Spousal / Relative's Visa and family PR
Spousal / Relative's Visa and family PR is a residence route in South Africa (Familie). Spouse/life partner or 1st-step relative of SA citizen/PR; financial undertaking by sponsor (relative's visa min. ~ZAR 8,500/month); spouse may apply for work endorsement. PR after 5 yrs of good-faith spousal relationship (s.26(b)).
Requirements at a glance
You need an annual income of about CHF 4'590. There is no minimum stay to keep the permit. Spouse and children can usually be included. Permanent residence: after 5 years. Citizenship can be possible after about 10 years.
How holders are taxed
SA resident (ordinarily resident or 91-day physical test): worldwide income, top 45%, foreign dividends max ~20%, CGT, CFC rules, exit tax
Next steps
Check the official page for the current rules and fees, compare this route with the other programmes on the interactive map, and talk to a licensed immigration lawyer or authorised agent before applying.
| Kategori | Familie |
|---|---|
| Investering | — |
| Gebyrer (familie) | — |
| Indkomst / år | CHF 4'590 |
| Formue | — |
| Min. ophold | 0 |
| PR | 5 |
| Statsborgerskab | 10 |
| Arbejde | no |
| Berettiget | all |
| Skat | SA resident (ordinarily resident or 91-day physical test): worldwide income, top 45%, foreign dividends max ~20%, CGT, CFC rules, exit tax |
| Pr. | 2026-10 |
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