Visa Information
VISA TYPES
Select the visa type that is right for you to see important information on visa fees, documents required, forms, photo specifications and processing times.
Short Term Visa
Business Visit
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Overview
This visa is solely for applicants intend to go for the business visit.
With effect from January 2015, BRICS Business Executives (CEOs, Presidents, Vice/Deputy Presidents, Chairpersons, Directors of Company) can apply for 10-year Multiple Entry Visa with 30 days on each visit.
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Visa Fees
Visa Category Sub category Visa Fee in MNT Service fee in mnt (inclusive of all applicable taxes and international courier) Visitors visa for a period of less than 3 months Business Visit 75233 507900 -
Documents Required
Checklist for general business visit:
Checklist for 10-YEAR BRICS Business Executive Visa:
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Photo Specifications
PHOTOGRAPH SPECIFICATIONS FOR VISAS
Photograph specifications for visas, permits etc
Photographs must be:
- 35mm in width and 45mm in length
- A close-up of your head and top of your shoulders so that your face takes up 70 – 80% of the photograph Of high quality with no ink marks, lines or creases and not damaged
- Taken against a white background
The photograph must:
- Show you looking directly at the camera
- Have appropriate brightness and contrast
Head coverings are not permitted, except for religious reasons, but your facial features must be clearly shown.
Spectacles may be worn provided that the lenses do not make the eyes invisible.
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Processing Time
Applicants who have submitted their application at the South Africa Visa application centre in Mongolia can collect the passport from the application centre after 45-60 days starting from the day after the date of submission. The processing time is counted from the date when the Embassy of South Africa in Beijing receives the application documents; it will not include the application delivery time between the Visa Application Centre and Embassy. Please be informed that the processing time may vary depending on individual circumstances. The collection timing is 9:00 - 17:00 (Monday-Friday except weekends & holidays mentioned in the holidays list).
To collect the passport, please bring the original acknowledgement receipt and any original Government Photo ID proof.
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Download Forms
- Please click here to download Visa Application Form DHA-84.
Holiday
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Overview
This visa is solely for the purpose of leisure travel including vacationing, cruising, sightseeing and other recreational activities. If during any portion of their visit to South Africa the applicant intends to engage in business, or official duties he/she must refer to other relevant visa sections.
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Visa Fees
Visa Category Sub category Visa Fee in MNT Service fee in mnt (inclusive of all applicable taxes and international courier) Visitors visa for a period of less than 3 months Holiday 75233 507900 Documents Required
Photo Specifications
Photograph Specifications For Visas
Photograph specifications for visas, permits etc
Photographs must be:
- 35mm in width and 45mm in length
- A close-up of your head and top of your shoulders so that your face takes up 70 – 80% of the photograph Of high quality with no ink marks, lines or creases and not damaged
- Taken against a white background
The photograph must:
- Show you looking directly at the camera
- Have appropriate brightness and contrast
Head coverings are not permitted, except for religious reasons, but your facial features must be clearly shown.
Spectacles may be worn provided that the lenses do not make the eyes invisible.
correct
incorrect (looking away)
incorrect (unnatural skin tones)Processing Time
Applicants who have submitted their application at the South Africa Visa application centre in Mongolia can collect the passport from the application centre after 45-60 days starting from the day after the date of submission. The processing time is counted from the date when the Embassy of South Africa in Beijing receives the application documents; it will not include the application delivery time between the Visa Application Centre and Embassy. Please be informed that the processing time may vary depending on individual circumstances. The collection timing is 9:00 - 17:00 (Monday-Friday except weekends & holidays mentioned in the holidays list).
To collect the passport, please bring the original acknowledgement receipt and any original Government Photo ID proof.
Download Forms
- Please click here to download Visa Application Form DHA-84 .
Visit Family and Friends
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Overview
This visa is solely for applicants intend to visit the family and friends.
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Visa Fees
Visa Category Sub category Visa Fee in MNT Service fee in mnt (inclusive of all applicable taxes and international courier) Visitors visa for a period of less than 3 months Visit Family and Friends 75233 507900 -
Documents Required
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Photo Specifications
PHOTOGRAPH SPECIFICATIONS FOR VISAS
Photograph specifications for visas, permits etc
Photographs must be:
- 35mm in width and 45mm in length
- A close-up of your head and top of your shoulders so that your face takes up 70 – 80% of the photograph Of high quality with no ink marks, lines or creases and not damaged
- Taken against a white background
The photograph must:
- Show you looking directly at the camera
- Have appropriate brightness and contrast
Head coverings are not permitted, except for religious reasons, but your facial features must be clearly shown.
Spectacles may be worn provided that the lenses do not make the eyes invisible.
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incorrect (looking away)
incorrect (unnatural skin tones) -
Processing Time
Applicants who have submitted their application at the South Africa Visa application centre in Mongolia can collect the passport from the application centre after 45-60 days starting from the day after the date of submission. The processing time is counted from the date when the Embassy of South Africa in Beijing receives the application documents; it will not include the application delivery time between the Visa Application Centre and Embassy. Please be informed that the processing time may vary depending on individual circumstances. The collection timing is 9:00 - 17:00 (Monday-Friday except weekends & holidays mentioned in the holidays list).
