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Old Oct 13, 2020 | 1:56 am
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acucobol
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Originally Posted by acucobol
https://www.tourismupdate.co.za/arti...ess-travellers

Looks like business access requests have been ignored en masse to date but may get some attention soon. A 24 hour turn around time would be absolutely fine for my purposes.

I received this response today.

Dear Applicant,

Your e-mail is hereby acknowledged.

Kindly note that the following to ensure your request is processed.

1. This email address only deals with foreign nationals who wish to enter SA for BUSINESS PURPOSES ONLY and are coming from a High Risk country.

Please ensure that your request contains the following:-

1.1. a fully motivated letter on why your travel to SA is essential; and

1.2. all the necessary supporting documents such as:-
(a) Copy of Passports and /or temporary residence visa
(b) Proof of business activity to be undertaken in the Republic
(c) Proof of travel itinerary
(d) Proof of address or accomodation in the Republic

We endevour to process your request as soon possible taking into conisderation the high volume of request being received and submission being made to the Minister.

Any mail received that falls out of the category mentioned above will not be attended to.

__________________________________________________ _______

Additional information

2. The High Risk countries list can be found on the DHA website , please consult the website. Those who have long term valid visas from these countries will be allowed entry into SA. They do not require permission to enter SA. Those who qualify to apply for a long term visa may apply for the visa via the mission, as all visa services at our missions are open.

3. No visits for leisure will be allowed into SA under level 1 lock down for anyone coming from a high risk country.

4. SA citizens and Permanent Residence holders do not need permission to enter SA.


NB: Covid negative test not older than 72 hours is needed when entering SA

Kind regards
DHA Business Travel Team
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