Study visa
Study, live and work
- Study Visa
- Duration: depending on your program
- 20h/week with a work permit
- English as the main language of instruction
- Globally recognized universities
- Fee: ZAR 1,520 (≈ USD $80)
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South Africa
Two oceans, eleven languages and premium education
South Africa is the most surprising and underrated place to study. With universities ranked in the world's top 500, English as the language of instruction, the South African rand very favorable for Latin Americans, and the experience of living between two oceans, safaris and some of the most incredible nature on the planet.
Work allowed while studyingThe country in numbers
South Africa in numbers
9Regions / States
26+Institutions
50,000+International students
ZARCurrency
Gauteng · Western Cape · KwaZulu-Natal · Eastern Cape · Limpopo · Mpumalanga · Free State · North West · Northern Cape
Where to study
The 5 best cities to study
- 01
Ciudad del Cabo
UCT (world top 200). Table Mountain, beaches and the most beautiful city in Africa.
- 02
Johannesburgo
Wits University, UJ. Economic capital. Vibrant, diverse and full of opportunity.
- 03
Pretoria
Administrative capital. University of Pretoria. Known as the Jacaranda City.
- 04
Durban
UKZN. Indian Ocean beaches. The warmest city. Unique South African curry.
- 05
Stellenbosch
Stellenbosch University. Capital of South African wine. Campus among the vineyards.
Visa types
Visas we process at Australasian
Tourism visa
Explore and discover
- Visitor's Visa
- 90 days visa-free for Colombians
- Kruger National Park and authentic safari
- Garden Route, Cape Point, Drakensberg
- Two oceans: Atlantic and Indian
- Stellenbosch wines and the Cape Winelands
Right to work? 20 hours/week with a work permit on the study visa. Confirm conditions with your institution.
Cost of living
How much do you need per month?
Shared roomZAR 4,000–7,000/mo≈ USD $215–375/month. Very affordable
Own apartmentZAR 8,000–15,000/mo≈ USD $430–800/month. Varies by city
TransportZAR 500–1,000/moUber very popular and cheap. MyCiTi in Cape Town
FoodZAR 2,000–3,500/mo≈ USD $110–190/month. Very cheap local markets
Social lifeZAR 1,000–2,000/moRestaurants, nightlife, sports
Internet + phoneZAR 300–600/moVodacom, MTN with competitive plans
Estimated totalZAR 8,000–15,000/mo≈ USD $430–800/month. One of the cheapest
Exchange rate≈ ZAR 18.5/USDThe rand makes your money go twice as far
Top 5 · Australasian recommends
Places you should see
- Top 1
Table Mountain
Ciudad del Cabo
- Top 2
Parque Nacional Kruger
Limpopo/Mpumalanga
- Top 3
Garden Route
Western Cape
- Top 4
Robben Island
Ciudad del Cabo
- Top 5
Drakensberg
KwaZulu-Natal
Australasian is here to help
Ready to study in South Africa?
We process your study or tourism visa, advise you on choosing an institution and support you at every step. Free consultation, no obligation.