1. Passport Requirements

✔ Original passport with at least 6 months validity from the intended travel date.
✔ A minimum of two blank pages for visa stamps.
✔ Copy of previous passports and visas (if available).
✔ Attach old passports (if any).
✔ If any visa was previously refused, provide the original rejection letter from the authorities.

2. South Africa Visa Application Form

✔ The visa application form must be filled out and signed by the applicant.

3. Photo Requirements

✔ Two recent passport-size photographs (3.5 cm x 5.0 cm).
✔ White background, no borders.
✔ The photo must be less than three months old (not scanned or stapled).
✔ The same photo should not have been used in any previous visas.

4. Covering Letter

✔ A personal letter from the applicant mentioning:

• Full Name
• Designation & Passport Number
• Purpose of travel
• Who will bear the travel expenses
  ✔ Addressed to: The Visa Officer, Embassy of South Africa, Dhaka.

5. Invitation Letter (for Business Visa Applicants)

✔ A formal invitation letter from the company or business counterpart in South Africa.

6. Forwarding Letter

✔ For Employees: A No Objection Certificate (NOC) from the employer on company letterhead stating:

• Applicant’s name, designation, and passport number
• Purpose & duration of visit
  ✔ For Students: A letter from the educational institution or proof of enrollment.

7. Proof of Occupation

✔ For Business Owners: Company registration certificate (original notarized English translation + photocopy).
✔ For Employees: Office ID card copy and business visiting card.

8. Financial Proof

✔ Bank Statement (Personal or Company) for the last 6 months with the bank’s name and contact details.
✔ Salary slip for the last 6 months (if applicable).

9. Travel & Accommodation Proof

✔ Confirmed flight itinerary and hotel booking.