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
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Overview
The special dispensation is for Zimbabwe nationals who are working, studying or running businesses in The Republic of South Africa.
The Zimbabwe Special Permit (ZSP) is a permit issued by the Department of Home Affairs, South Africa.
Zimbabwe Citizens that would like to remain in South Africa can apply for the newly introduced Zimbabwe Exemption Permit (ZEP).
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Fees
The fees are mentioned below
A fixed service fee of R1550 for every applicant
A biometric clearance fee of R185 (Applicable to all who are 18 years and above)
All adults (18years and over) will pay a total of R1735
All minors (below 18years of age) will pay a total of R1550
Fees are non-refundable once the application is received by VFS Global and Department of Home Affairs.
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Documents Required
Application Category:
- Work - Letter of employment from employer on the company letterhead (if applicable) and certified true by a Commissioner of Oaths (Police Station, Bank, Post Office)
- Own Business – Business Registration Document or Municipal Registration Document
- Study - Institution of Learning Admission Letter, on the Institution letterhead with a stamp. Supporting Documents required
- Duly completed and signed ZEP online form.
- Original Passport valid for 90 calendar days.
- Photocopies of the valid passport
- Photo Copy of the Valid ZEP permit
- Original Bank payment receipt for each applicant (if a cash deposit prepayment is done in our Standard Bank account
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Online Forms
Please click here to complete your online application form.