To collect the passport, please bring the original acknowledgement receipt and any original Government Photo ID proof.
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Download Forms
- Please click here to download Visa Application Form DHA-84.
Other Activities
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Overview
This visa is for applicants intend to go to South Africa for other activities such as academic sabbaticals, voluntary or charitable activities, research, etc. which besides of prescribed visa categories and cannot meet permit criteria.
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Visa Fees
Visa Category Sub category Visa Fee in MNT Service fee in mnt (inclusive of all applicable taxes and international courier) Visitors visa for a period of less than 3 months Other Activities 75233 507900 -
Documents Required
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Photo Specifications
Photograph Specifications For Visas
Photograph specifications for visas, permits etc
Photographs must be:
- 35mm in width and 45mm in length
- A close-up of your head and top of your shoulders so that your face takes up 70 – 80% of the photograph Of high quality with no ink marks, lines or creases and not damaged
- Taken against a white background
The photograph must:
- Show you looking directly at the camera
- Have appropriate brightness and contrast
Head coverings are not permitted, except for religious reasons, but your facial features must be clearly shown.
Spectacles may be worn provided that the lenses do not make the eyes invisible.
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incorrect (looking away)
incorrect (unnatural skin tones) -
Processing Time
Applicants who have submitted their application at the South Africa Visa application centre in Mongolia can collect the passport from the application centre after 45-60 days starting from the day after the date of submission. The processing time is counted from the date when the Embassy of South Africa in Beijing receives the application documents; it will not include the application delivery time between the Visa Application Centre and Embassy. Please be informed that the processing time may vary depending on individual circumstances. The collection timing is 9:00 - 17:00 (Monday-Friday except weekends & holidays mentioned in the holidays list).
To collect the passport, please bring the original acknowledgement receipt and any original Government Photo ID proof.
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Download Forms
- Please click here to download Visa Application Form DHA-84.
Visitors visa for a period of exceeding 3 months
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Overview
This visa is for applicants apply a period exceeding 3 months less than 3 year
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Visa Fees
Visa Category Sub category Visa Fee in MNT Service fee in mnt (inclusive of all applicable taxes and international courier) A Period Exceeding 3 Months Less than 3 Years Not Applicable 75233 507900 -
Photo Specifications
Photograph Specifications For Visas
Photograph specifications for visas, permits etc
Photographs must be:
- 35mm in width and 45mm in length
- A close-up of your head and top of your shoulders so that your face takes up 70 – 80% of the photograph Of high quality with no ink marks, lines or creases and not damaged
- Taken against a white background
The photograph must:
- Show you looking directly at the camera
- Have appropriate brightness and contrast
Head coverings are not permitted, except for religious reasons, but your facial features must be clearly shown.
Spectacles may be worn provided that the lenses do not make the eyes invisible.
correct
incorrect (looking away)
incorrect (unnatural skin tones)Processing Time
Applicants who have submitted their application at the South Africa Visa application centre in Mongolia can collect the passport from the application centre after 45-60 days starting from the day after the date of submission. The processing time is counted from the date when the Embassy of South Africa in Beijing receives the application documents; it will not include the application delivery time between the Visa Application Centre and Embassy. Please be informed that the processing time may vary depending on individual circumstances. The collection timing is 9:00 - 17:00 (Monday-Friday except weekends & holidays mentioned in the holidays list).
To collect the passport, please bring the original acknowledgement receipt and any original Government Photo ID proof.
Download Forms
- Please click here to download Visa Application Form DHA-84.
Long Term Visa
Business Visa
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Overview
This visa is for applicants apply a Business Visa
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Visa Fees
Long Term Sub category Visa Fee in MNT Service fee in mnt (inclusive of all applicable taxes and international courier) Business Visa Not Applicable 269163 507990 -
Documents Required
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Photo Specifications
Photograph Specifications For Visas
Photograph specifications for visas, permits etc
Photographs must be:
- 35mm in width and 45mm in length
- A close-up of your head and top of your shoulders so that your face takes up 70 – 80% of the photograph Of high quality with no ink marks, lines or creases and not damaged
- Taken against a white background
The photograph must:
- Show you looking directly at the camera
- Have appropriate brightness and contrast
Head coverings are not permitted, except for religious reasons, but your facial features must be clearly shown.
Spectacles may be worn provided that the lenses do not make the eyes invisible.
correct
incorrect (looking away)
incorrect (unnatural skin tones)Processing Time
Applicants who have submitted their application at the South Africa Visa application centre in Mongolia can collect the passport from the application centre after 45-60 days starting from the day after the date of submission. The processing time is counted from the date when the Embassy of South Africa in Beijing receives the application documents; it will not include the application delivery time between the Visa Application Centre and Embassy. Please be informed that the processing time may vary depending on individual circumstances. The collection timing is 9:00 - 17:00 (Monday-Friday except weekends & holidays mentioned in the holidays list).
To collect the passport, please bring the original acknowledgement receipt and any original Government Photo ID proof.
Download Forms
- Please click here to download Visa Application Form DHA-1738.
