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October 25, 2024
2024-1962

South Africa provides additional clarifications regarding its new points-based system

On 18 October 2024, the Department of Home Affairs (DHA) issued additional clarifications regarding the new points-based system for certain Work Visas. Effective 9 October 2024, the DHA implemented a new points-based system for Critical Skills and General Work Visa applications. Under this system, the authorities will assess applications based on the applicant's occupation, educational qualification, work experience, language proficiency, income and type of job offer.

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

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