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| South Africa Critical Skill Visa And Permanent Resident by welf99: 10:08pm On May 26, 2017 |
This is a new section breakout from General South Africa Enquiries Section. Many Nigerian Professionals relocated to South Africa and become a PR holder including SA ID. It is the easiest route for those that qualifies under the Critical Skill list published in 2014 by the DHA to become a permanent citizen in less than 1 year! I will be providing all relevant information on how to DIY. Please also share your experience here if you are a professional working in SA. 3 Likes |
| Re: South Africa Critical Skill Visa And Permanent Resident by welf99: 1:18pm On May 27, 2017 |
Critical Skills Visa
Introduction
The Critical Skills Work Visa will enable the
Department and the government to achieve the
objectives of programmes such as National
Development Plan(NDP), Industrial Policy
Action Plan(IPAP) and New Growth Plan
(NGP). The Department of Home Affairs has
amended the Immigration legislation that came
with various changes, which led to the
introduction of Critical Skills Work Visa (CSWV).
The Critical Skills Work Visa emanates from the
merger of the former Exceptional Skills and
Quota Work visas. The latter was issued in line
with the Quota List of 2009, which had skills
categories, requirements, and the quota of skills
targeted in the Republic of South Africa. The
Critical Skills work visa is issued in accordance
with the critical skills list . The list was
developed in conjunction with the ocupations in
high demand and the scarce skills lists of the
Department of Higher Education and Training
(DHET). The main objective of the critical skills
work visa is to assist the government to realise
the achievement of the National Infrastructure
Project, the Strategic Infrastructure Projects and
Key National Strategic Projects in support of the
Department of Trade and Industry.
REQUIREMENTS FOR A CRITICAL SKILLS WORK
VISA
Section 19(4) of the ACT
Duly completed online form. Handwritten
forms will not be accepted by department
of home affairs.
Passport valid for no less than 30 calendar
days after expiry of the intended visit.
A medical report not older than 6 months
A radiological report not older than 6
months
Marriage certificate or in the case of a
foreign spousal relationship, proof of
official recognition thereof issued by the
authorities of the foreign country of the
applicant (where applicable).
The affidavit where a spousal relationship
to a South African citizen or resident is
applicable as well as documentation
proving cohabitation and the extent to
which the related financial responsibilities
are shared by the parties and setting out
the particulars of children in the spousal
relationship.
Proof of a union recognised in terms of the
recognition of customary marriages act,
1998 (act no. 120 of 1998), where
applicable.
Divorce decree, where applicable.
Proof of court order awarding custody,
where applicable.
Death certificate, in respect of late spouse,
where applicable.
Written consent from both parents and/or
sole custody parent, where applicable, with
proof of sole custody.
Proof of legal adoption where applicable.
Legal separation order, where applicable.
Police clearance certificate issued by the
police or security authority in each country
where the relevant applicant resided for 12
months or longer after attaining the age of
18 years, in respect of criminal records or
the character of that applicant, which
certificate shall not be older than six
months at the time of its submission:
(provided that the certificate shall not be
required from a foreign country in the case
of renewal or extension of a visa but from
the republic)
A yellow fever vaccination certificate if that
person travelled or intends travelling from
or transiting through a yellow fever
endemic area: (provided that the certificate
shall not be required where that person
travelled or intends travelling in direct
transit through such area)
A written undertaking by the employer
accepting responsibility for the costs
related to the deportation of the applicant
and his or her dependent family members,
should it become necessary (where there is
no employer: proof of sufficient financial
means to the value of a minimum of r3 000
in the form of three months bank
statements)
A written undertaking by the employer to
ensure that the passport of his or her
employee is valid at all times for the
duration of his or her employment (where
there is no employer: a written undertaking
by the applicant to ensure that the passport
of the applicant shall be valid at all times
for the duration of his or her temporary
visa)
Proof that the applicant falls within the
critical skills category by specifically
indicating the occupation/critical skill for
which the application is being made. The
occupation/critical skill must be on the
critical skills list.
Proof of evaluation of the foreign
qualification by SAQA and translated by a
sworn translator into one of the official
languages of the republic.