Corporate Visa
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Overview
This visa is for applicants apply a Corporate Visa
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Visa Fees
Long Term Sub category Visa Fee in MNT Service fee in mnt (inclusive of all applicable taxes and international courier) Corporate Visa Not Applicable 0 507990 -
Documents Required
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Photo Specifications
Photograph Specifications For Visas
Photograph specifications for visas, permits etc
Photographs must be:
- 35mm in width and 45mm in length
- A close-up of your head and top of your shoulders so that your face takes up 70 – 80% of the photograph Of high quality with no ink marks, lines or creases and not damaged
- Taken against a white background
The photograph must:
- Show you looking directly at the camera
- Have appropriate brightness and contrast
Head coverings are not permitted, except for religious reasons, but your facial features must be clearly shown.
Spectacles may be worn provided that the lenses do not make the eyes invisible.
correct
incorrect (looking away)
incorrect (unnatural skin tones)Processing Time
Applicants who have submitted their application at the South Africa Visa application centre in Mongolia can collect the passport from the application centre after 45-60 days starting from the day after the date of submission. The processing time is counted from the date when the Embassy of South Africa in Beijing receives the application documents; it will not include the application delivery time between the Visa Application Centre and Embassy. Please be informed that the processing time may vary depending on individual circumstances. The collection timing is 9:00 - 17:00 (Monday-Friday except weekends & holidays mentioned in the holidays list).
To collect the passport, please bring the original acknowledgement receipt and any original Government Photo ID proof.
Download Forms
- Please click here to download Visa Application Form DHA-1738.
Critical Skills Work Visa
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Overview
This visa is for applicants apply a Critical Skills Work Visa
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Visa Fees
Long Term Sub category Visa Fee in MNT Service fee in mnt (inclusive of all applicable taxes and international courier) Critical Skills Work Visa Not Applicable 269163 507990 -
Documents Required
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Photo Specifications
Photograph Specifications For Visas
Photograph specifications for visas, permits etc
Photographs must be:
- 35mm in width and 45mm in length
- A close-up of your head and top of your shoulders so that your face takes up 70 – 80% of the photograph Of high quality with no ink marks, lines or creases and not damaged
- Taken against a white background
The photograph must:
- Show you looking directly at the camera
- Have appropriate brightness and contrast
Head coverings are not permitted, except for religious reasons, but your facial features must be clearly shown.
Spectacles may be worn provided that the lenses do not make the eyes invisible.
correct
incorrect (looking away)
incorrect (unnatural skin tones) -
Processing Time
Applicants who have submitted their application at the South Africa Visa application centre in Mongolia can collect the passport from the application centre after 45-60 days starting from the day after the date of submission. The processing time is counted from the date when the Embassy of South Africa in Beijing receives the application documents; it will not include the application delivery time between the Visa Application Centre and Embassy. Please be informed that the processing time may vary depending on individual circumstances. The collection timing is 9:00 - 17:00 (Monday-Friday except weekends & holidays mentioned in the holidays list).
To collect the passport, please bring the original acknowledgement receipt and any original Government Photo ID proof.
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Download Forms
- Please click here to download Visa Application Form DHA-1738.
General Work Visa
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Overview
This visa is for applicants apply a General Work Visa
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Visa Fees
Long Term Sub category Visa Fee in MNT Service fee in mnt (inclusive of all applicable taxes and international courier) General Work Visa Not Applicable 269163 507990 -
Documents Required
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Photo Specifications
Photograph Specifications For Visas
Photograph specifications for visas, permits etc
Photographs must be:
- 35mm in width and 45mm in length
- A close-up of your head and top of your shoulders so that your face takes up 70 – 80% of the photograph Of high quality with no ink marks, lines or creases and not damaged
- Taken against a white background
The photograph must:
- Show you looking directly at the camera
- Have appropriate brightness and contrast
Head coverings are not permitted, except for religious reasons, but your facial features must be clearly shown.
Spectacles may be worn provided that the lenses do not make the eyes invisible.
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incorrect (looking away)
incorrect (unnatural skin tones) -
Processing Time
Applicants who have submitted their application at the South Africa Visa application centre in Mongolia can collect the passport from the application centre after 45-60 days starting from the day after the date of submission. The processing time is counted from the date when the Embassy of South Africa in Beijing receives the application documents; it will not include the application delivery time between the Visa Application Centre and Embassy. Please be informed that the processing time may vary depending on individual circumstances. The collection timing is 9:00 - 17:00 (Monday-Friday except weekends & holidays mentioned in the holidays list).
To collect the passport, please bring the original acknowledgement receipt and any original Government Photo ID proof.
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Download Forms
- Please click here to download Visa Application Form DHA-1738.
Medical Treatment Visa
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Overview
This visa is for applicants apply a Medical Treatment Visa
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Visa Fees
Long Term Sub category Visa Fee in MNT Service fee in mnt (inclusive of all applicable taxes and international courier) Medical Treatment Visa Not Applicable 75233 507900 -
Documents Required
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Photo Specifications
Photograph Specifications For Visas
Photograph specifications for visas, permits etc
Photographs must be:
- 35mm in width and 45mm in length
- A close-up of your head and top of your shoulders so that your face takes up 70 – 80% of the photograph Of high quality with no ink marks, lines or creases and not damaged
- Taken against a white background
The photograph must:
- Show you looking directly at the camera
- Have appropriate brightness and contrast
Head coverings are not permitted, except for religious reasons, but your facial features must be clearly shown.
