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21 September 2016

New long-term multiple entry visas for academics and business travelers from African nations discussed

The South African Department of Home Affairs (DHA) has extended the period for which visas may be issued to academics and frequent business travelers who hold a passport from an African nation. Effective immediately such individuals may apply for a period of up to 10 years eliminating the need to make an application for each visit.

A Tax Alert prepared by EY's People Advisory Services group, and attached below, provides additional details.

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