Study Visa
🇿🇦 South Africa visas · Study
What it is
For full-time study at a recognised South African educational institution, university, university of technology, FET college or accredited school.
Key facts
- Category
- Study
- Duration
- Duration of the course of study, renewable.
- Processing time
- Up to 12 weeks
- Path to permanent residence
- No
- Dependants
- Yes
- Work allowance
- 20 hours per week
- How to apply
- Vac
- Health insurance
- Required
Standard figures for this route. Some applicants pay a reduced fee or none at all, so confirm your own case on the official page.
Fees
- Application fee (Immigration Act §13(1))
- ZAR 425
Key requirements
- Letter of acceptance from a recognised SA institution
- Proof of tuition payment or guarantee
- Proof of sufficient funds (approx ZAR 3,000 per month)
- Medical aid (South African registered scheme)
- Police clearance (if 18 or older)
- Medical and radiological report
Facts checked against the official source. Last updated 30 July 2026.