{"id":2016,"date":"2025-05-14T09:07:06","date_gmt":"2025-05-14T09:07:06","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/dirco.gov.za\/losangeles\/?page_id=2016"},"modified":"2025-05-14T09:07:06","modified_gmt":"2025-05-14T09:07:06","slug":"study-visa","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/dirco.gov.za\/brussels\/study-visa\/","title":{"rendered":"STUDY VISA"},"content":{"rendered":"\t\t<div data-elementor-type=\"wp-page\" data-elementor-id=\"2016\" class=\"elementor elementor-2016\" data-elementor-post-type=\"page\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"aux-parallax-section elementor-element elementor-element-b0caecb e-flex e-con-boxed e-con e-parent\" data-id=\"b0caecb\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-e-type=\"container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"e-con-inner\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-dba8862 elementor-widget elementor-widget-heading\" data-id=\"dba8862\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"heading.default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<h2 class=\"elementor-heading-title elementor-size-default\">Study Visa<\/h2>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<div class=\"aux-parallax-section elementor-element elementor-element-7da2a85 e-flex e-con-boxed e-con e-parent\" data-id=\"7da2a85\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-e-type=\"container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"e-con-inner\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-5142d53 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"5142d53\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor elementor-94\" data-elementor-type=\"wp-page\" data-elementor-id=\"94\" data-elementor-post-type=\"page\"><section class=\"elementor-section elementor-top-section elementor-element elementor-element-d60612c elementor-section-stretched elementor-section-boxed elementor-section-height-default elementor-section-height-default\" data-id=\"d60612c\" data-element_type=\"section\" data-settings=\"{&quot;stretch_section&quot;:&quot;section-stretched&quot;}\"><div class=\"elementor-container elementor-column-gap-default\"><div class=\"elementor-column elementor-col-100 elementor-top-column elementor-element elementor-element-5ed4f42f\" data-id=\"5ed4f42f\" data-element_type=\"column\"><div class=\"elementor-widget-wrap elementor-element-populated\"><div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-48b6d655 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"48b6d655\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\"><div class=\"elementor-widget-container\"><div class=\"page-contents\"><p><em>This is a kind of a visa issued to foreigners intending to take up studies in South Africa.<\/em><\/p><p>Also see, In case of a learner under the age of 18 years.<\/p><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-1e3533f elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"1e3533f\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\"><div class=\"elementor-widget-container\"><div class=\"page-contents attention\"><p><strong>Important Information on Applying for South African Visas<\/strong><\/p><p>Applicants for visas will be required to apply in person at the South African mission. No appointment necessary.<\/p><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-6cc55f3 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"6cc55f3\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\"><div class=\"elementor-widget-container\"><div class=\"page-contents attention\"><p><strong>PLEASE NOTE:<\/strong><\/p><p>IN ORDER TO COMPLY WITH REGULATION 2(1) (A) OF THE IMMIGRATION ACT OF 2014, ONLY MACHINE READABLE TRAVEL DOCUMENTS (MRTDs) WILL BE ACCEPTED ON SUBMISSION OF VISA APPLICATIONS AND AT PORT OF ENTRY. THEREFORE, NO EXTENDED PASSPORTS WILL BE ACCEPTED.<\/p><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-1a5648d elementor-widget-divider--view-line elementor-widget elementor-widget-divider\" data-id=\"1a5648d\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"divider.default\"><div class=\"elementor-widget-container\"><div class=\"elementor-divider\">\u00a0<\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-949169c no-margin elementor-widget elementor-widget-heading\" data-id=\"949169c\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"heading.default\"><div class=\"elementor-widget-container\"><h3 class=\"elementor-heading-title elementor-size-default\">Checklist of Documents to be Submitted:<\/h3><\/div><\/div><div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-ed436c3 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"ed436c3\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\"><div class=\"elementor-widget-container\"><div class=\"page-contents\"><ul><li>Machine-readable valid passport with at least two (2) unused (blank) pages labeled\u00a0<em>Visa<\/em>\u00a0when presented at the Embassy or Consulate; one page for affixing the visa or permit by the embassy\/consulate and the other page for endorsement of entry\/departure stamp by the South African Immigration Services. Passport must be valid for 30 more days after the intended return date from South Africa.