How to get a South Africa visa from Laos

• A South African tourist visa is often issued to foreigners visiting South Africa for sightseeing and tourism.
• Laotians who intend to travel to South Africa for tourism and visitation can apply for this visa.
• A complete and signed South Africa tourist visa application form is required.
• Laotians who wish to extend their stay in South Africa can apply for an extension of stay 60 days before the expiry of their existing visa.
• A certificate of yellow fever vaccination should be provided.
• A passport valid for 30 more days after your departure from South Africa and two blank pages for visa endorsement stamps.
• A certified copy of the applicant's passport bio page.
• Two recently taken passport photographs with white backgrounds.
• Proof of legal status.
• Proof of reservations for round trip air tickets.
• A letter of invitation from a friend or a relative in South Africa.
• proof of accommodation in South Africa.
• A recent bank statement, not more than three months to show proof of sufficient funds.
• A document stating the applicant's purpose and duration of stay must be provided.
• If the applicant is a minor, a consent letter must be written and signed by the parents or legal guardian.
• A certified copy of the applicant's birth certificate (if the applicant is a minor).

• South Africa student visa is issued to foreigners who intend to study in any of the authorized academic institutions in South Africa.
• A valid passport with six months validity and blank visa pages is required.
• An acceptance letter from the university in South Africa and duration of course.
• Proof of application payment.
• Confirmation of registration.
• Proof of medical coverage valid for the duration of stay in South Africa.
• A police clearance certificate issued by a security authority of the applicant's home country to prove that you have not been convicted of any criminal offenses.
• Certificate of yellow fever vaccination or any contagious diseases.
• Proof of sufficient funds to cover expenses that may be incurred while in South Africa.
• Married applicants are required to submit a certificate to prove their marital status (Marriage certificate).
• A student visa allows applicants to work for a maximum of 20 hours per week while studying in South Africa.

• A South African business visa is issued to Laotians visiting South Africa for the purpose of signing a contract, conference, seminars or any business activity.

• A completely filled and signed South African business visa application form is required.

• Proof of visa application fee payment.

• A passport valid for not less than 30 days after the expiry of your intended visit and blank visa pages for visa stamps.

• A recent passport-sized colored photograph full face (35mm x 45mm) in size.

• A business visa is valid for 90 days. Applicants who wish to stay in South Africa for more than 90 days can apply for an extension of stay.

• Applicants should note that all business visa fees paid to the embassy are non-refundable.

• Proof of return flight tickets.

• An invitation letter from a business partner in South Africa.

• The letter should be written on the company’s letterhead and it should contain meeting dates and your purpose of visit to South Africa.

• Proof of sufficient funds.

• Sponsored applicants are required to show a recent bank statement of their sponsorer to prove financial status while In the country.

• A letter from your employer giving consent to your trip. The letter should also contain your current position in the organization and your purpose and duration of stay in South Africa.

• The South African work visa is issued to skilled, intelligent, educated and experienced foreigners seeking employment opportunities in South Africa.
• A duly completed application form accompanied by proof of acknowledgment from the Department of Labor.
• The South African Qualifications Authority (SAQA) is a document which proves that the applicant is qualified and experienced for the job position after been evaluated.
• Applicants older than 18 years are required to submit a police clearance report from your home country stating the applicant has not been convicted of any criminal offenses.
• A document showing the employer's contract of employment and a letter of undertaking.
• A medical certificate stating that the applicant is in good health and is free from any contagious diseases.
• Applicants are expected to submit a document consisting of the applicant's curriculum vitae, birth certificate, marriage certificate (if any), passport and other necessary travel documents.
• A letter from the recruiting company in South Africa, the letter must be printed on the company's letterhead and should contain the address of the company and your job position upon resumption.
• A radiological report of the applicant should be provided.
• A contract of employment signed by the employer and employee stating the conditions of employment. This document should be in line with the Labor norms in South Africa.
• Your employer must show proof that you will not be paid lower than the citizens that have the same job in the company.

The best time to visit South Africa is May through October during the winter season. Days are usually good, clear and warm and nights are colder.

South Africa is famous for its Table mountain, Kruger national park, and Cape Town, South Africa is also rich in minerals and mines. The country is considered a leader in platinum metals and about 41 percent of all gold in the world.

The interesting facts about South Africa include:

• South Africa is located at the western end of Africa.
• The largest city in South Africa is Johannesburg.
• In 2011, the population of South Africa was 52 million.
• The official name of South Africa is the Republic of South Africa.
• South Africa has three capital cities and they include Cape Town, Pretoria and Bloemfontein.