Spectacles may be worn provided that the lenses do not make the eyes invisible.
correct
incorrect (looking away)
incorrect (unnatural skin tones) -
Processing Time
Applicants who have submitted their application at the South Africa Visa application centre in Mongolia can collect the passport from the application centre after 45-60 days starting from the day after the date of submission. The processing time is counted from the date when the Embassy of South Africa in Beijing receives the application documents; it will not include the application delivery time between the Visa Application Centre and Embassy. Please be informed that the processing time may vary depending on individual circumstances. The collection timing is 9:00 - 17:00 (Monday-Friday except weekends & holidays mentioned in the holidays list).
To collect the passport, please bring the original acknowledgement receipt and any original Government Photo ID proof.
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Download Forms
- Please click here to download Visa Application Form DHA-1738.
Relative's Visa
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Overview
This visa is for applicants apply a Relative’s Visa
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Visa Fees
Long Term Sub category Visa Fee in MNT Service fee in mnt (inclusive of all applicable taxes and international courier) Relative’s Visa Not Applicable 75233 507900 -
Documents Required
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Photo Specifications
Photograph Specifications For Visas
Photograph specifications for visas, permits etc
Photographs must be:
- 35mm in width and 45mm in length
- A close-up of your head and top of your shoulders so that your face takes up 70 – 80% of the photograph Of high quality with no ink marks, lines or creases and not damaged
- Taken against a white background
The photograph must:
- Show you looking directly at the camera
- Have appropriate brightness and contrast
Head coverings are not permitted, except for religious reasons, but your facial features must be clearly shown.
Spectacles may be worn provided that the lenses do not make the eyes invisible.
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incorrect (looking away)
incorrect (unnatural skin tones) -
Processing Time
Applicants who have submitted their application at the South Africa Visa application centre in Mongolia can collect the passport from the application centre after 45-60 days starting from the day after the date of submission. The processing time is counted from the date when the Embassy of South Africa in Beijing receives the application documents; it will not include the application delivery time between the Visa Application Centre and Embassy. Please be informed that the processing time may vary depending on individual circumstances. The collection timing is 9:00 - 17:00 (Monday-Friday except weekends & holidays mentioned in the holidays list).
To collect the passport, please bring the original acknowledgement receipt and any original Government Photo ID proof.
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Download Forms
- Please click here to download Visa Application Form DHA-1738.
Retired Person Visa
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Overview
This visa is for applicants apply a Retired Person Visa
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Visa Fees
Long Term Sub category Visa Fee in MNT Service fee in mnt (inclusive of all applicable taxes and international courier) Retired Person Visa Not Applicable 75233 507900 -
Documents Required
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Photo Specifications
Photograph Specifications For Visas
Photograph specifications for visas, permits etc
Photographs must be:
- 35mm in width and 45mm in length
- A close-up of your head and top of your shoulders so that your face takes up 70 – 80% of the photograph Of high quality with no ink marks, lines or creases and not damaged
- Taken against a white background
The photograph must:
- Show you looking directly at the camera
- Have appropriate brightness and contrast
Head coverings are not permitted, except for religious reasons, but your facial features must be clearly shown.
Spectacles may be worn provided that the lenses do not make the eyes invisible.
correct
incorrect (looking away)
incorrect (unnatural skin tones)Processing Time
Applicants who have submitted their application at the South Africa Visa application centre in Mongolia can collect the passport from the application centre after 45-60 days starting from the day after the date of submission. The processing time is counted from the date when the Embassy of South Africa in Beijing receives the application documents; it will not include the application delivery time between the Visa Application Centre and Embassy. Please be informed that the processing time may vary depending on individual circumstances. The collection timing is 9:00 - 17:00 (Monday-Friday except weekends & holidays mentioned in the holidays list).
To collect the passport, please bring the original acknowledgement receipt and any original Government Photo ID proof.
Download Forms
- Please click here to download Visa Application Form DHA-1738.
Study Visa
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Overview
This visa is for applicants apply a Study Visa
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Visa Fees
Long Term Sub category Visa Fee in MNT Service fee in mnt (inclusive of all applicable taxes and international courier) Study Visa Not Applicable 75233 507900 -
Documents Required
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Photo Specifications
Photograph Specifications For Visas
Photograph specifications for visas, permits etc
Photographs must be:
- 35mm in width and 45mm in length
- A close-up of your head and top of your shoulders so that your face takes up 70 – 80% of the photograph Of high quality with no ink marks, lines or creases and not damaged
- Taken against a white background
The photograph must:
- Show you looking directly at the camera
- Have appropriate brightness and contrast
Head coverings are not permitted, except for religious reasons, but your facial features must be clearly shown.
Spectacles may be worn provided that the lenses do not make the eyes invisible.
correct
incorrect (looking away)
incorrect (unnatural skin tones) -
Processing Time
Applicants who have submitted their application at the South Africa Visa application centre in Mongolia can collect the passport from the application centre after 45-60 days starting from the day after the date of submission. The processing time is counted from the date when the Embassy of South Africa in Beijing receives the application documents; it will not include the application delivery time between the Visa Application Centre and Embassy. Please be informed that the processing time may vary depending on individual circumstances. The collection timing is 9:00 - 17:00 (Monday-Friday except weekends & holidays mentioned in the holidays list).
