Permanent Residence in terms of Section 26(a) - 5 years continuous work visa status
Permanent Residence in terms of Section 26(b) - Spouse or life partner of a South African
Citizen or permanent residence holder for a minimum period of 5 years
Permanent Residence in terms of Section 27(b) - Critical skills work visa holders.
Dependent of the main application submitted simultaneously in terms of Section 27(b).
Permanent Residence in terms of Section 27(d) - Holders of Refugee Status for a period of
longer than 10 years, provided that Standing Committee letter has been obtained.
Permanent Residence in terms of Section 27(e) - Intends to retire and can prove that the
applicant has R37,000.00 available per month for the rest of his/her life.
Permanent Residence in terms of Section 27(f) - Investment category
Permanent Residence in terms of Section 27(g) - is the relative of a citizen or permanent
residence holder within the first step of kinship
