Digital Nomad Visa Implemented, Further Details Forthcoming

At a Glance

• The South African government has implemented a Digital Nomad Visa which allows foreign nationals who earn a sufficient minimum income according to government regulations to reside in South Africa and perform work as a freelancer or for an employer outside of South Africa.
• Digital Nomad Visa holders conducting work for more than six months within a 36-month period would require the applicant to register with the South African Revenue Services.
• The Department of Home Affairs will publish further details on the program in an official gazette in the coming months.

The situation

Effective May 20, 2024, the South African government has implemented a digital nomad visa which allows eligible foreign nationals to work remotely for a foreign company or as a freelancer in South Africa.