XPAT CONNECT

About XPAT CONNECT

Work Permit South Africa is your trusted podcast source for expert insights on South African immigration, tailored specifically for corporates, professionals, and affluent families. Hosted by Xpatweb, South Africa's premium work permit and immigration provider, the series offers valuable information on key visa options such as the Critical Skills Work Visa, Intra-Company Transfer Work Visa, and Remote Work Visas, as well as services like the Trusted Employer Scheme (TES), visa appeals, and insights into the Points-Based System. Additionally, we provide the latest news on South African immigration, including updates from the Department of Home Affairs and insights on the latest reforms from Minister Dr. Leon Schreiber. Whether you are considering professional relocation, business expansion, or family immigration, Work Permit South Africa Podcast will offer the guidance you need to make informed decisions about your next steps into South Africa. Visit our website to contact us for personalised advice. https://bit.ly/47yZz7g (https://bit.ly/47yZz7g)

Publisher

XPATWEB

Category

business · news · news

Language

en

Explicit

No

First episode

2 Sept 2024

Latest episode

27 Jan 2026

Latest episodes

30 episodes in the feed.

1. 

   27 Jan 2026

   What Employers Reveal in the 2025 Critical Skills Survey

   In this insightful interview on OFM’s Business Hour, Marisa Jacobs, Managing Director at Xpatweb, shares findings from the 2025 Critical Skills Survey. With 84% of large corporates struggling to hire highly skilled professionals, Marisa explains how new policies like the Trusted Employer Scheme and the Remote Work Visa are reshaping the mobility landscape. Visit our website for the Critical Skills Survey Report Summary: https://bit.ly/4oqE1kM Topics covered: 00:00 ...

2. 

   19 Jan 2026

   How to Avoid a South Africa Visa Rejection

   Visa rejections are rising in South Africa and at foreign missions abroad, catching applicants off guard and creating uncertainty. Senior Immigration Consultants Aadil Wadee and Manfred Barnard reveal why rejections are surging and share practical strategies to safeguard your status, this discussion provides the insights needed to make confident, informed decisions. Book a consultation with our immigration specialists: https://bit.ly/3OeZQTI  Topics covered: 00:00...

3. 

   13 Jan 2026

   Business Trip or Short-Term Work? The Visa Rules You Must Know

   In this episode, Aadil Wadee, Senior Immigration Consultant and Admitted Attorney, explains the real difference between South Africa’s Section 11(1) and Section 11(2) short-term visas. With December travel and January project mobilisation increasing, choosing the correct visa is more important than ever. Aadil breaks down when each visa should be used, how work authorisation changes the process, and the risks of entering South Africa on the wrong visa. Do you need assistance wit...

Podcast Authority Score: 34 / 100

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Social presence

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YouTube

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