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SOUTH AFRICA Residency by Investment

  • ✓Population: Over 63 million people.
  • ✓Languages: English, Afrikaans and nine ethnic languages
  • ✓Economy: Tourism-driven economy with contributions from agriculture and manufacturing
  • ✓Currency: South African rand (ZAR)
  • ✓Visa-Free Travel: 125 countries.
Overview Benefits Requirements Investment Options Process

South Africa Residency by Investment Program

The South Africa Financially Independent Permit allows individuals with significant financial resources to obtain permanent residency in South Africa. This permit is designed for those who can demonstrate financial independence without the need for employment.

South Africa

South Africa

Investment from ZAR 120,000

Program Requirements

To qualify for this program, applicants must meet the following eligibility criteria.

  • Net Worth

    Proof of a minimum net worth of ZAR 12,000,000.

  • Character Criteria

    Must not be a prohibited or undesirable person and should not have been refused entry into South Africa.

  • Legal Status

    Should not have entered or stayed illegally in South Africa.

  • Financial Stability

    Must have sufficient economic means to cover personal and family living expenses.

  • Application Fee

    Pay an application fee of ZAR 120,000 directly to the Director General upon approval of the application.

  • Entry Requirement

    Must enter South Africa at least once every 3 years.

Application Process

Prepare Documentation

Complete all application forms and gather supporting documents. Ensure payment of the application fee.

Submission

Submit the application in person in the applicant’s country of origin, permanent residence, or long-term temporary residence.

Approval and Payment

Upon approval, pay ZAR 120,000 to the Director General.

Permanent Residence

Successful applicants receive immediate permanent residence status in South Africa

Program Benefits

Versatility

Allows the holder to reside, work, study, retire, and start a business in South Africa.

Permanent Residence

Grants permanent residence status with all the rights and duties of a South African citizen, except the right to vote.

Non-Citizen Identity Book

Opportunity to apply for a Non-Citizen Identity Book.

Inclusive

No age requirement and open to all nationalities.

No Mandatory Investment or Residency

No need for investment or maintaining residency.

Validity

Valid indefinitely.

Family Inclusion

Dependents can be included - Spouse or life partner (in a relationship for over 5 years). - Children up to 21 years old. - Any age if medically dependent due to handicap or similar conditions, confirmed by doctors.

Business Hub

South Africa is a prominent business hub in Africa with a dynamic real estate market, excellent private healthcare, and a developed tourism industry.

Citizenship Pathway

Possibility to apply for South African citizenship after 10 years, or sooner.

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