Frequently asked questions
We are based in the Mother City, Cape Town. A city that offers its all – the beaches, mountains, countryside and amazing great food. The people in South Africa are great and it is truly a rainbow nation.
If you would like to work in South Africa the laws are strict in relation to work visas and employment quotas.
If you want to change roles in South Africa we can help you but you need to be a resident or permanent resident of South Africa or if the hiring company is willing to sponsor your visa. Note visa sponsorship is a lengthy and costly process and most companies will only do this for very specific or specialized roles.
A beautiful country.
Great food & beverage culture.
Eating out is good value compared to many other countries.
Salaries are good for South Africa as cost of living is considered to be lower than many other countries. But costs are rising like all countries.
Income is taxed.
Maximum working hours is 45hrs a week before overtime. Will vary according to contract.
Safety can be a concern in certain areas.
The country has load shedding at certain times e.g no electricity a few hours a day.
Note this information is just for reference and information may change.
https://www.intergate-immigration.com/blog/work-permit-south-africa/
https://www.expatistan.com/cost-of-living/country/south-africa
https://www.expatica.com/za/moving/about/cost-of-living-in-south-africa-1167470/