If required by law, proof of application for a
certificate of registration with
the professional body , council or board
recognised by SAQA in terms of section
13(1)(i) of the national qualifications
framework act;
A confirmation, in writing, from the
professional body, council or board
recognised by saqa in terms of section
13(1)(0 of the national qualifications
framework act, or any relevant government
department confirming the skills or
qualifications of the applicant and
appropriate post qualification experience,
(if not attached, VFS official to check
directive 22 of 2014)
Proof of payment of the applicable fee 2 Likes |
| Re: South Africa Critical Skill Visa And Permanent Resident by welf99: 1:23pm On May 27, 2017 |
Critical Skills Visa Introduction The Critical Skills Work Visa will enable the Department and the government to achieve the objectives of programmes such as National Development Plan(NDP), Industrial Policy Action Plan(IPAP) and New Growth Plan (NGP). The Department of Home Affairs has amended the Immigration legislation that came with various changes, which led to the introduction of Critical Skills Work Visa (CSWV). The Critical Skills Work Visa emanates from the merger of the former Exceptional Skills and Quota Work visas. The latter was issued in line with the Quota List of 2009, which had skills categories, requirements, and the quota of skills targeted in the Republic of South Africa. The Critical Skills work visa is issued in accordance with the critical skills list . The list was developed in conjunction with the ocupations in high demand and the scarce skills lists of the Department of Higher Education and Training (DHET). The main objective of the critical skills work visa is to assist the government to realise the achievement of the National Infrastructure Project, the Strategic Infrastructure Projects and Key National Strategic Projects in support of the Department of Trade and Industry. REQUIREMENTS FOR A CRITICAL SKILLS WORK VISA Section 19(4) of the ACT Duly completed online form. Handwritten forms will not be accepted by department of home affairs. Passport valid for no less than 30 calendar days after expiry of the intended visit. A medical report not older than 6 months A radiological report not older than 6 months Marriage certificate or in the case of a foreign spousal relationship, proof of official recognition thereof issued by the authorities of the foreign country of the applicant (where applicable). The affidavit where a spousal relationship to a South African citizen or resident is applicable as well as documentation proving cohabitation and the extent to which the related financial responsibilities are shared by the parties and setting out the particulars of children in the spousal relationship. Proof of a union recognised in terms of the recognition of customary marriages act, 1998 (act no. 120 of 1998), where applicable. Divorce decree, where applicable. Proof of court order awarding custody, where applicable. Death certificate, in respect of late spouse, where applicable. Written consent from both parents and/or sole custody parent, where applicable, with proof of sole custody. Proof of legal adoption where applicable. Legal separation order, where applicable. Police clearance certificate issued by the police or security authority in each country where the relevant applicant resided for 12 months or longer after attaining the age of 18 years, in respect of criminal records or the character of that applicant, which certificate shall not be older than six months at the time of its submission: (provided that the certificate shall not be required from a foreign country in the case of renewal or extension of a visa but from the republic) A yellow fever vaccination certificate if that person travelled or intends travelling from or transiting through a yellow fever endemic area: (provided that the certificate shall not be required where that person travelled or intends travelling in direct transit through such area) A written undertaking by the employer accepting responsibility for the costs related to the deportation of the applicant and his or her dependent family members, should it become necessary (where there is no employer: proof of sufficient financial means to the value of a minimum of r3 000 in the form of three months bank statements) A written undertaking by the employer to ensure that the passport of his or her employee is valid at all times for the duration of his or her employment (where there is no employer: a written undertaking by the applicant to ensure that the passport of the applicant shall be valid at all times for the duration of his or her temporary visa) Proof that the applicant falls within the critical skills category by specifically indicating the occupation/critical skill for which the application is being made. The occupation/critical skill must be on the critical skills list. Proof of evaluation of the foreign qualification by SAQA and translated by a sworn translator into one of the official languages of the republic. If required by law, proof of application for a certificate of registration with the professional body , council or board recognised by SAQA in terms of section 13(1)(i) of the national qualifications framework act; A confirmation, in writing, from the professional body, council or board recognised by saqa in terms of section 13(1)(0 of the national qualifications framework act, or any relevant government department confirming the skills or qualifications of the applicant and appropriate post qualification experience, (if not attached, VFS official to check directive 22 of 2014) Proof of payment of the applicable fee |
