REMOTE WORK VISA
If you wish to reside in South Africa while working for a foreign based employer, you may be eligible for the Remote Work Visa, which was introduced in South Africa in 2023. The Remote Work Visa requires a valid contract of employment and proof that you receive an annual salary of not less than ZAR 650, 976.
If you spend more than 183 days in South Africa during any 12-month period or are the national of a country without an agreement for the prevention of double taxation, you may be liable to register for tax in South Africa. Lee & Truter Attorneys highly recommends that prospective applicants consult with a South African tax practitioner to ensure compliance.
Key Features of the Remote Work Visa
- Valid for three years at a time
- Renewable from within South Africa
- Does not allow you to change to a different visa category from within South Africa
- Does not provide a pathway to permanent residence
- Allows immediate family members to accompany the holder to South Africa
