@TYPOP thanks for your tips and hints on this thread. Its been very helpful. I got my visa yesterday evening. I'll be leaving for my training on Saturday night.
I want to ask, how much should one have as BTA? I've booked my return ticket and my hotel accommodation has also been fully paid for. I'll be there for about 10 days.

@peeshaun it means that your passport has been returned by SA High Commission back to VFS. when you collect your passport, u'll know if you've been granted a visa or not.

Hint: Once u open d package and there's no letter between your passport, it means u have a visa.
But if there's letter attached, usually, it means you've been denied and the reason for refusal will be written in the letter.

@typop. Thanks for your advice.

Hello
I'm replying here for the 1st time. I want to apply for a visiting visa to SA today for a 5-day training today.
I need a clarification on the following:
1. Do i need to pay fro the flight reservation? I booked on hold with SA airways.
2. Do I need to obtain my statement of account from my bank? cos i printed it on my internet banking portal but it was stamped, signed and verified by the bank.

I intend traveling on the 18th, so please treat as urgent.

Thank you.