| Re: South Africa Critical Skill Visa And Permanent Resident by welf99: 1:33pm On May 27, 2017 |
Permanent Residency (Immigration) General Information Applications for permanent residency in South Africa are considered in terms of Section 26 (Direct Residency Permits) and Section 27 (Residency-on-Other-Grounds Permits) of the Immigration Act 2002 (Act No 13 of 2002), and read with Regulation 33 of the Immigration Regulations. 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. Residency-on-other-grounds permits This category of permits applies to foreigners who: are in possession of a permanent work offer in South Africa, or have exceptional skills and qualifications intend to establish a business in South Africa qualify as Refugees in terms of Section 27(c) of the Refugees Act qualify as retired persons are financially independent are relatives (biologically or judicially adopted) of a South African citizen/ permanent residence permit holder You can apply for all Permanent Residency Permits at the Department of Home Affairs, at the nearest office in the South African province in which you intend to live and work. Alternatively, if you are based overseas, you can apply at your nearest South African embassy, mission or cunsulate in the country in which you live. 1 Like |
| Re: South Africa Critical Skill Visa And Permanent Resident by welf99: 1:36pm On May 27, 2017 |
South Africa PR opens unlimited possibilities for professionals. ask me any question. 1 Like 1 Share |
| Re: South Africa Critical Skill Visa And Permanent Resident by Thecassanova: 5:14am On May 28, 2017 |
Nice tread here OP. Does one have to finish PhD in SA before applying for PR? I've heard instances MSc holders from SA institutions get PR if in a critical skills category. What professional body does one have to join? |
| Re: South Africa Critical Skill Visa And Permanent Resident by welf99: 11:34am On May 28, 2017 |
Thecassanova: PhD holders automatically qualifies for CSV, CSV first before PR. The department of home affairs only proposed that postgraduate student in critical skill areas will be allowed to qualify for CSV, as at now it has not been implemented. Professional body depends on tour area of expertise. |
| Re: South Africa Critical Skill Visa And Permanent Resident by Thecassanova: 12:27pm On May 28, 2017 |
welf99:Ok but can one apply for critical skills while doing PhD then apply for PR afterwards before getting the PhD? |
| Re: South Africa Critical Skill Visa And Permanent Resident by welf99: 12:35pm On May 28, 2017 |
Thecassanova: You can apply for critical skill visa if your skill is on the critical skill list and you have 5 years work experience |
| Re: South Africa Critical Skill Visa And Permanent Resident by cutieme(m): 4:00pm On May 28, 2017 |
@weif99,pls i'd like to know if as a degree holder in a science course,one is eligible to apply for a critical visa,thanks. |
| Re: South Africa Critical Skill Visa And Permanent Resident by welf99: 4:34pm On May 28, 2017 |
cutieme: You will need to download the SA Critical Skill list 2014 and see if your course of study or profession is listed incl 5 years post study experience. |
| Re: South Africa Critical Skill Visa And Permanent Resident by welf99: 4:40pm On May 28, 2017 |
South Africa Critical Skill Visa is a temporary resident permit issued for 5 years either you have employment or without employment. it allows you to look for work or transfer your skill to help develop South Africa economy and address critical skill shortage. The visa allows you to change employment at will and qualifies you to study part-time in the republic. Your family can also immigrate with you to the republic. |
| Re: South Africa Critical Skill Visa And Permanent Resident by Thecassanova: 4:17pm On May 29, 2017 |
welf99:Thanks, is it true graduate from critical skill area can apply immediately for PR? |
| Re: South Africa Critical Skill Visa And Permanent Resident by cutieme(m): 5:28pm On May 29, 2017 |
welf99:Thanks very much |
| Re: South Africa Critical Skill Visa And Permanent Resident by welf99: 6:45pm On May 29, 2017 |
Thecassanova: No. but it is possible in the future. as at today it has not been implemented. |
| Re: South Africa Critical Skill Visa And Permanent Resident by welf99: 7:36am On Jun 03, 2017 |