To collect the passport, please bring the original acknowledgement receipt and any original Government Photo ID proof.
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Download Forms
- Please click here to download Visa Application Form DHA-1738.
Treaty Visa
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Overview
This visa is for applicants apply a Treaty Visa
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Visa Fees
Long Term Sub category Visa Fee in MNT Service fee in mnt (inclusive of all applicable taxes and international courier) Treaty Visa Not Applicable 75233 507900 -
Documents Required
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Photo Specifications
Photograph Specifications For Visas
Photograph specifications for visas, permits etc
Photographs must be:
- 35mm in width and 45mm in length
- A close-up of your head and top of your shoulders so that your face takes up 70 – 80% of the photograph Of high quality with no ink marks, lines or creases and not damaged
- Taken against a white background
The photograph must:
- Show you looking directly at the camera
- Have appropriate brightness and contrast
Head coverings are not permitted, except for religious reasons, but your facial features must be clearly shown.
Spectacles may be worn provided that the lenses do not make the eyes invisible.
correct
incorrect (looking away)
incorrect (unnatural skin tones)Processing Time
Applicants who have submitted their application at the South Africa Visa application centre in Mongolia can collect the passport from the application centre after 45-60 days starting from the day after the date of submission. The processing time is counted from the date when the Embassy of South Africa in Beijing receives the application documents; it will not include the application delivery time between the Visa Application Centre and Embassy. Please be informed that the processing time may vary depending on individual circumstances. The collection timing is 9:00 - 17:00 (Monday-Friday except weekends & holidays mentioned in the holidays list).
To collect the passport, please bring the original acknowledgement receipt and any original Government Photo ID proof.
Download Forms
- Please click here to download Visa Application Form DHA-1738.
Exchange Visa
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Overview
This visa is for applicants apply an Exchange Visa
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Visa Fees
Long Term Sub category Visa Fee in MNT Service fee in mnt (inclusive of all applicable taxes and international courier) Exchange Visa Not Applicable 75233 507900 -
Documents Required
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Photo Specifications
Photograph Specifications For Visas
Photograph specifications for visas, permits etc
Photographs must be:
- 35mm in width and 45mm in length
- A close-up of your head and top of your shoulders so that your face takes up 70 – 80% of the photograph Of high quality with no ink marks, lines or creases and not damaged
- Taken against a white background
The photograph must:
- Show you looking directly at the camera
- Have appropriate brightness and contrast
Head coverings are not permitted, except for religious reasons, but your facial features must be clearly shown.
Spectacles may be worn provided that the lenses do not make the eyes invisible.
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incorrect (looking away)
incorrect (unnatural skin tones) -
Processing Time
Applicants who have submitted their application at the South Africa Visa application centre in Mongolia can collect the passport from the application centre after 45-60 days starting from the day after the date of submission. The processing time is counted from the date when the Embassy of South Africa in Beijing receives the application documents; it will not include the application delivery time between the Visa Application Centre and Embassy. Please be informed that the processing time may vary depending on individual circumstances. The collection timing is 9:00 - 17:00 (Monday-Friday except weekends & holidays mentioned in the holidays list).
To collect the passport, please bring the original acknowledgement receipt and any original Government Photo ID proof.
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Download Forms
- Please click here to download Visa Application Form DHA-1738.
Intra-Company Transfer Work Visa
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Overview
This visa is for applicants apply a Intra-Company Transfer Work Visa
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Visa Fees
Long Term Sub category Visa Fee in MNT Service fee in mnt (inclusive of all applicable taxes and international courier) Intra-Company Transfer Work Visa Not Applicable 269163 507990 -
Documents Required
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Photo Specifications
Photograph Specifications For Visas
Photograph specifications for visas, permits etc
Photographs must be:
- 35mm in width and 45mm in length
- A close-up of your head and top of your shoulders so that your face takes up 70 – 80% of the photograph Of high quality with no ink marks, lines or creases and not damaged
- Taken against a white background
The photograph must:
- Show you looking directly at the camera
- Have appropriate brightness and contrast
Head coverings are not permitted, except for religious reasons, but your facial features must be clearly shown.
Spectacles may be worn provided that the lenses do not make the eyes invisible.
correct
incorrect (looking away)
incorrect (unnatural skin tones) -
Processing Time
Applicants who have submitted their application at the South Africa Visa application centre in Mongolia can collect the passport from the application centre after 45-60 days starting from the day after the date of submission. The processing time is counted from the date when the Embassy of South Africa in Beijing receives the application documents; it will not include the application delivery time between the Visa Application Centre and Embassy. Please be informed that the processing time may vary depending on individual circumstances. The collection timing is 9:00 - 17:00 (Monday-Friday except weekends & holidays mentioned in the holidays list).
To collect the passport, please bring the original acknowledgement receipt and any original Government Photo ID proof.
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Download Forms
- Please click here to download Visa Application Form DHA-1738.
Permanent Residence Permit
PR 26A WORKER IN SA
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Overview
A person who has been a holder of a work visa for a continuous period of 5 years and has proven that he or she has received a permanent offer of employment.
