For people who wish to relocate to South Africa, they may be able to do so through either one of the short-term Visa South Africa services or permanent residence permits.

A South African work permit must be obtained if a foreign individual is to live and working in the country for just a limited time. This kind of visa is known as an employer-led temporary residence permit. However, in order to be able to apply for permanent residency in the country, a foreign national in possession of a working permit must remain in South Africa for at least five years.

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If an individual has a spouse who is already a permanent resident of South Africa or if he or she is already a citizen of the country, they can migrate to the country through sponsorship on either a temporary or permanent basis.

A South African retirement visa is given to people who wish to retire to the country. This visa allows an individual to live in the country on a seasonal basis and has a validity of four years. It can be renewed any number of times for a similar period.

If a foreign individual wishes to visit family or friends or just tour the country, a South African visitor visa or tourist visa must be obtained. This category of visa has a validity of up to three months and does not allow the holder to work in the country. However, a short course of study is allowed.