South Africa (Africa)

The South Africa digital nomad visa will allow digital nomads to live in the country for one year.

Digital nomads granted a six-month visa will not be taxed in South Africa if they are from a country with a Double Taxation Agreement (DTA). However, digital nomads from countries with a DTA with South Africa staying longer than 183 days in a 12-month period must register with the South African Revenue Service (SARS) and pay local income tax. Digital nomads from countries that do not have a DTA with South Africa must automatically register for SARS regardless of how long they intend to stay in the country.

South Africa Digital Nomad Visa Requirements

• Valid Passport – Your passport must be valid while applying for the visa

• Work Remotely – You must prove that you work remotely through contracts

• Earn $37,000 USD per year – Applicants must earn at least R650,976 annually to qualify for the South Africa digital nomad visa*

• Clean Criminal Record – You must present a clean criminal background check from your country of residence from the last three years

• Address of Accommodations – You must have a lease or online booking of where you plan to stay in South Africa

Steps to Apply

Step 1: Gather Documents

• Copy of passport

• Passport photos

• Proof of remote work

• Proof of income

• Certified criminal background check

• Address of Accommodations in South Africa

Documents will need to be submitted in English and apostilled when necessary.

Step 2: Attend Visa Appointment

To apply for the South Africa digital nomad visa, you must visit a South African embassy or VFS office in your country of residence.

Depending on the availability of appointments, you could wait up to a couple of months before attending your visa appointment.

You will need to bring your completed visa application along with the required documents. It’s recommended to bring original and copies of documents.

Step 3: Wait for Approval

After attending your visa appointment, you will have to wait a few weeks to receive approval of your South Africa digital nomad visa application. Once approved, you may travel to South Africa.