Study Permit

A study permit is required by a foreigner who wishes to study in South Africa for a period in excess of 3 months at any educational institution “in good standing with the Department of Home Affairs”. Such institution includes a primary, secondary, tertiary educational institution, or any other bona fide institution of learning such as professional training, cultural, technical, research vocational, sportive, language and entertainment institutions of learning. Although a study permit does not allow the holder to engage in employment in South Africa, it may allow part-time work and practical training related to the field of study of the holder.

Extensions and changes to this permit may be applied for while the holder is in South Africa.