Overview of the South Africa Retired Person / Retirement Visa

Purpose icon

Purpose

Legal stay of retired professionals

Visa Validity icon

Visa Validity

Maximum 4 years

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Maximum Stay

Up to 4 years

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Processing Time

Minimum, 90 days

Note

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

Multiple Entry

Eligibility for South African Retired Person Visa

Bangladeshi Citizens icon

Bangladeshi Citizens

Must be a Bangladeshi citizen holding a valid passport (with at least 1 month validity beyond the intended departure).

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Minimum Income Requirement

Must have a minimum monthly net worth of R37,000

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Health Insurance

Must have valid health insurance covering the stay in South Africa.

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

Step 1: Choose Your Visa Type icon

Step 1: Choose Your Visa Type

  • Visit the South Africa Visa Application Center (VAC) website in India.

  • Select Retired Person as your tourist visa category.

Step 2: Complete the Application Form icon

Step 2: Complete the Application Form

  • Download and complete the visa application form with accurate information.

  • Print and sign the form.

Step 3: Prepare Documents icon

Step 3: Prepare Documents

  • Collect all required documents.

  • Translate and notarize documents where necessary.

  • Review everything before submission.

Step 4: Submit Documents icon

Step 4: Submit Documents

  • Submit your application to the South Africa VAC in India.

  • Submission can be done in person or through an authorized representative.

  • No appointment or biometrics are required.

Step 5: Pay Visa Fees icon

Step 5: Pay Visa Fees

  • Pay the visa fee at the VAC (cash payment) for your Retired Person visa.

Step 6: Visa Decision icon

Step 6: Visa Decision

  • Wait for the embassy to process your application.

Step 7: Passport Collection icon

Step 7: Passport Collection

  • Collect your passport from the South Africa VAC in New Delhi after notification.

  • An authorized representative may collect it on your behalf.

Required Documents for South Africa Retired Person Visa

There are no requirements.

Note

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

Tips for a Successful South Africa Retired Person Visa

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Meet the Financial Requirement

Ensure you meet the required minimum monthly net income set by the authorities.

Submit Authentic Documents icon

Submit Authentic Documents

Provide only genuine and accurate documents to avoid rejection or legal consequences.

Why Choose VISAThing for South Africa Retired Person Visa?

We offer logistics support for the South African retired persons visa, so you don’t need to go to India by yourself. icon

We offer logistics support for the South African retired persons visa, so you don’t need to go to India by yourself.

We check, prepare, and arrange your documents cautiously before submitting them to the South Africa VAC.  icon

We check, prepare, and arrange your documents cautiously before submitting them to the South Africa VAC.

We make sure that your passports, documents, and information are safe with us. icon

We make sure that your passports, documents, and information are safe with us.

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We find accommodation in India, considering your requirements.

We minimize the chances of visa rejection and make sure you get your visa on time. icon

We minimize the chances of visa rejection and make sure you get your visa on time.

FAQ for South Africa Retired Person / Retirement Visa Visa

Is there any specific requirement for a South African retirement/retired person visa?

Yes, you must meet the criteria of having a minimum monthly net worth of R37000.00 set by the ministry.

How long does it take to process a South Africa retired person visa for Bangladeshi citizens?

Usually, it takes a minimum of 90 working days from the day of document submission at the South Africa VAC in India.