Relocating to America from South Africa
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Relocation Services
Unfortunately, the United States does not currently have a treaty with South Africa affording South Africans the opportunity to apply for an E-2 Investor Visa. Therefore, the only two options a South African national can utilize to obtain entry is by:
1. Real Estate:
By purchasing real estate in the United States, a South African can obtain a visitor visa for six months out of the year to be renewed yearly. This will both serve as a safe haven for your money and a lucrative investment vehicle (6-10% return yearly). There is no minimum requirement for the purchase of real estate. Once in the U.S. you can explore different opportunities for remaining here on a more permanent basis, such as attending an educational institution, etc.
2. Relocation Services
The United States offers a lottery system for obtaining a “Green Card” which is a permanent visa for international candidates. We assist our clients in the following:
I. Entering the lottery system:
II. If you are a visa lottery recipient you have six months in which to relocate to the United States. This can be a very stressful and taxing time for any family. We understand the complexities of moving from South Africa to the United States and will assist you with the following:
• Rental or Purchase of Accommodation and Real Estate
• Assistance upon arrival into the U.S.
• Assistance in application of social security cards, driver’s license, utility accounts, and bank accounts, etc.
• Assistance with vehicle rental, purchase and insurance.
• Entry into schools for your children.
• Medical and/or other social services needed.
Depending on the State you are relocating to, your living expenses, costs and work opportunities are different. We provide a breakdown of potential costs involving a single person and/or family of 4 relocating to South Florida. Email us
for further support and information.
Your South African Professional
Cheryl-Dene Spring
Managing Partner, SOBI Capital, South Africa
cdspring@sobicapital.com
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