Australian Work Visa For South Africa
Australian Work Visa For South Africa is an Australian government initiative targeted towards South African citizens. It is an initiative established to ensure that skilled workers can get jobs in Australia, as there is a need for such professionals in that country. For the past decade, a lot of skilled South Africans have been leaving their country, seeking better employment opportunity in developed countries like Canada, the USA and Australia. The program seeks to offer the same opportunities to the citizens of South Africa among other countries.
As an Australian Citizen or Permanent Resident, you can pursue employment in South Africa by applying for one of the many available work visas. However, it’s important to read this article and understand which visa you are eligible for as there is some specific criteria as well as essential conditions that you cannot ignore or compromise.
Australian Visa for South African Citizens
How do I get a visitor visa for Australia on a South African passport?
Australian Visitor Visas allow South African passport holders to travel to Australia for the purpose of tourism, to visit friends or relatives, or as a business visitor.
The Australian visitor visa for South African citizens is valid for 12 months and usually allows for multiple visits during that time.
You are not allowed to do paid work in Australia on these visas.
Dependent on your personal circumstances, the visa that is granted may be for a shorter period than you applied for.
We advise you not to confirm any travel plans or flights until you know the outcome your visa application
Tourist visa for Australia from South Africa, for South African passport holders
On a South African passport you may apply for an Australian tourist visa for the purposes of tourism, holidays, visiting family. You can apply to stay for up to 3, 6 or 12 months in Australia but the length of stay allowed may be less than you apply for.
Please Note:
You will be required to supply a copy of your passport and other supporting information, a list of which will be supplied after registration
Australian Business Visa for South African passport holders
On a South African passport you can apply for an Australian business visitor visa for the purposes business meetings, etc. this excludes paid work in Australia.
You will have to provide proof of the purpose of your travel.
As with the tourist visa application, you will be required to supply a copy of your passport and other supporting information, a list of which will be supplied after registration
What isn’t covered by visitor visas
Only limited study is permitted
Australian visitor visas only allow you to study for a maximum of 3 months. If you wish to study longer, you should look at an Australian Student Visa
You cannot work in Australia
A visitor visa does not allow South African citizens to do paid work during their stay in Australia. South African passport holders cannot apply for working holiday visas, but there are work visa options available. Please contact our offices for information