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Visa Fees
Visa Category Sub category Visa Fee in MNT Service fee in mnt (inclusive of all applicable taxes and international courier) PR 26A Worker in SA Not Applicable 269163 507990 -
Documents Required
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Photo Specifications
Photograph Specifications For Visas
Photograph specifications for visas, permits etc
Photographs must be:
- 35mm in width and 45mm in length
- A close-up of your head and top of your shoulders so that your face takes up 70 – 80% of the photograph Of high quality with no ink marks, lines or creases and not damaged
- Taken against a white background
The photograph must:
- Show you looking directly at the camera
- Have appropriate brightness and contrast
Head coverings are not permitted, except for religious reasons, but your facial features must be clearly shown.
Spectacles may be worn provided that the lenses do not make the eyes invisible.
correct
incorrect (looking away)
incorrect (unnatural skin tones)Processing Time
Applicants who have submitted their application at the South Africa Visa application centre in Mongolia can collect the passport in Embassy after 8 months starting from the day after the date of submission. The processing time is counted from the date when the Embassy of South Africa in Beijing receives the application documents; it will not include the application delivery time between the Visa Application Centre and Embassy. Please be informed that the processing time may vary depending on individual circumstances. To collect the passport, please bring the original acknowledgement receipt and any original Government Photo ID proof.
Download Forms
- Please click here to download Visa Application Form DHA-947.
PR 26B SPOUSE
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Overview
A foreigner is a spouse of a South African citizen or permanent resident for five years and satisfies the Director-General that a good faith spousal relationship exists. Such permit shall lapse if at any time within two years from issuing of the permit, the good faith spousal relationship no longer subsists, save for case of death.
A foreigner who has been issued with a permanent residence permit in terms of section 26(b)shall, within the last six months of the second year following the issuing of that permit, avail himself or herself for an interview at any office of the Department.
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Visa Fees
Visa Category Sub category Visa Fee in MNT Service fee in mnt (inclusive of all applicable taxes and international courier) PR 26B Spouse Not Applicable 0 507990 -
Documents Required
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Photo Specifications
Photograph Specifications For Visas
Photograph specifications for visas, permits etc
Photographs must be:
- 35mm in width and 45mm in length
- A close-up of your head and top of your shoulders so that your face takes up 70 – 80% of the photograph Of high quality with no ink marks, lines or creases and not damaged
- Taken against a white background
The photograph must:
- Show you looking directly at the camera
- Have appropriate brightness and contrast
Head coverings are not permitted, except for religious reasons, but your facial features must be clearly shown.
Spectacles may be worn provided that the lenses do not make the eyes invisible.
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incorrect (looking away)
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Processing Time
Applicants who have submitted their application at the South Africa Visa application centre in Mongolia can collect the passport in Embassy after 8 months starting from the day after the date of submission. The processing time is counted from the date when the Embassy of South Africa in Beijing receives the application documents; it will not include the application delivery time between the Visa Application Centre and Embassy. Please be informed that the processing time may vary depending on individual circumstances. To collect the passport, please bring the original acknowledgement receipt and any original Government Photo ID proof.
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PR 26C CHILD < 18
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Overview
A permanent resident issued under this category shall lapse if the child (holder) fails to submit an application for its confirmation within two years of turning 18 years.
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Visa Fees
Visa Category Sub category Visa Fee in MNT Service fee in mnt (inclusive of all applicable taxes and international courier) PR 26C Child<18 Not Applicable 0 507990 -
Documents Required
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Photo Specifications
Photograph Specifications For Visas
Photograph specifications for visas, permits etc
Photographs must be:
- 35mm in width and 45mm in length
- A close-up of your head and top of your shoulders so that your face takes up 70 – 80% of the photograph Of high quality with no ink marks, lines or creases and not damaged
- Taken against a white background
The photograph must:
- Show you looking directly at the camera
- Have appropriate brightness and contrast
Head coverings are not permitted, except for religious reasons, but your facial features must be clearly shown.
Spectacles may be worn provided that the lenses do not make the eyes invisible.
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incorrect (looking away)
incorrect (unnatural skin tones) -
Processing Time
Applicants who have submitted their application at the South Africa Visa application centre in Mongolia can collect the passport in Embassy after 8 months starting from the day after the date of submission. The processing time is counted from the date when the Embassy of South Africa in Beijing receives the application documents; it will not include the application delivery time between the Visa Application Centre and Embassy. Please be informed that the processing time may vary depending on individual circumstances. To collect the passport, please bring the original acknowledgement receipt and any original Government Photo ID proof.
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PR 26D CHILD>18
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Overview
A child of a South African citizen only (older than 18)
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Visa Fees
Visa Category Sub category Visa Fee in MNT Service fee in mnt (inclusive of all applicable taxes and international courier) PR 26D Child>18 Not Applicable 269163 507990 -
Documents Required
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Photo Specifications
Photograph Specifications For Visas
Photograph specifications for visas, permits etc
Photographs must be:
- 35mm in width and 45mm in length
- A close-up of your head and top of your shoulders so that your face takes up 70 – 80% of the photograph Of high quality with no ink marks, lines or creases and not damaged
- Taken against a white background
The photograph must:
- Show you looking directly at the camera
- Have appropriate brightness and contrast
Head coverings are not permitted, except for religious reasons, but your facial features must be clearly shown.
