Critical Skills Work Visa

Document Checklist

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Valid Passport

DHA Application Form (BI-1738)

SAQA Foreign Qualification Evaluation

R1,350 per qualification (SAQA fee, 2024)5 years from date of issue

Professional Body Registration CertificateRequired where your occupation has a statutory body

Proof of Work Experience

Medical Certificate (Form BI-811)

R500–R1,200 depending on the practitioner6 months from date of examination

Radiology Report (Chest X-Ray)

R300–R6006 months from date of examination

SA Police Clearance CertificateRequired if you have lived in SA for 12+ consecutive months

R1906 months from date of issue

Police Clearance from Country of Nationality

Proof of Medical Aid / Health Insurance

Passport-Sized Photographs

R40–R80

This checklist is based on the current published requirements. DHA requirements can change — always verify the latest document list directly with VFS Global or DHA before submitting.

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