<p><strong>PLEASE NOTE:<\/strong>\u00a0In order to comply with Regulation 2(1) (A) of the Immigration\u00a0Act of 2014,\u00a0only machine-readable travel documents (MRTDs) will be accepted on submission of visa applications and at Port of Entry. Therefore, no extended passports will be accepted.<\/p><\/li><li>Certified\/notarized copy of bio page of the passport<\/li><li>A duly completed application form\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/dirco.gov.za\/losangeles\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/82\/2025\/05\/dha-1738.pdf\">DHA-1738<\/a>\u00a0signed by the applicant<\/li><li>Two (2) passport photos with white or light background<\/li><li>Proof of itinerary\/reservation of round trip air tickets. Please do not purchase air tickets until you obtain a South African visa.<\/li><li>Proof of financial means in the form of recent three months bank statements\u00a0<strong>stamped<\/strong>\u00a0by the bank, and notarized letter from the parents stating the financial responsibility.<\/li><li>Proof of sufficient financial means available to the learner while in South Africa<\/li><li>Certified copy of ID of the person taking financial responsibility, with three months statement and stamped letter from the bank.<\/li><li>Certified\/notarized copy of proof of U.S. legal status (I-20 for F1 visa holders, copy of green card etc).<\/li><li>Proof of hotel accommodation (confirmed hotel reservation) or a letter of invitation from the host with proof of address (relative or friend) in South Africa<\/li><li>Proof of host\u2019s legal status in South Africa (copy of I.D. Book\/ passport if South African citizen) or copy of passport and a copy of visa or residence status in South Africa, certified by the South African Police Service.<\/li><li>Proof of physical address and contact number of the adult person residing in South Africa, who is acting or has accepted to act as the learner\u2019s guardian, including a confirmatory letter from that guardian<\/li><li>A non-refundable fee of\u00a0\u00a0<strong>$36.00 money order<\/strong>\u00a0for processing<\/li><li>A yellow fever vaccination certificate if that person traveled or intends traveling from or transiting through a\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/dirco.gov.za\/losangeles\/yellow-fever-belt\/\">yellow fever<\/a>\u00a0endemic area.<\/li><li><a href=\"https:\/\/dirco.gov.za\/losangeles\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/82\/2025\/05\/medical-certificate.pdf\">Medical report<\/a>\u00a0on prescribed form (physical). The certificate must not be older than six (6) months at the time the applicant submits an application.<\/li><li><a href=\"https:\/\/dirco.gov.za\/losangeles\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/82\/2025\/05\/radiological-report.pdf\">Radiological report<\/a>\u00a0on prescribed form (chest X-ray). The radiological report is not required in respect of children under the age of 12 years or a pregnant woman. The certificate must not be older than six (6) months at the time the applicant submits an application.<\/li><li><strong>Original<\/strong>\u00a0FBI certificate (full criminal background check report) and\u00a0<strong>original\u00a0<\/strong>police clearance certificate from each country where the relevant applicant resided for 12 months or longer after attaining the age of 18 years in respect of criminal records or the character of that applicant, which certificate shall not be older than six months at the time of its submission.<\/li><li>Notarized copy of the birth certificate<\/li><li>Proof of medical cover renewed annually for the period of study with a medical scheme registered in terms of the Medical Schemes Act.<\/li><li>An official letter from the institution in South Africa confirming acceptance and duration of the course\u00a0<strong>with a school\/varsity seal or college official stamp<\/strong><\/li><\/ul><ul><li>A stamped official letter of enrolment from the institution of learning concerned in the U.S. if applicable.<\/li><li>Proof of payment of the applicable fee.<\/li><li>In addition to the above requirements, in the case of a foreign state accepting responsibility for the applicant in terms of a bilateral agreement:<ul><li>A stamped, written undertaking from such foreign state to pay for the departure of the applicant<\/li><\/ul><\/li><li>In addition, an undertaking by the Registrar or Principal of the learning institution to:<ul><li>Provide proof of registration as contemplated in the relevant legislation within 60 days of registration;<\/li><\/ul><p>or<\/p><\/li><\/ul><ul><li>In the event of failure to register by the closing date, provide the Director-General with; a notification of failure to register within 7 days of the closing date of registration;<\/li><li>Within 30 days, notify the Director-General that the applicant is no longer registered with such an institution; and<\/li><li>Within 30 days, notify the Director-General when the applicant has completed his or her studies or requires to extend such period of study<\/li><\/ul><ul><li>In the case of a minor, a notarized letter of consent from the parent is required.