⚠️ Important: VisaRequest is a private, independent consultancy - not affiliated with any government, embassy, or official authority.
For Foreign Nationals

Doing Business in South Africa?

Your visa gets you here. We help you set everything else up - company registration, tax, banking, legal, and compliance - so you can operate with confidence from day one.

We work with foreign nationals and international businesses entering the South African market. Beyond your visa, navigating company registration, SARS, payroll, banking, and legal compliance can be overwhelming. We guide you through every step - or connect you with the right specialists - so nothing falls through the cracks.

1

Get Your Visa

We handle your work or business visa application through our standard consultancy service.

2

Register Your Business

CIPC registration, MOI drafting, and full company setup handled on your behalf.

3

Get Compliant

Tax registration, payroll, banking, legal - all coordinated through one point of contact.

4

Start Operating

With everything in place, you can focus on running your business - not chasing paperwork.

What We Help With

End-to-End Business Support

From your first company registration to ongoing compliance, we provide or coordinate every service a foreign national needs to operate legally in South Africa.

Service 1

Business Setup & Company Registration

A complete "start-to-operate" package for foreign nationals establishing a presence in South Africa.

  • Company registration with CIPC
  • Name reservation
  • MOI (Memorandum of Incorporation) drafting
  • Director appointments & changes
  • Beneficial ownership compliance
  • BEE Certification
Service 2

SARS & Tax Registration

Get registered with the South African Revenue Service quickly and correctly - one of the most critical steps for any business operating in South Africa.

  • Tax number registration with SARS
  • VAT registration
  • PAYE, UIF & SDL registration
  • Import & export code registration
  • Tax clearance certificates (TCS)
Service 3

Accounting, Payroll & Compliance

Ongoing monthly services to keep your business financially compliant and your team paid correctly.

  • Monthly bookkeeping
  • Financial statements (annual)
  • Payroll processing (PAYE, UIF, SDL submissions)
  • EMP201 & EMP501 submissions
  • VAT returns
  • Management accounts
Service 4

Banking & Financial Setup

Helping you become financially operational as quickly as possible - from opening your first business account to setting up international payments.

  • Business bank account setup (Standard Bank, FNB, etc.)
  • Assistance with FICA compliance
  • Introductions to banking partners
  • Forex & international payment setup guidance
Service 5

Legal & Compliance Services

Protect your business and directors with the right legal structure from the start.

  • Shareholder agreements
  • Director resolutions
  • Employment contracts
  • BEE advisory
  • POPIA compliance (data protection)
  • Contract drafting
Service 6

Business Licensing & Industry Compliance

Sector-specific registrations and licensing requirements depending on the nature of your business.

  • Trading licenses (municipal)
  • Health & safety compliance
  • Sector-specific registrations (construction, transport, etc.)
  • COIDA registration
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Let's Get You Set Up

Tell us what you need and we will come back to you within 2 business hours with a clear plan and quote.

Note: VisaRequest assists with visa applications and coordinates business setup services for foreign nationals. Some services are delivered in partnership with registered accountants, attorneys, and compliance specialists. We will always be transparent about who is delivering each service.

Response within 2 business hours · Mon-Fri 08:00-17:00

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⚠️ Important Disclaimer

VisaRequest is a private, independent consultancy and is not affiliated with CIPC, SARS, any government department, embassy, or official authority. Business setup and compliance services are advisory in nature and may be delivered in partnership with accredited third-party professionals. All regulatory decisions rest with the relevant government authority. © 2025 VisaRequest.