Zimbabwe Exemption Permits

10/08/2024

Newsflash!

Dr. Leon Schreiber, Minister of Home Affairs, has issued a directive for general work visa applicants who hold a valid Zimbabwe Exemption Permit. The directive waives the requirement to submit a letter issued by the Department of Employment and Labour, as well as the requirement to provide proof that their qualifications have been evaluated by SAQA.

The waiver applies to all General Work Visa applications submitted before, on, or after 06 August 2024 by a holder of a valid Zimbabwe Exemption Permit.

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11/01/2023

ZEP Holders, you have until 30 June 2023 to regularise your status!

This leaves less than 6 months to get your affairs in order as there will be no other extension granted.

Xpatweb has obtained over 2,000 work visas in the past 3 years of the same special category announced by the Minister as suitable for ZEP holders.

As a provider of specialist work visa services to some of South Africa’s largest corporates and families you can expect premium assistance from our team of specialists on direction and clarification on the correct process to follow.

Get in touch with us today: https://zepexemption.co.za/

14/12/2022

According to the Immigration Act of 2002, ZEP holders have until 30 June 2023 to apply for a mainstream visa. This is subject to meeting the minimum qualifying criteria and meeting the requirements for an alternative visa category.

No further concession will be allowed, and as such, ZEP holders will no longer be able to extend their permits in terms of this special dispensation.

Apply for a mainstream visa category or speak to us about your options: https://zepexemption.co.za/

07/12/2022

ZEP Holders, do you have questions related to regularising your status?

A further 6-month grace period, ending 30 June 2023, was granted as a last chance to allow ZEP holders to regularise their status by applying for a mainstream visa category. This was announced on 2 September 2022 by the Minister of the Department of Home Affairs.

We aim to answer all of your burning questions and provide some clarity on the options available.

Have your questions answered here: https://zepexemption.co.za/frequently-asked-questions/

01/12/2022

ZEP Holders, are you aware of the scams when it comes to fraudulent visas?

Mpho Ndimande (Expatriate Solutions Specialist) warns of the cautions that ZEP holders should take into consideration when it comes to applying for invalid mainstream visas.

Contact Mpho and her team for assistance with applying for a mainstream visa: [email protected]

28/11/2022

ZEP Holders, did you know that this is the opportune time to apply for a mainstream visa?

In this short video, Mpho Ndimande (Expatriate Solutions Specialist) explains how her team can seamlessly assist with an intra-company transfer visa application.

Contact her team today: [email protected].

28/11/2022

The Zimbabwean special dispensation started in 2009 and was called the Dispensation for Zimbabwe Permit ( ). This allowed Zimbabweans who were residing in South Africa, to legalise their status for work, study or legal business without prejudice. This dispensation was issued for a five-year period.

Currently, the issued in 2017 are valid until 30 June 2023, following the 6-month extension announcement made by the Minister of the Department of Home Affairs on 2 September 2022.

Find out more about the history of ZEP here: https://zepexemption.co.za/the-history-behind-the-zimbabwean-exemption-permit-zep/

25/11/2022

The financial independent permit allows high net worth individual ZEP holders of any age the ideal opportunity to remain in South Africa on a permanent basis.

Watch this video as our Mpho Ndimande (Expatriate Solution Specialist) explains the process of applying for a financial independent permit.

Are you looking to apply for a financial independent permit? Let’s discuss your next steps.

Reach out to us: [email protected].

24/11/2022

Do you qualify for a retired persons visa?

The retired persons visa can only issued to retirees. You are further required to prove that you have a monthly income amounting to R 37 000, either in assets or your pension fund.

Watch Mpho Ndimande (Expatriate Solution Specialist) as she gives a brief explanation of the nuances and the process of applying for a retired persons visa.

Find out more about the retired persons visa by reaching out to us:
[email protected].

23/11/2022

Are you a ZEP holder looking to set-up a business in South Africa?

A is just what you need! In this video, Mpho Ndimande (Expatriate Solutions Specialist), explains the requirements of applying for a business visa in South Africa.

For more information on this topic or to discuss your options, contact Mpho and her team at: [email protected]

21/11/2022

Are you eligible to apply for a study visa, as a ZEP holder?

