Retired Persons' Visa
Who it's for: For people who want to retire in South Africa and meet the financial requirements.
Information, not immigration advice. This page summarises what the government publishes. Confirm every figure on the official page before you pay or apply.
Last checked 3 Nov 2026
Requirements at a glance
- Job offer needed: No
- Money to show: ZAR 37,000
- Main fee: ZAR 425
- Family can join: Yes
- Decision time: 120 days
Figures and costs
| Item | Amount | In your currency | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Main fee | ZAR 425 | — | dha.gov.zaOfficial · 3 Nov 2026 |
| Money to show | ZAR 37,000 | — | dha.gov.zaOfficial · 3 Nov 2026 |
Figures marked check could not be confirmed on a live official page, or come from a secondary source.
What the official pages say
5 points recorded from official pages. Open a point to see the official wording.
Job offer neededNoOfficial wording
“Retired persons’ permits may be issued to persons who wish to retire in South Africa, provided that such persons comply with the financial requirements provided for in the Immigration Act, 2002 (Act No. 13 of 2002) and its Regulations.”
Money to showZAR 37,000Official wording
“The minimum payment to a foreigner shall be per month, the amount determined from time to time by the Minister, this amount is currently set at R37 000,00.”
Main feeZAR 425Official wording
“Retired person visa (including applications for renewal) 20 R425,00”
Family can joinYesOfficial wording
“The spouse and dependent children accompanying the holder of a retired person visa may be issued with an appropriate visa.”
Decision time120 daysOfficial wording
“Retired Person Visa - Section 20 120 days”
We have not yet recorded: Study place needed; Minimum education; Work experience; Language; Age limit; Salary threshold; Can lead to permanent residence; Occupation list. That does not mean there is no rule — confirm on the official page. Official page.
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