Get a South Africa Visa

Business Visa Application Requirements for a South Africa Visa

1. Passport

   The applicant´s actual passport. The passport must:

   • Be in good condition. Not be damaged in any way
   • Be valid at least 30 days beyond exit date
   • Have at least two blank visa pages
   • Must be machine-readable
      

2. Photograph(s)

   You must provide two colour, passport type photographs that meet the following criteria:

   • Be taken within the last three months and printed on high quality photo paper
   • Be taken against an all white background
   • Be 35 mm by 45mm in size
   • Provide the full frontal view of your head with your face centered in the middle and displaying a neutral (non-smiling) expression
   • You may wear neither spectacles nor headwear except for religious purposes
   • Your photos should not be affixed to your application and they may not display evidence of adhesive or staples

3. Business Introduction Letter

   An original letter of introduction from the applicant's employer in Mexico. This letter must:

   • Be on company letterhead paper
   • Include the name of the applicant, passport number, profession and job's position
   • Specify the purpose of journey
   • Include the name of the organisation(s) to be visited
   • Include an acceptance of financial responsibility for the applicant
   • Be signed by the applicant's supervisor or the company's HR department

4. Letter of Invitation

   An original letter of invitation from the company the applicant is visiting. This letter must:

   • Be on company letterhead paper
   • Include the name and passport number of the applicant
   • Specify the purpose of journey
   • Include the name, address and thelephone number of the organisation(s) to be visited
   • Include an acceptance of financial responsibility for the applicant
   • Bear company's seal and signature
     

5. Proof of Financial Means

   Evidence of available funds must be provided as :

   • A copy of the applicant's last three payslips
   • A copy of the applicant's last three bank statements.

    If the host is paying for the cost of the applicant's trip, a support letter must be provided. This letter must:

   • Be written by the host
   • Include an acceptance of financial responsibility for the applicant
   • Be signed by the host

    

6. Proof of Travel Arrangements

   Details of travel arrangements. This must be provided as:

   • A copy of the flight confirmation showing onward/return travel
   • A copy of the hotel confirmation

7. Yellow Fever Certificate

   This must be provided as a copy of the yellow fever certificate

8. Proof of Residency

   A copy of the applicant's valid ID (IFE or INE)

9. Visa Application Form

   One fully completed and signed application form

10. CIBTvisas Order Form

    Complete and submit with your other materials one CIBTvisas Order Form.

11. Accompanying Travellers

    Applicants travelling with minors and/or spouses must provide a support letter for each of the accompanying members. This must:

    • Include an acceptance of financial responsibility for the accompanying member
    • Be signed and dated by the applicant

     

12. Married Applicants

    Married applicants must provide a copy of the marriage certificate. In case of divorced applicants a divorced certificate must be provided