<\/li><li>Certified copies of proof of adoption\/legal guardianship\/birth certificate where applicable<\/li><li><strong>Attention New York Applicants:\u00a0<\/strong>The South African Consulate General in New York will no longer accept prepaid envelope\/labels from FedEx and UPS with immediate effect.\u00a0<strong>Applicants are welcome to enclose only US Postal Service self-addressed, pre-paid courier envelope for this office to facilitate return services.<\/strong><\/li><li><strong>Attention Washington, DC Applicants:\u00a0<\/strong>\u00a0With immediate effect, the South African Embassy in Washington, DC will no longer accept a $16.00 fee to facilitate return services, but will accept a prepaid envelope with a tracking number from either FedEx or US Postal Service.<\/li><li>Processing time for long visas exceeding 90 days may take up to 3 to 4 weeks.<\/li><li>Where to submit your\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/dirco.gov.za\/losangeles\/application\/\">application<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-5b2a93a elementor-widget-divider--view-line elementor-widget elementor-widget-divider\" data-id=\"5b2a93a\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"divider.default\"><div class=\"elementor-widget-container\"><div class=\"elementor-divider\">\u00a0<\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-d01a3fa elementor-widget elementor-widget-heading\" data-id=\"d01a3fa\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"heading.default\"><div class=\"elementor-widget-container\"><h2 class=\"elementor-heading-title elementor-size-default\">IN CASE OF A LEARNER UNDER THE AGE OF 18 YEARS<\/h2><\/div><\/div><div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-f26f9cf elementor-widget elementor-widget-spacer\" data-id=\"f26f9cf\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"spacer.default\"><div class=\"elementor-widget-container\"><div class=\"elementor-spacer\"><div class=\"elementor-spacer-inner\">\u00a0<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-2d481e1 elementor-widget elementor-widget-heading\" data-id=\"2d481e1\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"heading.default\"><div class=\"elementor-widget-container\"><h3 class=\"elementor-heading-title elementor-size-default\">Checklist of Documents to be Submitted:<\/h3><\/div><\/div><div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-1c78898 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"1c78898\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\"><div class=\"elementor-widget-container\"><div class=\"page-contents\"><ul><li>an unabridged birth certificate<\/li><\/ul><ul><li>proof of itinerary\/reservation of round trip air tickets. Please do not purchase air tickets until you obtain a South African visa.<\/li><li>proof of physical address and contact number of the adult person residing in South Africa, who is acting or has accepted to act as the learner\u2019s guardian, including a confirmatory letter from that guardian<\/li><li><strong>stamped<\/strong>\u00a0proof of sufficient financial means available to the learner while in South Africa<\/li><li>An official letter from the institution in South Africa confirming acceptance and duration of the course\u00a0<strong>with a school\/varsity seal or college official stamp<\/strong><\/li><li>Certified copy of ID of the person taking financial responsibility, with three months statement and\u00a0<strong>stamped\u00a0<\/strong>from the bank.<\/li><li><strong>Attention New York Applicants:<\/strong>\u00a0The South African Consulate General in New York will no longer accept prepaid envelope\/labels from FedEx and UPS with immediate effect.\u00a0<strong>Applicants are welcome to enclose only USPS self-addressed, pre-paid courier envelope for this office to facilitate return services.<\/strong><\/li><li><strong>Attention Washington, DC Applicants:\u00a0<\/strong>\u00a0With immediate effect, the South African Embassy in Washington, DC will no longer accept a $16.00 fee to facilitate return services, but will accept a prepaid envelope with a tracking number from either FedEx or US Postal Service.<\/li><li>Processing time for long visas exceeding 90 days may take up to 3 to 4 weeks.<\/li><li>Where to submit your\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/dirco.gov.za\/losangeles\/application\/\">application<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-c5684e3 elementor-widget elementor-widget-spacer\" data-id=\"c5684e3\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"spacer.default\"><div class=\"elementor-widget-container\"><div class=\"elementor-spacer\"><div class=\"elementor-spacer-inner\">\u00a0<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/section><\/div>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Study Visa This is a kind of a visa issued to foreigners intending to take up studies in South Africa. 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