South Africa Dependent Visa for Bangladeshi

Overview of the South Africa Dependent Visa for Bangladeshi

Note:*You can pay your visa fees through cash.*Visa fees are non-refundable and subject to change*.

Eligibility for South African Dependent Visa

Any Bangladeshi citizen who fulfills the following criteria will be eligible for the South Africa dependent visa:

• A Bangladeshi passport with at least 1 month's validity beyond the intended departure.

• Have a valid invitation letter from a South African family member or host.

• Have a valid flight ticket or proof of flight ticket reservation.

• Have a valid medical report.

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South Africa Dependent Visa Application Process for Bangladeshi Citizens: Step-by-Step Guide

The process for obtaining a South Africa dependent visa from Bangladesh involves several steps. Here's a step-by-step process:

• Step 1: Choose Your Visa Type

  Go to the South Africa Visa Application Center of India website to select your visa type as dependent.

• Step 2: Complete the Application Form

  Download the visa application form. Complete the application form with all the required and relevant information, and then print it and provide your signature.

• Step 3: Gather Required Documents 

  Compile and double-check each document to make sure all required documents are translated and notarized.

• Step 4: Submit Documents

  Submit all documents to the South Africa Visa Application Center in India in person or by your authorized representative. Note that you don’t need to book an appointment for document submission or provide your biometric information at the embassy.

• Step 5: Pay Visa Fees

  Pay your South Africa dependent visa fee at the visa application center in cash.

• Step 6: Visa Decision

  Wait until the embassy reviews your documents and application.

• Step 7: Passport Collection

  After receiving your visa approval email/passport collection mail, collect your passport from the South Africa VAC in Delhi. Your authorized representative can also collect your passport on your behalf.

Required Documents for South Africa Dependent Visa

Bangladeshi applicants must submit the following documents with their South Africa Dependent Visa application: 

1. Passport with at least 1 month's validity beyond the intended date of departure.

2. 2x recent passport-size photograph.

3. A valid invitation letter from the host in South Africa.

4. Completed visa application form-8 (DHA-1738)

5. A cover letter signed by the applicant stating the applicant's name, passport number, and duration of visit. 

6. Your up-to-date bank statement.

7. Applicant's medical report.

8. Proof of accommodation.

9. Police clearance certificate.

10. Proof of one-way air ticket.. 

11. NOC from employer/ school/university.

12. Residence proof of host from South Africa (attested).

13. Valid copy of the host's ID or residential status.

14. Sponsors’ recent bank statement (if sponsored).

15. Applicants under 18 years of age have to provide some additional information and documents.

Note: The embassy may ask for additional documents (if required).

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Critical Considerations

• If you want to get a South African dependent visa from Bangladesh, securing an invitation letter from a South African host/family member is a must. So, make sure your family members send you the invitation right on time to apply for your visa.

• Proof of financial stability strengthens your visa decision. So, make sure both you and your sponsor have enough financial stability to support the trip.

• If, anyhow, the authority realizes you have the intention to stay in South Africa illegally, they will instantly reject your visa. So, properly justify your travel purpose. 

• If the authority finds out that you are providing fake and misleading documents, they can take legal action against you. So, ensure the validity and originality of your documents.