A study visa allows you to reside in the Republic whilst studying at a South African institution of primary, secondary or tertiary education for the duration of your studies. Watch Mpho Ndimande (Expatriate Solution Specialist) as she explains the requirements to apply for a study visa.

As the largest immigration practice in South Africa, our team can handle the process of applying for a study visa effectively and seamlessly.

For more information, or for assistance in applying for a mainstream visa, reach out to us: [email protected]

17/11/2022

Is your business desperate to find skilled workers?

If so, listen to Marisa Jacobs’ (Managing Director at Xpatweb) recent interview with Gugulethu Mfuphi on KayaFM, where she discussed why businesses are desperate for skilled workers; and encouraged corporates to take part in the Critical Skills survey to change the current landscape.

Read more here: https://www.xpatweb.com/news/increased-global-hiring-and-talent-shortages-bode-poorly-for-sa-critical-skills/

16/11/2022

In case you missed it!

Olwen South (Bruss), General Manager of Immigration at Xpatweb, recently had a conversation with Aubrey Masango on Radio 702 to discuss how ZEP holders can benefit from submitting an application for a qualifying Visa instead of waiting for the grace period to expire.

Read more here: https://www.xpatweb.com/news/sa-visas-may-give-zep-holders-the-best-chance-of-staying-in-sa/

16/11/2022

Zimbabwean Exemption Permit (ZEP) holders should take advantage of the 6-month extension granted by the South African government to apply for a mainstream visa or exemption. This is according to Marisa Jacobs, Managing Director at Xpatweb, an expatriate and international mobility services firm.

A ZEP holder only has to look at the limiting conditions reflected in their passport to realise the benefits of applying for a visa. First, they do not have the right to seek permanent residence in South Africa, regardless of how long they remain in the country.

Applying for a visa for which they qualify presents the possibility of one day enjoying permanent residence.

As featured in Moneyweb and Polity.

Read more here: https://www.xpatweb.com/news/sa-visas-may-give-zep-holders-the-best-chance-of-staying-in-sa/

Zimbabwean Exemption Permit (ZEP) holders should take advantage of the 6-month granted by the South African government to apply for a mainstream visa or exemption. This is according to Marisa Jacobs, Managing Director at Xpatweb, an expatriate and international mobility services firm.

A holder only has to look at the limiting conditions reflected in their passport to realise the benefits of applying for a . First, they do not have the right to seek permanent residence in South Africa, regardless of how long they remain in the country.

Applying for a visa for which they qualify presents the possibility of one day enjoying permanent residence.

As featured in Moneyweb and Polity.

Read more here: https://www.xpatweb.com/news/sa-visas-may-give-zep-holders-the-best-chance-of-staying-in-sa/

14/11/2022

Skilled ZEP Holders, did you know that you can apply for a Critical Skills Work Visa?

Listen to Mpho Ndimande (Expatriate Solution Specialist) as she explains the requirements and qualifications needed to apply for this mainstream visa.

Find out more about the mainstream visas you can apply for as a ZEP holder: https://www.xpatweb.com/annual-critical-skills-survey-portal/

10/11/2022

ZEP holders, do you know that you may qualify for a relatives visa?

In this short video, Expatriate Solutions Specialist, Mpho Ndimande, explains the nuances related to the relatives visa process.

As the largest immigration practice in South Africa and, due to our good standing with the Department of Home Affairs, our team can handle the process of applying for a mainstream visa, seamlessly and effectively.

For more information, and for assistance connect with us: [email protected]

08/11/2022

ZEP holders have been granted a grace period to 30 June 2023 to apply for a visa under an alternative category (subject to minimum qualifying criteria).

One of the mainstream visas ZEP holders could qualify for is the spousal or life partner visa, with work authorisation. In this video, Mpho Ndimande explains what a spousal or life partner visa is, how one would qualify and how long it is valid for.

For more information, get in touch with us at [email protected], and we will gladly assist.

31/10/2022

ZEP holders, this is the last chance to regularise your status. This follows the Minister of the Department of Home Affairs’ announcement of a further 6-month ZEP extension.

Listen to Mpho Ndimande (Expatriate Solutions Specialist) as she discusses the next steps and options available for ZEP holders.

For more information on this topic or to discuss your options, contact Mpho and her team at [email protected].

Listen to more FAQs here: https://youtu.be/9_VBeFvBcw4