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Application And Process - Summary Of Steps

Notice Updated 5 June 2026: This article is intended as a roadmap of the overall process. Some of the detailed guides and FAQs referenced below may still be under development. In the meantime, please browse the category for your current phase of the process and check back regularly as new content is added.

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How To Prepare for the Application

It is important to be as prepared as possible before you start the online application form; this help you to be prepared for the pre-screening interviews. Having your information ready can help you avoid rushing, reduce mistakes, and make the process smoother and faster. Colonel Chris Wyatt, who has decades of experience in this field, has kindly put together a document listing the types of infor...

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Steps to Apply (After Preparation)

If you have not done so yet, Click Here to read our article on how to prepare before applying. The initial process is to complete the online Initial Eligibility Questionnaire followed by the Intake Questionnaire on the official U.S. Embassy South Africa website. This is the first screening step used to determine whether you may qualify for further processing. Only use official U.S. government webs...

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