Table of Content

  • Overview of the South Africa Medical Treatment Visa for Bangladeshi

  • Eligibility for South African Medical Treatment Visa

  • South Africa Medical Treatment Visa Application Process for Bangladeshi Citizens: Step-by-Step Guide

  • Required Documents for South Africa Medical Treatment Visa

  • Advantages of Choosing VISAThing

  • Critical Considerations

Visa Type

Medical Treatment (Long Stay Visa)

Maximum Stay

6 months at a time

Submission Location

South Africa Visa Application Center, New Delhi, India

Processing Time

Minimum, 90 days

Appeal Opportunity

Yes

Visa Fee (BDT)

2916

Visa Fee (INR)

1944

VAC Fee (INR)

2040 (Delhi) 

Convenience Fee (INR)

160

Courier Assurance (INR)

885

Our Visa Processing Fee (BDT)

Logistics 30,000+15% VAT

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

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

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

  • Have a letter from a South African medical institution/practitioner.

  • Letter stating the necessity for treatment, period of treatment, and particulars of the treatment plan in the Republic of SA.

  • Have a valid medical report.

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The process for obtaining a South Africa medical treatment 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 medical treatment.
  • 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 medical 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.

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

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

  • One recent passport-size photograph.

  • A valid letter from the South African medical institution/practitioner stating the necessity for treatment, period of treatment, and particulars of the treatment plan in the Republic of South Africa.

  • Completed visa application form(DHA-1738).

  • A cover letter that states the purpose of the visit, the applicant's home address, and contact details.

  • Your up-to-date bank statement.

  • Applicant's medical report.

  • Travel health insurance.

  • Police clearance certificate.

  • Proof of medical cover.

  • Particulars of the person accompanying you.

  • Valid return ticket.

  • Sponsor’s recent bank statement (if sponsored)

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

  • We offer logistics support for the South Africa medical treatment visa, so you don’t need to go to India by yourself.

  • We double-check and make sure all your documents are properly translated and notarized.

  • We safely deliver your passports and documents to India. 

  • Our designated team member will assist you in finding accommodation as per your instructions.

  • We help you get your South African medical treatment visa from Bangladesh without any delay.

  • If you want to get a South African medical treatment visa from Bangladesh, securing a letter from a South African medical institution/practitioner is a must. So, ensure you have a letter stating the necessity for treatment, period of treatment, and particulars of the treatment plan in the Republic of South Africa.

  • Proof of your financial stability determines whether you are financially capable of taking the treatment. It is directly linked to your visa decision.

  • If, anyhow, the authority finds out that you are providing fake and misleading documents and you have the intention to stay in South Africa illegally, they will instantly reject your visa. They can also take legal action against you. So, ensure the validity and originality of your documents.

FAQ for South Africa Visa

How long does it take to process a South African medical treatment 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.