Find below the Scarce Critical Skill List as published by Department of Home Affairs. If your job or profession is listed you are qualified. The Critical Skills List - Published 3rd June 2014 Business, Economics and Management Studies Agricultural Engineer Agricultural Scientist Forestry Technician Sheep Shearer Architect Construction Project Manager Land Surveyor Quantity Surveyor Urban and Regional Planner Actuaries and Risk Assessors Corporate General Manager External Auditor Financial Investment Advisor Information Communication & Technology CISCO Solution Specialist CISCO Engineers Solutions Architects in Telecommunications and ICT Integrated Developers (PHP, PERL, JAVA) Network Analyst IT Security Specialist System Integration Specialist Enterprise Architects Data Centre Operations Network Specialist (Security) Database Specialist Microsoft System Engineers Network Controllers AV Specialist (Anti-virus) Desktop Support Engineer Engineering Energy Engineer Metallurgical Engineer Chemical Engineer Civil Engineer Electrical Engineer Electrical Installation Inspector Electronics Engineer Geologist Industrial and Production Engineers Industrial Designer Manufacturing Managers Materials Engineer Mechanical Engineer Mining Engineer Production/Operations Manager Quality System Manager Research and Development Manager Ship’s Engineer Telecommunications Engineers Electrical Engineering Technologist Energy Engineering Technologist Mechanical Engineering Technologist Metallurgical Engineering Technologist Mining Engineering Technologist Air Conditioning and Mechanical Services Plumber Automotive Electrician Automotive Motor Mechanic Boiler Maker Chemical Engineering Technologist Civil Engineering Technologist Diesel Mechanic Electronics Engineering Technologist Fitter and Turner Materials Engineering Technologist Mechatronics Technician Metal Fabricator Physical and Engineering Science Technicians Pressure Welder Structural Plaster Toolmaker Health Professions and Related Clinical Sciences Medical Superintendant/Public Health Manager Public Health Physician General and Specialist Medical Practitioner Hospital Pharmacist Nursing Professionals Veterinarian Registered Nurse (child and family health) Retail Pharmacist Life and Earth Sciences Environmental Engineers Environmental Manager Industrial Pharmacist Aquatic Scientist Animal Scientist Advanced Composites Engineering Archaeological/Paleontological Specialist Bioeconomist Biochemists Bioinformatician Bioinformaticist Biological Scientist Botanical Scientist Chemical Scientist Computational Biologist Environmental Scientist Ecological Scientist Food Scientist Engineering Geologist Geochemist Geohazards Specialist Geologist Geophycist Laboratory Technologist and Technician Marine Bioscientist Materials Scientist Metallurgical Scientist Metrology Microbiological Scientist Polymer Scientist Protein Scientist Seismologist Soil Scientist Toxicology Scientist Water Resource Scientist Professionals and Associate Professional Land and Engineering Surveyors Electronic Engineering Technician Materials Engineering Technologist Electrical Engineering Technician Safety, Health, Environment and Quality Practitioner Draughtsperson Mechanical Engineering Technician Chemical Engineering Technician Organisation and Methods Analyst (Incl. scheduler, estimator) Surveying Technician Geomatics Technician Quantity Surveying Technician Civil Engineering Technician Materials Engineer Non-destructive Testing (NDT) Materials Engineering Technician – Road materials Materials Tester Construction Safety, Health, Environment and Quality (SHEQ) Agent/Manager/Officer Aeronautical Engineering Architectural Senior Technologist Architectural Draughtsperson Astronomer Physicist (SKA) Geomagnetic Physicist Solar Physicist Space Physicist Plasma Physicist Space Technologist Space Weather Specialist Magnetic Technology Specialist Radar Engineering Radio Frequency Engineering Environmental Technologist Industrial Engineer Industrial Engineering Technologist Industrial Engineering Technician Landscape Architect Landscape Contract Manager Landscape Horticulturalist Mining Technician Trades Millwright Boilermaker (For Strategic Infrastructure Projects) Industrial Machinery Mechanic Pipe Fitter Double Coded Welder Rigger Moulder Raise-bore Operators Raise-bore Foreman Business Process Outsourcing (BPO) Software Development Engineers and Managers Systems Architects, Engineers and Managers Foreign Language speakers for specialist language support and technical or sales support (German, Swiss German, Flemish, Greek, Swedish, Danish, Italian, Dutch, Spanish, Mandarin and French) Business Analyst Quality Analyst Quality Assurance Specialist/Auditor Customer Service Manager/Team Lead Academics and Researchers Doctoral Graduates (Acquired Abroad) Research in any of the following areas; Galaxy Formation and Evolution Galaxy Structure and Dynamics Pulsars and Black Holes Pulsars and Black Holes Pulsars and Gravitational Waves Deep Observations of the earliest Radio Galaxies Dynamic and Transient Burst VLBI Operations Search for CO to investigate role of Molecular Hydrogen Deep Surveyors of Neutral Hydrogen Gas in the Early Universe Cosmology and Dark Energy Cosmic Magnetism Calibration and Imaging of Radio Interferometer data Pulsar Research Pulsar and Gravitational Waves VLBI Operations Signal Processing Observational Radio Astronomy in General Algorithm for Radio Astronomy Signal Processing for Radio Astronomy Supercomputing for Radio Astronomy Software Development for Radio Astronomy Data and Streaming- Real-Time Processing of Massive Data Amounts Green Computing- Extreme Performance at Minor Energy Cost Performance at Minor Energy Costs EMC and Spectrum Management Beam Modelling Antenna Modelling Feeds for Radio Astronomy Systems Receivers for Radio Astronomy Systems Signal Processing for Radio Astronomy High Speed Data Transport Nano-photonics-Data Transport Power Nanotechnology Palaeosciences Reduction over Short and Long Distances Antenna Design Antenna Foundation Design RFI Shielded Buildings and Facilities Advanced Manufacturing Space Science and Technology Global Change Energy Security Information Communication Technology Earth Observation Natural and Applied Sciences. 4 Likes 1 Share |
