South Africa Digital Nomad Visa
digital nomad visa
Minimum income
€3,100 / month
Duration
36 months
Renewable
No
Family eligible
Yes
Processing
~60 days
Tax residency
optional
Why this visa
- Launched 2024
- Up to 36 months
- Tax exemption if <6 months in any 12-month period
How to apply for the South Africa Digital Nomad Visa
Verify eligibility
Confirm you earn at least €3,100 per month from non-Südafrika sources. Gather 3-6 months of bank statements or invoices as proof.
Gather documents
Valid passport (12+ months remaining), clean criminal record, health insurance covering the destination, proof of accommodation, proof of remote employment or contracts.
Submit application
Apply through the official portal or your nearest Südafrika consulate. Pay the application fee (typically €50-300).
Wait for processing
Processing takes around 60 days. Some consulates request additional documents during this period.
Travel and register
Once approved, travel to Südafrika and register locally within the first 30-90 days as instructed on your approval letter.
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Frequently asked
- Welches Einkommen erfordert das South Africa Digital Nomad Visa?
- 3,100 Euro pro Monat, mit Anpassungen für Angehörige.
- Wie lange ist das South Africa Digital Nomad Visa gültig?
- 36 Monate bei Erstausstellung, nicht verlängerbar.
- Kann Familie auf dem South Africa Digital Nomad Visa mitkommen?
- Ja, Ehepartner und unterhaltsberechtigte Kinder sind berechtigt.