Requirements for International Clearance

If you are a new or returning student with international status the following clearance procedure applies.

Student studying part-time on a Work Permit

1. International Fees Clearance
2. Valid Passport
3. Valid Work Permit endorsed to study at Wits University (see procedure below and attached documents)
   N.B. A Student is NOT allowed to study part-time on a study permit

ENDORSEMENT TO STUDY PART TIME

If you are a returning student, new interpretations of the regulations have been issued to the conditions of part time studies on a work permit see attached Immigration Directive No 31 of 2008. If you are a holder of a Work or Business permit you may apply for an endorsement to study part-time;

The endorsement will only be valid for the period of the holder's prospective Business or Work permit.

To apply for the endorsement you will need to

o Complete form BI1739  form attached

o There is no cost for the endorsement

o Letter of acceptance/firm offer letter from the Faculty at the University

o Original Passport and Work Permit

o Proof of Medical Aid

o Proof of Finance

o Confirmation of Employment Letter

Submit the application and supporting documents to the Department of Home Affairs

4. Mandatory South African based Medical Cover (If a dependent, diplomat or on a work permit see attached sample letter.)
5. Application for International Clearance to register

The international clearance form is available on the following Link: http://www.wits.ac.za/Prospective/International/Application for Clearance Certificate.htm

Steps to complete the form:

o Enter your Student Number

o Password is your student number use the lower case for the letter

o Click on Update details and check tick box

o Change to 2013 and update details

o Print report and sign

Student studying full time

1. International Fees Clearance
2. Valid Passport
3. Valid Study Permit
4. Mandatory South African based Medical Cover (If a dependent or diplomat see attached sample letter.)
5. Application for International Clearance to register

The international clearance form is available on the following Link: http://www.wits.ac.za/Prospective/International/Application for Clearance Certificate.htm

Steps to complete the form:

o Enter your Student Number

o Password is your student number  use the lower case for the letter

o Click on Update details and check tick box

o Change to 2013 and update details

o Print report and sign

Student on Block Release

1. International Fees Clearance
2. Letter from the Faculty confirming Block Release Programme with dates
3. Valid Passport
4. Valid Visitors Permit
5. Application for International Clearance to register

The international clearance form is available on the following Link: http://www.wits.ac.za/Prospective/International/Application for Clearance Certificate.htm

Steps to complete the form:

o Enter your Student Number

o Password is your student number use the lower case for the letter

o Click on Update details and check tick box

o Change to 2013 and update details

o Print report and sign