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South African Embassy Requirements for Study Visa Applications by Foreign Students

A foreigner who wishes to study in RSA for longer than 3 months requires:

  1. An official letter of provisional enrolment by the learning institute stating the following:

    • Details regarding arranged accommodation, if any.
    • That the applicant has sufficient funds to cover tuition fees, maintenance and incidental costs.
    • In the case of a minor, the particulars of the person in the Republic who will act as the learner’s guardian and proof of consent for the intended stay from both parents or from sole custody parent along with proof of sole custody.
    • The course or academic programme for which the applicant has been accepted and that the applicant has the required qualifications to attend it, including any applicable language proficiency requirement.
    • The undertaking by the learning institute to notify the department when the learner has completed his/her studies.
  2. Proof of funds.
  3. Details regarding accommodation.
  4. In the case of a minor, a letter of consent from parents or guardians.
  5. A letter from person in RSA who will act as guardian.
  6. Proof of qualifications.
  7. Police clearance certificate.
  8. Medical Insurance.

Please Note!

  • Validity of permit may not exceed duration of course.
  • Contact DUAI [see Contact Page] with your details [i.e. completed application form] and we will fax or mail you the required documents.
  • Alternatively phone us at +2721 8560311 and ask for Ml Abubakr Shaibu.