Permanent Residence – Business (s.27(c))
Permanent Residence – Business (s.27(c)) is a residence route in South Africa (Investisseur / golden visa). Establish/invest in a business with ≥ZAR 5m capital (same criteria as business visa, DTIC recommendation, 60% local staff); PR conditional on business continuing for 3 years. DHA fee ZAR 1,520 per applicant.
Residence by investment: compare routes and obligations →Requirements at a glance
The minimum qualifying investment is about CHF 225'000. There is no minimum stay to keep the permit. Spouse and children can usually be included. Permanent residence: after immédiat years. Citizenship can be possible after about 5 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.
| Catégorie | Investisseur / golden visa |
|---|---|
| Investissement | CHF 225'000 |
| Frais (famille) | CHF 210 |
| Revenu / an | — |
| Avoirs | — |
| Séjour min. | 0 |
| Résidence perm. | immédiat |
| Citoyenneté | 5 |
| Travail | yes |
| Éligibles | all |
| Impôts | SA resident (ordinarily resident or 91-day physical test): worldwide income, top 45%, foreign dividends max ~20%, CGT, CFC rules, exit tax |
| État au | 2026-10 |
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