Spectacles may be worn provided that the lenses do not make the eyes invisible.
correct
incorrect (looking away)
incorrect (unnatural skin tones) -
Processing Time
Applicants who have submitted their application at the South Africa Visa application centre in Mongolia can collect the passport in Embassy after 8 months starting from the day after the date of submission. The processing time is counted from the date when the Embassy of South Africa in Beijing receives the application documents; it will not include the application delivery time between the Visa Application Centre and Embassy. Please be informed that the processing time may vary depending on individual circumstances. To collect the passport, please bring the original acknowledgement receipt and any original Government Photo ID proof.
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PR 27A WORKER STILL ABROAD
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Overview
A permanent residence permit may be issued to a foreigner of good and sound character that has received an offer for permanent employment, provided that-
Such foreigner has proven to the satisfaction of the Director-General that the position exists and that the position and related job description was advertised in the prescribed form and no suitably qualified South African citizens or permanent resident was available to fill it.
The yearly limit of available permanent residence permits contemplated in section 27(a)(ii) of the Act shall be as determined from time to time by the Minister, after consultation with the Ministers of Trade and Industry, Labour, Basic Education and Higher Education and Training, by notice in the Gazette.
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Visa Fees
Visa Category Sub category Visa Fee in MNT Service fee in mnt (inclusive of all applicable taxes and international courier) PR 27A Worker Still Abroad Not Applicable 269163 507990 -
Documents Required
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Photo Specifications
Photograph Specifications For Visas
Photograph specifications for visas, permits etc
Photographs must be:
- 35mm in width and 45mm in length
- A close-up of your head and top of your shoulders so that your face takes up 70 – 80% of the photograph Of high quality with no ink marks, lines or creases and not damaged
- Taken against a white background
The photograph must:
- Show you looking directly at the camera
- Have appropriate brightness and contrast
Head coverings are not permitted, except for religious reasons, but your facial features must be clearly shown.
Spectacles may be worn provided that the lenses do not make the eyes invisible.
correct
incorrect (looking away)
incorrect (unnatural skin tones) -
Processing Time
Applicants who have submitted their application at the South Africa Visa application centre in Mongolia can collect the passport in Embassy after 8 months starting from the day after the date of submission. The processing time is counted from the date when the Embassy of South Africa in Beijing receives the application documents; it will not include the application delivery time between the Visa Application Centre and Embassy. Please be informed that the processing time may vary depending on individual circumstances. To collect the passport, please bring the original acknowledgement receipt and any original Government Photo ID proof.
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PR 27B CRITICAL SKILLS
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Overview
This category does not really require an offer of employment. Critical skills or qualifications must be demonstrated by means of publications, testimonials and/or motivations from academic institutions. Should a foreigner meet these requirements, his/her immediate family members will likewise qualify to apply for permanent residence status in the Republic.
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Visa Fees
Visa Category Sub category Visa Fee in MNT Service fee in mnt (inclusive of all applicable taxes and international courier) PR 27B Critical Skills Not Applicable 269163 507990 -
Documents Required
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Photo Specifications
Photograph Specifications For Visas
Photograph specifications for visas, permits etc
Photographs must be:
- 35mm in width and 45mm in length
- A close-up of your head and top of your shoulders so that your face takes up 70 – 80% of the photograph Of high quality with no ink marks, lines or creases and not damaged
- Taken against a white background
The photograph must:
- Show you looking directly at the camera
- Have appropriate brightness and contrast
Head coverings are not permitted, except for religious reasons, but your facial features must be clearly shown.
Spectacles may be worn provided that the lenses do not make the eyes invisible.
correct
incorrect (looking away)
incorrect (unnatural skin tones) -
Processing Time
Applicants who have submitted their application at the South Africa Visa application centre in Mongolia can collect the passport in Embassy after 8 months starting from the day after the date of submission. The processing time is counted from the date when the Embassy of South Africa in Beijing receives the application documents; it will not include the application delivery time between the Visa Application Centre and Embassy. Please be informed that the processing time may vary depending on individual circumstances. To collect the passport, please bring the original acknowledgement receipt and any original Government Photo ID proof.
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PR 27C BUSINESS
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Overview
A foreigner, who intends to establish a business, has an existing business or intends to invest in an existing business in the RSA.
A foreigner who intends to establish or has established a business in the Republic and investing in it or in an established business the prescribed financial contribution to be part of the intended book value and to the members of such foreigner’s immediate family.
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Visa Fees
Visa Category Sub category Visa Fee in MNT Service fee in mnt (inclusive of all applicable taxes and international courier) PR 27C Business Not Applicable 269163 507990 -
Documents Required
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Photo Specifications
Photograph Specifications For Visas
Photograph specifications for visas, permits etc
Photographs must be:
- 35mm in width and 45mm in length
- A close-up of your head and top of your shoulders so that your face takes up 70 – 80% of the photograph Of high quality with no ink marks, lines or creases and not damaged
- Taken against a white background
The photograph must:
- Show you looking directly at the camera
- Have appropriate brightness and contrast
Head coverings are not permitted, except for religious reasons, but your facial features must be clearly shown.
