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South Africa: ZEP to General Work Visa
Key Points
- South Africa will no longer require recommendation letters or proof of qualifications for ZEP holders transferring to a General Work Visa
Overview
The government of South Africa has announced that Zimbabwe Exemption Permit (ZEP) holders applying for a General Work Visa (GWV) no longer need to provide a recommendation letter (or ‘labour certificate’) or proof of qualifications evaluated by the South African Qualifications Authority.
Previously, these requirements could delay the application process by up to 28 weeks. This change aims to streamline the GWV application process for ZEP holders and reduce visa backlogs.
Looking Ahead
Continue to check the government of South Africa’s website and Envoy Global’s website for the latest updates and information.
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