Author: Gema VISA Services

In South Africa, employing foreign workers can bring valuable skills and diversity to your business. However, it also comes with significant legal responsibilities. Employers must navigate the complexities of the Immigration Act 13 of 2002 and its accompanying regulations to ensure compliance and avoid severe penalties. Understanding your obligations and the consequences of non-compliance is […]

In the realm of immigration and visa services, we witness situations that highlight deep-seated flaws in our system—none more pressing than the “double punishment” faced by foreign nationals in South Africa. This is an issue that cannot be ignored any longer. When a foreign national overstays their visa, they are issued a banning order—an order […]

South Africa’s Home Affairs Minister, Leon Schreiber, recently announced two highly anticipated visa reforms: the “Remote Work Visitor Visa” and a new “Points-Based System for Work Visas”. The press release published on 9 October 2024 ( see below link) paints an ambitious picture of economic growth and job creation, but does the reality match the […]

Recent data from a parliamentary Q&A raises serious questions about whether multinational corporations operating in South Africa are truly committed to employing local citizens. Are they invested in the country’s transformation and tackling its unemployment crisis, or are foreign nationals dominating key roles? Here are five critical points from the latest update on Huawei South […]

In a democratic society rooted in human dignity, equality, and freedom, the right to family life should stand as an unshakable pillar. Yet, there exists a troubling reality in South Africa’s immigration framework: the automatic imposition of banning orders on foreign spouses of South African citizens who overstay their visas.  While the intent of such […]

For many UK nationals, the lure of escaping cold winters for South Africa’s sunny climate is irresistible. This seasonal migration—often referred to as becoming a “swallow”—offers a unique opportunity to embrace the best of both worlds: British summers and South African sunshine. If you’re a UK swallow looking to semi-migrate to South Africa, here are […]