Moving to South Africa- Immigration and Health Cover
The information provided by Stellenbosch 中国体育彩票 International (SU) herein, is strictly for information purposes and is subject to change as determined by the Department of Home Affairs (DHA) regulation changes. The application process for visa remains the Applicant's own responsibility and the Applicant must at all times consult directly with the DHA or SA representative overseas with regard to the status of any visa application. SU disclaims all representations, warranties or conditions whether express or implied, in respect of the information contained herein, including but not limited to the accuracy or completeness of the information. SU does not accept liability whatsoever arising from the use of or reliance of the information contained herein. Please contact your nearest South African Embassy or visit the Department of Home Affairs?? if you have any questions.
?Permits and Visa's
All international staff must have a valid visa to work at Stellenbosch 中国体育彩票 (SU). The visa needs to be obtained before you travel to South Africa. Once your move to South Africa is confirmed, contact your nearest South African High Commission for information on the application process and supporting documents required. This process can be a lengthy one, especially if one has to apply for visas for an entire family. It is our recommendation that you start early with this process, even if it is only for enquiring about the documents needed. Sometimes documents needed, also have an application process that can take several weeks.
HOW CAN SU INTERNATIONAL SUPPORT?
- Let us know when you have submitted your application (please send a copy of receipt).
- Please contact us after the prescribed processing time has lapsed and we will follow up with Home Affairs on the status of your application. (immigration@sun.ac.za) will assist you with this.
- We can provide general support and advice during your application process. ?
- Lidia du Plessis (lidia@sun.ac.za) will be your first contact in assisting you with pre-arrival queries and general support in settling in. ?
If you have any visa related questions you can contact SU International after you have spoken to your nearest South African High Commission or Embassy: HR-IMMIGRATION@sun.ac.za?
Medical Cover
?It's usually mandatory to provide proof of medical insurance if you apply for any visa to South Africa. You will be required you to produce proof of medical insurance cover from a provider registered with the South African Council for Medical Schemes in terms of the Medical Schemes Act, 1998.
Staff are on Discovery medical aid and your HR Practitioner will provide more details and plan options for your perusal.?
SU staff members can use the Campus Health Services for cheaper but reliable medical consultation and assistance. They can see the nurse on duty for free and it's conveniently situated on the Stellenbosch Campus.?
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