General Work Visa

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Valid Passport

DHA Application Form (BI-1738)

Signed Employment Contract

DOEL Certificate (Labour Market Test)

Employer's Company Registration Documents

SAQA Foreign Qualification Evaluation

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

Medical Certificate (Form BI-811)

R500–R1,2006 months from date of examination

Radiology Report (Chest X-Ray)

R300–R6006 months

Police Clearance Certificates

SA: R190 | Foreign: varies6 months from date of issue

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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