Visa Information
Requirements and Application Process Information
- Please visit: http://www.dha.gov.za/index.php/applying-for-sa-visa
- SAWS and the WMO will supply supporting documentation on request. You can request support on the registration form or email us at: [email protected] with "VISA application support” in the subject line.
Timelines
Workshop
| Registration and abstract submission open | 12 November 2023 |
| Abstract submission closes | 19 January 2024 |
| Abstract acceptance letters | 16 February 2024 |
| Workshop program available online | 15 March 2024 |
| Registration Closes | 12 April 2024 |
Tutorial
| Application Opens | 12 November 2023 |
| Application Closes | 19 January 2024 |
| Application acceptance letters | 16 February 2024 |
Protection of Personal Information
- The local host organization, SAWS, complies with the Protection of Personal Information Act , which is South Africa’s data protection law.
- In compliance with the POPI Act No. 4 of 2013, please read SAWS's privacy notice
- The POPI Act is a comprehensive privacy law that is mandatory for all businesses within the private and public sector that process personal information in South Africa. The purpose of the POPIA is to safeguard people from harm by protecting their personal information and their privacy, which is a fundamental human right. Personal information is defined as information relating to an identifiable, living, natural person.The POPIA came into law 1 July 2020.
- This website provides user friendly information on the POIA.
- The local organisers will collect personal data:
- To make contact with you on matters of the event
- To assist you with the necessary supporting documentation for your visa application
- Information on your current employment or academic status is to determine your eligibility for the tutorial
- To obtain sponsorships and financial support by using generic information of participant of the workshop and tutorial