| Re: South Africa Critical Skill Visa And Permanent Resident by welf99: 8:19am On Jun 03, 2017 |
The long awaited
Permanent Residence for
Graduates finalised The Department of Home Affairs yesterday published the following Directive signed by the Minister of Home Affairs. The Directive grants the below waivers in respect of applications made by foreign graduates who studied at South African tertiary institutions towards degrees in the areas of critical skills. The waiver allows foreign graduates to apply for Permanent Residency waiving the requirement of the following documentation usually essential in terms of Section 27(b) of the Act – Certificate from a Professional Body recognised by SAQA confirming the skills and qualifications of the applicant Proof of post-qualification experience of at least five years Testimonials from previous employers and a comprehensive curriculum vitae 1 Like 1 Share |
| Re: South Africa Critical Skill Visa And Permanent Resident by Thecassanova: 10:03am On Jun 03, 2017 |
@welf99 The long awaited news. So with a degree in critical skills area in SA university. One is eligible to apply for PR? Be it BSc, Bsc(hons), MSc ? Is the documents the same as when applying for PR before? 1 Like |
| Re: South Africa Critical Skill Visa And Permanent Resident by Nobody: 1:27pm On Jun 03, 2017 |
welf99: Source pls? |
| Re: South Africa Critical Skill Visa And Permanent Resident by cutieme(m): 2:05pm On Jun 03, 2017 |
welf99:mine is chemical scientist but pls how do i go about applying for the visa |
| Re: South Africa Critical Skill Visa And Permanent Resident by welf99: 10:20pm On Jun 03, 2017 |
Thecassanova: the document is the same when applying for PR, the other documents relating to work experience and association are now waived. |
| Re: South Africa Critical Skill Visa And Permanent Resident by welf99: 10:24pm On Jun 03, 2017 |
cutieme: firstly, you need to apply for SAQA by sending your academic documents for evaluation. you need to join an association in your chosen field and apply for membership and skill confirmation. you need to prove 5 years work experience in your profession. 2 Likes 2 Shares |
| Re: South Africa Critical Skill Visa And Permanent Resident by welf99: 2:17pm On Jun 04, 2017 |
Keneking: http://www.workpermitsouthafrica.co.za/wp-content/uploads/2017/03/PR-critical-skills-waiver.pdf 1 Like |
| Re: South Africa Critical Skill Visa And Permanent Resident by Nobody: 2:26pm On Jun 04, 2017 |
welf99: Great ... Credible information 1 Like |
| Re: South Africa Critical Skill Visa And Permanent Resident by Thecassanova: 12:54pm On Jun 06, 2017 |
welf99:Thanks bro, I learnt the steps for application is somehow different from TRV. Heard someone need to write a letter to home affairs first before applying for PR and other things. Help clarify please. |
| Re: South Africa Critical Skill Visa And Permanent Resident by TimoBriggs: 8:35am On Aug 10, 2017 |
Hi Welf Thanks for your reply on the other thread. Can I use wakanow for my verifiable hotel booking for critical skills visa. They claim they have direct hotel vouchers |
| Re: South Africa Critical Skill Visa And Permanent Resident by prodam(m): 10:46am On Aug 31, 2017 |
welf99: welf99, thanks for your response on the other thread. I think this thread addresses my concerns. What do I need as a professional to be able to get into South Africa. Regards. |
| Re: South Africa Critical Skill Visa And Permanent Resident by cutieme(m): 3:03pm On Aug 31, 2017 |
welf99:Where and how can one apply for this critical visa pls?Also what is the requirement? |
| Re: South Africa Critical Skill Visa And Permanent Resident by elliothigh: 9:27am On Sep 04, 2017 |
please i need a response house, have been using quota permit for three years now and again have been working as a teacher as well . i have a SAQA am also a member of south african council of educators, can i still apply for PR after the completion of my 5 years permit? please help |
| Re: South Africa Critical Skill Visa And Permanent Resident by elliothigh: 9:36am On Sep 04, 2017 |
can someone with quota permit apply for PR after 5 years? i have SAQA and am also a member of south african council of educators. please i need a guide. |
| Re: South Africa Critical Skill Visa And Permanent Resident by welf99: 12:09pm On Sep 04, 2017 |
prodam:the first step is to check above post if your skill is listed as critical skill. once you confirm that the next step is SAQA evaluation. |
| Re: South Africa Critical Skill Visa And Permanent Resident by welf99: 12:11pm On Sep 04, 2017 |
elliothigh: Yes you can apply for PR on other ground provided you can prove continuous work permit and employment for the 5 years. 2 Likes |
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