Critical Skills Work Visa

PR pathway

South Africa · ZA-CSV

Work visa for occupations on the published critical-skills list. Since 9 October 2024 it sits in the points-based system: an occupation on the list scores the full 100 points.

No job offer neededDegree requiredSkills assessmentPoints-tested
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8 wk - 24 wk
Processing time
typical decision
$175
Government fee
per applicant
5 yrs
Validity
58/100
Popularity
route volume

Eligibility requirements

  • Occupation on the critical-skills list (100 points)
  • Recognised qualification + professional registration
  • Police clearance and medical report

Who this route suits

ITEngineeringHealthFinance

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