Spectacles may be worn provided that the lenses do not make the eyes invisible.
correct
incorrect (looking away)
incorrect (unnatural skin tones) -
Processing Time
Applicants who have submitted their application at the South Africa Visa application centre in Mongolia can collect the passport in Embassy after 8 months starting from the day after the date of submission. The processing time is counted from the date when the Embassy of South Africa in Beijing receives the application documents; it will not include the application delivery time between the Visa Application Centre and Embassy. Please be informed that the processing time may vary depending on individual circumstances. To collect the passport, please bring the original acknowledgement receipt and any original Government Photo ID proof.
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PR 27E RETIRED
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Overview
A foreigner who intends to retire in the Republic.
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Visa Fees
Visa Category Sub category Visa Fee in MNT Service fee in mnt (inclusive of all applicable taxes and international courier) PR 27E Retired Not Applicable 269163 507990 -
Documents Required
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Photo Specifications
Photograph Specifications For Visas
Photograph specifications for visas, permits etc
Photographs must be:
- 35mm in width and 45mm in length
- A close-up of your head and top of your shoulders so that your face takes up 70 – 80% of the photograph Of high quality with no ink marks, lines or creases and not damaged
- Taken against a white background
The photograph must:
- Show you looking directly at the camera
- Have appropriate brightness and contrast
Head coverings are not permitted, except for religious reasons, but your facial features must be clearly shown.
Spectacles may be worn provided that the lenses do not make the eyes invisible.
correct
incorrect (looking away)
incorrect (unnatural skin tones) -
Processing Time
Applicants who have submitted their application at the South Africa Visa application centre in Mongolia can collect the passport in Embassy after 8 months starting from the day after the date of submission. The processing time is counted from the date when the Embassy of South Africa in Beijing receives the application documents; it will not include the application delivery time between the Visa Application Centre and Embassy. Please be informed that the processing time may vary depending on individual circumstances. To collect the passport, please bring the original acknowledgement receipt and any original Government Photo ID proof.
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PR 27F FINANCIAL INDEPENDENT
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Overview
A foreigner who has proven to the satisfaction of the Director-General that he or she has a prescribed minimum net worth may be issued with this permit.
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Visa Fees
Visa Category Sub category Visa Fee in MNT Service fee in mnt (inclusive of all applicable taxes and international courier) PR 27F Financial Independent Not Applicable 269163 507990 -
Documents Required
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Photo Specifications
Photograph Specifications For Visas
Photograph specifications for visas, permits etc
Photographs must be:
- 35mm in width and 45mm in length
- A close-up of your head and top of your shoulders so that your face takes up 70 – 80% of the photograph Of high quality with no ink marks, lines or creases and not damaged
- Taken against a white background
The photograph must:
- Show you looking directly at the camera
- Have appropriate brightness and contrast
Head coverings are not permitted, except for religious reasons, but your facial features must be clearly shown.
Spectacles may be worn provided that the lenses do not make the eyes invisible.
correct
incorrect (looking away)
incorrect (unnatural skin tones) -
Processing Time
Applicants who have submitted their application at the South Africa Visa application centre in Mongolia can collect the passport in Embassy after 8 months starting from the day after the date of submission. The processing time is counted from the date when the Embassy of South Africa in Beijing receives the application documents; it will not include the application delivery time between the Visa Application Centre and Embassy. Please be informed that the processing time may vary depending on individual circumstances. To collect the passport, please bring the original acknowledgement receipt and any original Government Photo ID proof.
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- Please click here to download Visa Application Form DHA-947.
PR 27G RELATIVE
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Overview
First step of kinship defined - a person who is the biological or judicially adopted child or biological or judicially adopted parent or step parents of a person who is a citizen or permanent resident.
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Visa Fees
Visa Category Sub category Visa Fee in MNT Service fee in mnt (inclusive of all applicable taxes and international courier) PR 27G Relative Not Applicable 269163 507990 -
Documents Required
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Photo Specifications
Photograph Specifications For Visas
Photograph specifications for visas, permits etc
Photographs must be:
- 35mm in width and 45mm in length
- A close-up of your head and top of your shoulders so that your face takes up 70 – 80% of the photograph Of high quality with no ink marks, lines or creases and not damaged
- Taken against a white background
The photograph must:
- Show you looking directly at the camera
- Have appropriate brightness and contrast
Head coverings are not permitted, except for religious reasons, but your facial features must be clearly shown.
Spectacles may be worn provided that the lenses do not make the eyes invisible.
correct
incorrect (looking away)
incorrect (unnatural skin tones) -
Processing Time
Applicants who have submitted their application at the South Africa Visa application centre in Mongolia can collect the passport in Embassy after 8 months starting from the day after the date of submission. The processing time is counted from the date when the Embassy of South Africa in Beijing receives the application documents; it will not include the application delivery time between the Visa Application Centre and Embassy. Please be informed that the processing time may vary depending on individual circumstances. To collect the passport, please bring the original acknowledgement receipt and any original Government Photo ID proof.
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Download Forms
- Please click here to download Visa Application Form DHA-947.