likely are you to recommend us to your friends / family?
10/10
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The best endorsement would be that if we were to move again (which we won't), I would not hesitate to engage Britannia Goodwins.
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How would you rate the way we dealt with your initial enquiry?
10/10
How would you rate the survey that we carried out?
10/10
Why did you choose to move/store with us?
Best service, trusted reviews, competitive (and realistic) quote.
How would you rate your move team?
10/10
Would you like to tell us anything about your move team?
They were all excellent, especially Antony & John
How would you rate our communication?
10/10
How can we improve our service?
Slightly convoluted mix of online forms and email etc which was a little confusing - but in general, very little to improve. Great service all round.
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10/10
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