Proof of Money for a South African Study Visa
For your study visa you must show you can pay your tuition, rent and living costs in South Africa.
How Much to Show
You must show enough money for your tuition, housing and living costs.
How to Work Out Your Amount
Add these for your stay.
- Tuition and international fees from your university's quote.
- Rent and living costs: about South African rand (ZAR) 8,000 to ZAR 15,000 a month at the University of the Witwatersrand (Wits) in Johannesburg.
- Medical aid (South African health insurance), from ZAR 670 a month for a student plan.
Important Notes
- The visa office decides each case on its own.
- Pakistan: see the bank statement rules above. India: ask VFS Global what to bring.
Papers You Can Use
What counts as proof of money.
- •
Pakistan: original statements for 3 months, signed and stamped.
Other Proof
- Pakistan: cash available to you.
Rules for Your Money Papers
Make your papers easy to check.
For All Papers
Language
Pakistan: papers in another language need an English translation by a translator approved by a court.
Copies
Bring originals. Where copies are allowed, they must be stamped as true copies by an official.
Bank Statements (Pakistan)
| Document Type | Requirements | Validity Period |
|---|---|---|
| Bank statements (Pakistan) |
| Pakistan: last 3 months |
When You Show Your Money
Your money proof goes with your study visa application at VFS Global.
Steps
1Get your fee quote
Timing: After your offer
Ask your university for your fees.
2Get your statements
Timing: Before you apply
Pakistan: the last 3 months, signed and stamped.
3Hand in at VFS Global
Timing: With your visa papers
All papers go in together.
Tips
Keep copies of everything you hand in.
Mistakes to Avoid
Problems that can delay your visa.
Common Error
The money does not cover your costs.
How to Avoid
Add tuition, rent and living costs for your stay.
Common Error
Bank statements without the bank's signature and stamp.
How to Avoid
Ask your bank for original statements, signed and stamped.
Other Things to Watch
Papers you cannot add later
You cannot hand in more papers after you submit your application at VFS Global.
Tip
Work out tuition from your university's fee quote, then add rent and living costs.
Helpful Links
Useful pages and guides.
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We check your money papers before you apply.
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