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Migration Mozambique Goes Online

There is exciting news, Mozambique has announced the development of an eVisa platform, built from scratch by the Mozambique Government. The Mozambiquan government hopes that these positive changes to their immigration system will bring more tourism and economic growth to the country.

Workshops with Government Officials

In the month of September, we had the benefit of attending two important workshops with government officials. Both sessions provided important insights from first-hand sources.

Digital Nomad Visas: How South Africa Has to Get This Right

When South Africa implements a Digital Nomad Visa, they need to get it right! In this article, we outline what a Digital Nomad Visa is, the standard international requirements and trends, and what South Africa should be doing in order to launch their best visa option possible.

Critical Skills Rejections: Candidate Status Not Good Enough

We have noticed a practical challenge emerging from the Critical Skills List that affects many foreigners trying to apply to work in South Africa. In this video and article we detail this issue and suggest a potential fix to the Department of Home Affairs.

Things to keep in mind after receiving your visa

IBN provides you with a video detailing all of things you should keep in mind after successfully submitting for your visa.

The Role of Professional Bodies in South Africa

This article explores the role of professional bodies and provides examples of professional bodies in South Africa.

Visa Application: How to get certified copies in some common countries

We explain what a certified copy is, and how to acquire one.

Visa Application: Information on VFS and Embassies

Explaining what a VFS centre is, an embassy, and the different roles they play in your immigration journey.

Urgent Immigration Update – Directive 12 of 2021

This article breaks down the recent Immigration Directive 12 of 2021 issued by the South African Department of Home Affairs. If you are a foreign national residing in SA, take note of these important temporary travel concessions.

IMMIGRATION NEWS FROM AFRICA – November 2021

Read our latest publication on Immigration News from Africa. In this article we discuss:

Angola– Embassy operating times and Short Stay Visa Extensions
Namibia – Application requirements
Ghana – Covid test requirements
Tanzania – Wok permit application durations

Expected Critical Skills List in South Africa 2021

The South African Critical Skills List was last updated in 2014. The list has been updated in 2021, adding new skills and qualification requirements. Does your job fall under the CSL?

What is the Critical Skills List in South Africa?

We are expecting the new Critical Skills List in South Africa to be published any week now and we want to make sure you know what this is and why ...